CD74HC283E Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (Dual-In-Line Packages) In Stock

CD74HC283E is a 4-bit binary full adder from Texas Instruments featuring full internal lookahead carry for high-speed arithmetic, operating on 2 V to 6 V supply in the HC CMOS logic family. It handles 4-bit binary addition with carry-in and carry-out in a 16-pin DIP package, supporting 50 pF load capacitance and 5.2 mA output sink current. Available from authorized distributors worldwide with immediate stock for digital logic and ALU designs.

ACTIVEIntegrated CircuitVerified Jun 2026
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CD74HC283EDual-In-Line Packages
Quick Facts
Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Package
Dual-In-Line Packages
Pin Count
16
Lifecycle
ACTIVE
Category
Integrated Circuit
Price
From $0.5407(MOQ 1)
Temp Range
-55.0°C to 125.0°C
RoHS
Compliant
Lead Time
3–7 business days
Shipping
DHL Express · Worldwide

What are the key features of CD74HC283E?

  • 4-bit binary full adder with full internal lookahead carry eliminates ripple-carry delay for faster addition in chained multi-byte arithmetic circuits
  • Wide supply voltage range of 2 V to 6 V covers 3.3 V and 5 V logic systems, enabling use in both legacy 5 V TTL and modern low-voltage CMOS designs
  • HC CMOS logic family (HC/UH) delivers low quiescent current with TTL-compatible input thresholds and 5.2 mA output sink current at 50 pF load
  • 16-pin PDIP through-hole package with RoHS-compliant Pb-free construction simplifies prototyping and breadboard evaluation without SMT equipment

What is CD74HC283E used for?

CD74HC283E is used in digital arithmetic logic units, binary counter accumulators, and hardware-based address offset generators where 4-bit addition with fast lookahead carry is required without a microcontroller. Its 2 V to 6 V operating range and HC CMOS output drive make it suitable for chaining multiple adders to build 8-bit or 16-bit adder trees in FPGA prototyping, educational logic trainers, and retro computing restoration projects. The through-hole DIP package is particularly valued in lab environments and hobby electronics where breadboard-compatible ICs are preferred over surface-mount alternatives.

What are the specifications of CD74HC283E?

Pbfree CodeYes
YTEOL15
Additional FeatureWITH FULL INTERNAL LOOKAHEAD
FamilyHC/UH
JESD-30 CodeR-PDIP-T16
JESD-609 Codee4
Load Capacitance (CL)50pF
Logic IC TypeADDER/SUBTRACTOR
Max I(ol)0.0052A
Number of Bits4
Number of Functions4
Output PolarityTRUE
Package Body MaterialPLASTIC/EPOXY
Package Equivalence CodeDIP16,.3
Package ShapeRECTANGULAR
Package StyleIN-LINE
Packing MethodTUBE
Power Supply Current-Max (ICC)0.08mA
Prop. Delay@Nom-Sup42ns
Propagation Delay (tpd)315ns
Qualification StatusNot Qualified
Supply Voltage-Max (Vsup)6V
Supply Voltage-Min (Vsup)2V
Supply Voltage-Nom (Vsup)4.5V
Surface MountNO
TechnologyCMOS
Temperature GradeMILITARY
Terminal FinishNickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au)
Terminal FormTHROUGH-HOLE
Terminal Pitch2.54mm
Terminal PositionDUAL
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PackageDual-In-Line Packages

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS StatusCompliant
Lead-FreeYes (Pb-Free)
ECCNEAR99
HTS Code8542.39.00.90
Country of OriginMalaysia, Mexico

Where can I find the CD74HC283E datasheet?

CD74HC283E Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from Texas Instruments

What are equivalent replacements for CD74HC283E?

Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for CD74HC283E:

CD54HC283F3AHarris Semiconductor Adder/Subtractor, HC/UH Series,

4-Bit, CMOS, CDIP16

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the internal lookahead carry in CD74HC283E improve addition speed compared to a ripple-carry adder?

The full internal lookahead carry in CD74HC283E computes carry signals for all 4 bits simultaneously rather than propagating carry sequentially through each bit stage, reducing worst-case carry propagation delay to a fixed value regardless of operand values. In a ripple-carry 4-bit adder the worst-case delay grows linearly with bit count, while the CD74HC283E completes a 4-bit addition in a single gate delay of typically 7 ns to 10 ns at 5 V, making it at least 3x faster for cascaded multi-byte addition.

Can CD74HC283E operate at both 3.3 V and 5 V logic levels, and how does supply voltage affect drive strength?

Yes, the CD74HC283E operates across a 2 V to 6 V supply range, making it directly compatible with both 3.3 V and 5 V logic systems. At 5 V the output can sink 5.2 mA into a 50 pF load, while at 3.3 V the drive strength is reduced proportionally, which may require series resistors or buffer amplifiers when driving long PCB traces or multiple HC CMOS inputs beyond 3 unit loads.

How many CD74HC283E adders need to be cascaded to build a 16-bit binary adder, and how is carry chained?

Building a 16-bit binary adder requires 4 CD74HC283E devices cascaded in series, where the carry-out (C4) of each stage connects to the carry-in (C0) of the next higher stage. Each stage adds 4 bits, so stages 1 through 4 handle bits 3:0, 7:4, 11:8, and 15:12 respectively, and the full 16-bit result is assembled from the 4 sum outputs in parallel. At 5 V, the total addition latency is approximately 4 x 10 ns = 40 ns worst case for the carry chain through all 4 devices.

What output current rating does CD74HC283E provide and how does that limit fan-out in a 5 V logic design?

The CD74HC283E can sink a maximum of 5.2 mA (0.0052 A) per output at 5 V, and the standard HC CMOS input draws less than 1 µA, giving a theoretical fan-out of over 1000 HC inputs. In practice, capacitive loading limits fan-out to about 10 to 15 standard HC gates before propagation delay increases significantly beyond the 7 ns to 10 ns typical value, so driving more than 15 inputs may require a buffer such as 74HC244 to maintain timing budget in high-speed chained adder designs.

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Texas Instruments (TI) is a global semiconductor company headquartered in Dallas, Texas. TI designs and manufactures analog and embedded processing chips used in industrial, automotive, consumer, communications, and enterprise systems.

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