7446 IC BCD to 7-Segment Decoder Driver DIP IC (Common Anode, TTL Logic, Open Collector, 5V)

The 7446 is a BCD to 7-segment decoder driver integrated circuit designed for displaying decimal numbers on common anode 7-segment LED displays. It converts a 4-bit Binary Coded Decimal (BCD) input into the appropriate output signals required to drive the display segments.

The IC features open-collector outputs, making it suitable for driving common anode 7-segment displays using external current-limiting resistors. Operating with standard 5V TTL logic levels, the 7446 is widely used in digital clocks, counters, instrumentation, calculators, and numeric display systems. Its DIP package allows convenient use in breadboard prototyping and PCB-based digital electronics.

Key Features -

• BCD to 7-segment decoder driver integrated circuit

• Converts 4-bit BCD input into 7-segment display outputs

• Open-collector output configuration

• Designed for common anode 7-segment LED displays

• Standard TTL compatible logic levels

• Suitable for digital counters and display systems

• DIP package for easy breadboard and PCB mounting

Specifications -

• IC Model: 7446

• Logic Type: BCD to 7-Segment Decoder Driver

• Input Type: 4-Bit Binary Coded Decimal (BCD)

• Output Type: Open Collector Outputs

• Display Type: Common Anode 7-Segment Display

• Logic Family: TTL

• Package Type: DIP

• Operating Voltage: 4.75V to 5.25V

Applications -

• 7-segment LED display drivers

• Digital clocks and timers

• Electronic counters

• Measuring and test instruments

• Calculator display circuits

• Numeric display systems

• Breadboard prototyping

• PCB-based digital electronics