SN74HC4040N Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (Dual-In-Line Packages) In Stock
The SN74HC4040N is a 12-bit asynchronous binary up-counter from Texas Instruments in the HC/UH CMOS logic family, supporting up to 22MHz clock frequency with 50pF load capacitance. It comes in a 16-pin DIP package and is RoHS-compliant. Available in stock with worldwide shipping for timing and frequency division applications.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- Dual-In-Line Packages
- Pin Count
- 16
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- SN74HC4040N Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 85.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 12-bit asynchronous binary up-counter with master reset, supporting clock frequencies up to 22MHz for high-speed timing applications
- HC/UH CMOS logic family ensures wide supply voltage range compatibility and low power consumption compared to TTL equivalents
- 16-pin through-hole DIP package enables easy prototyping and breadboard use in educational and industrial control designs
Applications
The SN74HC4040N is used in digital timing circuits, frequency dividers, and event counting applications in industrial automation and embedded systems. It is commonly found in clock generation circuits, programmable timers, and digital signal processing pipelines where a reliable 12-bit binary counter is needed. Its DIP package makes it ideal for prototyping environments and legacy equipment maintenance.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| YTEOL | 15 |
| Count Direction | UP |
| Family | HC/UH |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDIP-T16 |
| JESD-609 Code | e4 |
| Load Capacitance (CL) | 50pF |
| Load/Preset Input | NO |
| Logic IC Type | BINARY COUNTER |
| Max Frequency@Nom-Sup | 22000000Hz |
| Max I(ol) | 0.0052A |
| Mode of Operation | ASYNCHRONOUS |
| Number of Bits | 12 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | DIP16,.3 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | IN-LINE |
| Packing Method | TUBE |
| Power Supply Current-Max (ICC) | 8mA |
| Prop. Delay@Nom-Sup | 32ns |
| Propagation Delay (tpd) | 190ns |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Supply Voltage-Max (Vsup) | 6V |
| Supply Voltage-Min (Vsup) | 2V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom (Vsup) | 5V |
| Surface Mount | NO |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au) |
| Terminal Form | THROUGH-HOLE |
| Terminal Pitch | 2.54mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Trigger Type | NEGATIVE EDGE |
| fmax-Min | 25MHz |
| Package | Dual-In-Line Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.90 |
| Country of Origin | Malaysia, Mexico |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for SN74HC4040N:
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, PDSO16
Binary Counter, HC/UH Series, Asynchronous, Negative Edge Triggered, 12-Bit, Up Direction, CMOS, PDSO16
Binary Counter, HC/UH Series, Asynchronous, Negative Edge Triggered, 14-Bit, Up Direction, CMOS, PDSO16
Binary Counter, HC/UH Series, Asynchronous, Negative Edge Triggered, 12-Bit, Up Direction, CMOS, PDSO16
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum clock frequency for the SN74HC4040N?
The SN74HC4040N supports a maximum clock frequency of 22MHz at nominal supply voltage with a 50pF load capacitance, making it suitable for high-speed binary counting and frequency division applications in digital logic circuits.
Does the SN74HC4040N support preset or load inputs?
No, the SN74HC4040N does not have preset or parallel load inputs. It is a simple 12-bit asynchronous binary up-counter with a master reset input, incrementing on each falling clock edge and resetting all outputs to zero when the reset pin is asserted.
What package is the SN74HC4040N available in?
The SN74HC4040N is available in a 16-pin dual in-line package (PDIP) with through-hole mounting, making it convenient for prototyping on breadboards and suitable for wave-soldered PCB assemblies in industrial and educational environments.
Is the SN74HC4040N RoHS compliant?
Yes, the SN74HC4040N carries a lead-free (Pb-free) designation and is RoHS-compliant, meeting current environmental regulations for hazardous substances in electronic components, as indicated by its JESD-609 code e4.
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