4-Bit Synchronous Decade Up/Down Counter IC High-Speed CMOS (CD74HC192E)

Reliable Synchronous Counting IC for Digital Logic Applications

The CD74HC192E is a high-speed CMOS logic 4-bit up/down decade counter, engineered for precision digital counting in advanced electronic systems. This presettable synchronous BCD counter is fully compatible with TTL and CMOS logic levels, offering robust functionality for projects demanding accurate and flexible counting sequences.

Key Features of the CD74HC192E Decade Counter IC

• Presettable BCD Counter: Supports loading a specific binary value, ideal for customized start conditions and sequence resets.
• Up/Down Counting Capability: Easily configure to increment or decrement counts for maximum application flexibility.
• Asynchronous Reset: Provides instant reset functionality to zero, critical for responsive control systems.
• Synchronous Operation: Guarantees reliable, glitch-free counting aligned with the system clock.
• High Speed: Handles counting frequencies up to 24 MHz for high-performance digital designs.

Technical Specifications

Applications

• Digital clocks and timers
• Frequency dividers
• Event counters
• State machine sequencing
• General digital logic circuits where BCD counting is required

How to Use the CD74HC192E

Use the clock input for synchronous operations, while the asynchronous reset and preset pins enable rapid state initialization or load specific count values as required. The up/down pin determines the counting direction. The versatile 4-bit output provides a straightforward BCD readout for easy integration with displays or further logic stages.