CD4018BEG4

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Counter/Divider
• Characteristics: 8-stage counter with decoded outputs, synchronous operation, low power consumption
• Package: SOIC-16
• Essence: The CD4018BEG4 is a versatile counter/divider IC that can be used in various applications requiring counting and dividing functionalities.
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in reels of 2500 pieces

Specifications

• Supply Voltage: 3V to 18V
• Operating Temperature Range: -55°C to +125°C
• Logic Family: CMOS
• Number of Stages: 8
• Output Type: Decoded
• Propagation Delay: 60ns (typical)
• Power Dissipation: 10mW (typical)

Pin Configuration

The CD4018BEG4 has a total of 16 pins. Here is the detailed pin configuration:

1. Clock Input (CP)
2. Reset Input (MR)
3. Enable Input (EN)
4. Output 1 (Q1)
5. Output 2 (Q2)
6. Output 3 (Q3)
7. Output 4 (Q4)
8. Output 5 (Q5)
9. Output 6 (Q6)
10. Output 7 (Q7)
11. Output 8 (Q8)
12. Carry Output (CO)
13. Ground (GND)
14. Carry Input (CI)
15. VDD (Positive Power Supply)
16. Clock Inhibit (CI)

Functional Features

• Synchronous operation allows precise control over the counting process.
• Decoded outputs provide easy access to the current count value.
• Low power consumption makes it suitable for battery-powered applications.
• Reset and enable inputs offer flexibility in controlling the counter.

Advantages

• Versatile and flexible counter/divider IC suitable for various applications.
• Easy to use with decoded outputs and synchronous operation.
• Low power consumption extends battery life in portable devices.
• Wide operating voltage range allows compatibility with different systems.

Disadvantages

• Limited number of stages (8) may not be sufficient for certain applications requiring higher counts.
• Propagation delay of 60ns may introduce timing issues in high-speed applications.

Working Principles

The CD4018BEG4 is a synchronous counter that operates based on clock pulses. Each clock pulse increments the count by one, and the current count value is available through the decoded outputs. The counter can be reset to zero using the reset input or disabled using the enable input. It operates within a specified supply voltage range and provides reliable counting functionality.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The CD4018BEG4 can be used in various applications, including:

1. Frequency division in electronic circuits
2. Event counting in industrial automation systems
3. Timekeeping and timer circuits
4. Digital displays and counters
5. Sequential control systems
6. Frequency synthesizers
7. Pulse generation and measurement

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

If the CD4018BEG4 does not meet specific requirements, alternative models with similar functionalities include:

1. CD4020BE: 14-stage binary counter/divider
2. CD4040BE: 12-stage binary counter/divider
3. CD4060BE: 14-stage ripple carry binary counter/divider
4. CD4518BE: Dual BCD up-counter

These alternative models provide different stage counts and variations in functionality, allowing users to choose the most suitable option for their specific application needs.

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