LM556 / NE556 Dual Precision Timer IC (DIP 14)

The LM556 / NE556 is a dual precision timer IC containing two independent 555 type timer circuits in a single package. Each timer can operate independently in monostable or astable mode, making the IC suitable for timing, pulse generation, oscillation, sequential control and waveform generation applications.

Key Features -

• Two independent precision timers in one IC

• Equivalent to two 555 timer circuits

• Monostable and astable operation

• Independent trigger, threshold and control inputs

• Adjustable timing using external resistors and capacitors

• Suitable for time delay generation

• Pulse and oscillator generation

• Adjustable duty cycle

• High output current capability

• DIP 14 through hole package

Specifications -

• Part Number: LM556 / NE556

• Component Type: Dual Precision Timer IC

• Number of Timers: 2

• Operating Modes: Monostable and Astable

• Timing Control: External Resistor and Capacitor

• Output Type: Timer / Pulse

• Package Type: DIP 14

• Number of Pins: 14

• Mounting Type: Through Hole

Applications -

• Dual timer circuits

• Time delay generation

• Sequential timing circuits

• Oscillator circuits

• Pulse generation

• LED flasher circuits

• PWM circuits

• Frequency generation

• Alarm and control circuits

• Waveform generation