The MC14541B is a versatile programmable timer produced by ON Semiconductor, designed to offer a wide range of timing configurations suitable for various applications. This highly reliable integrated circuit is based on CMOS technology, ensuring low power consumption and a broad voltage operating range, making it an ideal choice for battery-operated devices.

Key Features

• Wide Voltage Range: The MC14541B operates on a voltage range of 3V to 18V, accommodating a diverse set of applications from low-voltage portable equipment to industrial controls.
• Programmable Timer: The timer can be programmed from microseconds to hours, allowing precise timing sequences for various tasks such as delay timers, pulse generation, and time-delay relays.
• High Precision: With its crystal-controlled oscillator, the device ensures high timing accuracy and stability over the entire voltage and temperature range.
• Low Power Consumption: The CMOS technology provides a significant advantage in power-sensitive applications by ensuring minimal energy usage when the device is operational.

Applications

• Automatic Timers
• Time Delay Circuits
• Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) Circuits
• Frequency Dividers
• Alarm Systems
• Sequential Timing

Product Specifications

The MC14541B programmable timer IC comes in a standard 14-pin package and is characterized for operation from -55°C to +125°C. Its counter has a 14-stage binary ripple structure, which can be externally controlled via reset and inhibit functions. The device also includes an on-chip oscillator which is both temperature compensated and adjustable with external resistors and capacitors.

Quality and Reliability

ON Semiconductor is committed to providing high-quality products. The MC14541B timer IC is no exception, as it is produced under stringent quality control processes, ensuring reliability and performance consistency for every application it is used in.