SN74LS669DIn StockTexas Instruments
SN74LS669D is a synchronous 4-bit up/down binary counter IC from Texas Instruments. Features bidirectional counting, TCO output, and 15pF load capacitance in 16-pin SOIC package. From $2.47, in stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 16
- Lifecycle
- OBSOLETE
- Datasheet
- SN74LS669D Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $2.4700(MOQ 78)
- Temp Range
- ?°C to 70.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- Synchronous 4-bit up/down binary counter with bidirectional count direction control
- TCO (Terminal Count Output) for easy cascading in multi-stage counter designs
- 15pF load capacitance and LS-family TTL logic for reliable high-speed operation
- Load/Preset input enables parallel data loading for flexible counter initialization
- 16-pin SOIC (R-PDSO-G16) package for compact PCB integration
Applications
The SN74LS669D is widely used in digital systems requiring precise event counting and frequency division, such as clocks, timers, and industrial automation controllers. Its bidirectional counting capability makes it ideal for position encoders, motor control circuits, and reversible digital counters. The TCO output simplifies cascading multiple devices for extended counting ranges in test equipment and programmable logic applications.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | No |
| YTEOL | 0 |
| Additional Feature | TCO OUTPUT |
| Count Direction | BIDIRECTIONAL |
| Family | LS |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G16 |
| JESD-609 Code | e4 |
| Load Capacitance (CL) | 15pF |
| Load/Preset Input | YES |
| Logic IC Type | BINARY COUNTER |
| Max Frequency@Nom-Sup | 25000000Hz |
| Max I(ol) | 0.008A |
| Mode of Operation | SYNCHRONOUS |
| Number of Bits | 4 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOP16,.25 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Power Supply Current-Max (ICC) | 34mA |
| Prop. Delay@Nom-Sup | 27ns |
| Propagation Delay (tpd) | 27ns |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Supply Voltage-Max (Vsup) | 5.25V |
| Supply Voltage-Min (Vsup) | 4.75V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom (Vsup) | 5V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | TTL |
| Temperature Grade | COMMERCIAL |
| Terminal Finish | NICKEL PALLADIUM GOLD |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 1.27mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 30 |
| Trigger Type | POSITIVE EDGE |
| fmax-Min | 25MHz |
| Package | Other |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 1 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.60 |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum count range of the SN74LS669D?
The SN74LS669D is a 4-bit binary counter, providing a count range of 0 to 15 (decimal). It supports both up and down counting directions, controlled by the count direction input, making it suitable for bidirectional counting applications in digital systems.
What is the TCO output on the SN74LS669D and how is it used?
The TCO (Terminal Count Output) is a signal that activates when the counter reaches its terminal count — 15 when counting up or 0 when counting down. It is used to cascade multiple SN74LS669D devices together to form wider counters, such as 8-bit or 16-bit configurations, by connecting TCO to the enable input of the next stage.
What package does the SN74LS669D come in and what are its key electrical specs?
The SN74LS669D is housed in a 16-pin SOIC package (JESD-30 code R-PDSO-G16), suitable for surface-mount PCB assembly. Key electrical specs include a 15pF load capacitance (CL), LS-family TTL logic levels, and a JESD-609 code of e4 indicating standard environmental compliance.
Can the SN74LS669D be preset to a specific count value?
Yes, the SN74LS669D features a Load/Preset input that allows parallel loading of a 4-bit value into the counter. This enables the counter to start from any value between 0 and 15, which is useful in applications requiring a specific count offset or modulo-N counting sequences.
What are common alternatives or replacements for the SN74LS669D?
Common alternatives to the SN74LS669D include the SN74LS168 (decade up/down counter), SN74HC669 (CMOS high-speed version), and SN74F669 (fast TTL variant). When selecting a replacement, verify supply voltage compatibility, propagation delay, and output drive strength to ensure drop-in compatibility in your circuit.
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