74HC163 DIP IC Synchronous Presettable Binary Counter (74HC163 IC)

The 74HC163 is a synchronous presettable binary counter integrated circuit designed for counting and timing operations in digital electronic systems. It counts binary values from 0 to 15 and provides synchronous clock operation for precise and reliable counting.

This IC belongs to the high speed CMOS logic family and includes parallel load inputs that allow presetting of the counter value. It also features count enable controls for flexible operation in cascading and control circuits. The DIP package allows easy integration into breadboard prototypes and PCB based circuit designs.

Key Features

• Synchronous presettable 4 bit binary counter
• Counts from 0 to 15 in binary sequence
• Synchronous clock operation for reliable counting
• Parallel load inputs for preset counter values
• Count enable inputs for controlled operation
• High speed CMOS logic family
• DIP package suitable for prototyping and PCB mounting

Specifications

• IC Model = 74HC163
• Logic Type = Synchronous presettable binary counter
• Count Range = 0 to 15 binary
• Logic Family = HC CMOS
• Package Type = DIP
• Pin Count = 16
• Operating Voltage = 2V to 6V

Interfaces

• CLK = Clock input
• CLR = Clear reset input
• LOAD = Parallel load control
• ENP = Count enable input P
• ENT = Count enable input T
• D0 = Parallel data input bit 0
• D1 = Parallel data input bit 1
• D2 = Parallel data input bit 2
• D3 = Parallel data input bit 3
• Q0 = Output bit 0
• Q1 = Output bit 1
• Q2 = Output bit 2
• Q3 = Output bit 3
• RCO = Ripple carry output
• VCC = Power supply
• GND = Ground