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- Brand
- Fairchild
- Model
- LM555
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- Last added
- 2012-03-28
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Fairchild LM555/NE555/SA555 Timer Datasheet
Datasheet 14 pages · 167 KB · EN
The LM555/NE555/SA555 is a highly stable single‑timer controller with high current drive capability (200 mA) and adjustable duty‑cycle operation. It can be used for precision timing, pulse generation, time‑delay generation and sequential timing applications.
The document provides absolute maximum ratings, electrical characteristics, typical application circuits (monostable, astable, frequency divider, PWM, PPM) and ordering information for the 8‑DIP and 8‑SOP packages.
Fairchild LM555 specifications
| Supply Voltage (max) | 16 V |
|---|---|
| Power Dissipation | 600 mW |
| Operating Temperature Range (LM555/NE555) | 0 °C to +70 °C |
| Output High Current (source) | 200 mA |
| Discharge Leakage Current | 100 nA |
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Datasheet 2
Ratings, dimensions and ordering codes, for selection and design work.
Questions answered in these manuals
What is the maximum supply voltage for the LM555/NE555/SA555?
The device can be powered up to 16 V.
What is the typical output high current capability?
The timer can source up to 200 mA on the output pin.
What is the maximum supply voltage for the LM555?
The maximum supply voltage is 16 V.
What is the operating temperature range for the LM555/NE555?
It operates from 0 °C up to +70 °C.