SN74HC4020N-P2 Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (Dual-In-Line Packages) In Stock
Texas Instruments SN74HC4020N-P2 is a 14-stage binary ripple counter in a DIP package operating from 2 V to 6 V. It delivers high-speed CMOS logic with 74HC-series compatibility and low power consumption. Available from stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- Dual-In-Line Packages
- Pin Count
- 16
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- SN74HC4020N-P2 Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 14-stage binary ripple counter with direct reset input for flexible counting sequences
- High-speed CMOS logic operating from 2 V to 6 V supply with TTL-compatible inputs
- DIP package providing easy breadboard prototyping and through-hole PCB assembly
- Low quiescent current consumption suitable for battery-operated timing and counting circuits
Applications
The SN74HC4020N-P2 is ideal for frequency division, event counting, and timing circuits in industrial and consumer electronics designs. Its 14 binary stages allow division ratios up to 16384, making it useful for clock generation and sequencing applications. It is also commonly used in educational prototyping and legacy through-hole designs requiring 74HC-series logic.
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for SN74HC4020N-P2:
Binary Counter, HC/UH Series, Asynchronous, Negative Edge Triggered, 14-Bit, Up Direction, CMOS, PDIP16
Binary Counter, HC/UH Series, Asynchronous, Negative Edge Triggered, 12-Bit, Up Direction, CMOS, PDIP16
Frequently Asked Questions
How many binary count stages does the SN74HC4020N-P2 provide, and what is its maximum division ratio?
The SN74HC4020N-P2 has 14 binary ripple counter stages, providing a maximum frequency division ratio of 16384 (2^14). Operating from a 2 V to 6 V supply, it is suitable for dividing clock signals in timing, sequencing, and frequency synthesis circuits.
For which PCB assembly methods is the SN74HC4020N-P2 DIP package most appropriate?
The through-hole DIP package of the SN74HC4020N-P2 is best suited for wave-soldering, hand-soldering, and breadboard prototyping. It is particularly useful in educational setups and legacy designs where 2.54 mm pitch through-hole footprints are standard and SMD assembly is not available.
Can the SN74HC4020N-P2 interface directly with TTL-level signals in a 5 V system?
Yes, the SN74HC4020N-P2 features TTL-compatible input thresholds when powered at 5 V, accepting inputs above 3.15 V as logic high. This allows direct interfacing with 74LS or 74ALS TTL devices without level-shifting circuitry, simplifying mixed-logic system designs.
What makes SN74HC4020N-P2 a cost-effective choice compared to programmable counter ICs for simple frequency division?
For fixed binary division ratios up to 16384 from a 2 V to 6 V rail, the SN74HC4020N-P2 requires no firmware, no programming interface, and minimal support components, resulting in a lower component cost and faster design cycle than a programmable counter or microcontroller-based solution.
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