74C93 DIP IC 4 Bit Binary Counter (74C93 IC)

The 74C93 is a 4-bit binary ripple counter integrated circuit designed for binary counting, frequency division, and timing applications in digital electronic systems. It consists of a divide-by-2 stage and a divide-by-8 stage, which can be connected together to form a 4-bit divide-by-16 binary counter.

The IC belongs to the CMOS logic family, offering low power consumption, wide operating voltage range, and high noise immunity. It is widely used in digital counters, frequency dividers, clock circuits, event counters, and embedded electronic systems. The 14-pin DIP package makes it suitable for breadboard prototyping and through-hole PCB designs.

Key Features -

• 4-bit binary ripple counter

• Divide-by-2 and divide-by-8 counter stages

• Configurable as divide-by-16 counter

• CMOS logic family with low power consumption

• Wide operating voltage range

• High noise immunity for reliable operation

• Standard 14-pin DIP package

Specifications -

• Product Type: Binary Counter IC

• Part Number: 74C93

• Logic Function: 4-Bit Binary Ripple Counter

• Counter Type: Asynchronous (Ripple Counter)

• Count Range: 0 to 15 (Binary)

• Logic Family: CMOS

• Package Type: DIP-14 (Dual In-Line Package)

• Pin Count: 14

• Operating Voltage: 3V to 15V DC

• Mounting Type: Through Hole

• Technology: CMOS

Applications -

• Frequency divider circuits

• Digital counters

• Clock generation circuits

• Event counting systems

• Timing circuits

• Embedded electronics

• Industrial automation systems

• Educational electronics projects