The CD4538BF is a precision dual monostable multivibrator. Each multivibrator features a negative-transition-triggered input and a positive-transition-triggered input, either of which can be used as an enable input. This device is retriggerable and provides stable, accurate timing over a wide voltage and temperature range.
Applications:
- Precision timing circuits
- Pulse delay generators
- Missing pulse detectors
- Sequential timers
- Time delay applications
- Oscillators
Features:
- Retriggerable monostable operation
- Triggering from leading or trailing edge
- Separate reset input
- Output pulse width control
- Excellent pulse width stability
- Wide supply voltage range: 3V to 15V
- Low quiescent current
Benefits:
- Provides precise and stable timing for various applications.
- Offers flexibility in triggering options with both positive and negative edge triggering.
- Easy to control the output pulse width using external components.
- Reliable operation over a wide range of environmental conditions.
- Reduces power consumption in battery-powered devices.
Detailed Specifications:
- Supply Voltage: 3V to 15V
- Operating Temperature Range: -55°C to +125°C
- Input Trigger Voltage: VDD
- Output Sink Current: 8mA
- Package Type: DIP
The CD4538BF is ideal for use in various timing applications where precise and stable pulse generation is required. The ability to be retriggered and the separate reset input provide flexibility in circuit design.