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Download Solution PDFThe most popular IC used in timing circuit is
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Download Solution PDF555 timer:
The 555 timer IC is an integrated circuit used in a variety of timer, pulse generation, and oscillator applications.
It has three operating modes
Astable mode – In this mode, the 555 IC can be used as an oscillator, pulse generator, logic clocks, etc.
Monostable mode – In this mode, the 555 functions as a ‘one-shot’ pulse generator and finds uses in frequency divider, timers, pulse detection, touch switches.
Bistable mode – In this mode, the 555 IC can be operated as a flip-flop, latches.
555 timer IC with the description of pins is shown below:
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