High-Speed CMOS 4-Bit Synchronous Counter – 74HCT163 Series

Overview of the NTE74HCT163 High-Speed CMOS Counter

The NTE74HCT163 is a high-speed CMOS 4-bit synchronous binary counter designed for applications requiring rapid binary counting with TTL-compatible logic levels. This IC provides a reliable and efficient solution for digital circuit design, offering both preset and clear capabilities for flexible logic sequencing and control.

Key Features and Technical Data

• Logic Type: High-Speed CMOS Synchronous 4-Bit Binary Counter
• Logic Family: 74HCT
• Package Quantity: 1 per package
• Presettable and Resettable Operation: Supports synchronous preset and clear functions for precise sequence control.
• TTL-Compatible Inputs: Designed for easy integration into TTL-based and mixed signal systems.

Typical Applications for the NTE74HCT163

Engineered for high-speed operation, the NTE74HCT163 4-bit binary counter is ideal for applications in digital timing, frequency division, event counting, and digital state machine control. Its synchronous design ensures predictable timing and reliable state transitions, making it suitable for complex logic designs in industrial automation, instrumentation, and embedded systems.

Usage and Controls

The NTE74HCT163 counter can be preset to a specific value or cleared to zero in a synchronous manner, with all state changes occurring on the rising edge of the clock input. By utilizing the synchronous enable and asynchronous master reset inputs, users can implement a wide range of counting, sequencing, and control functions within their digital systems.

Why Choose the NTE74HCT163 High-Speed CMOS Counter?

The 74HCT163 series delivers reliable high-speed counting performance, robust TTL compatibility, and versatile control features for demanding digital electronic applications. Each IC is supplied in a single-unit package, providing design flexibility for prototyping or production environments.

This part is the equivalent replacement for the following:

612874, 612874-0001, 6128740001, 612874-1, 74HCT163, 74HCT163N, 874-1(NAP-IC), CD74HCT163, CD74HCT163E, CD74HCT163N, ECG74HCT163, GD74HCT163, GD74HCT163AB, IDT74HCT163, IDT74HCT163P, MC74HCT163N, NTE74HCT163, PC74HCT163, PC74HCT163P, SK7CT163