The IC 7493 (SN74LS93N) is a 4-bit asynchronous (ripple) binary counter from the 74LS TTL logic family. It is designed to count in binary sequence and can be configured for various counting operations such as divide-by-2, divide-by-8, or full 4-bit counting (divide-by-16).
The IC consists of two internal sections: a divide-by-2 stage and a divide-by-8 stage, which can be connected externally to form a complete 4-bit counter. Being an asynchronous counter, the flip-flops are triggered in sequence, making it suitable for frequency division and timing applications.
Built with Low Power Schottky (LS) TTL technology, the SN74LS93N provides fast switching speeds and reliable performance, making it widely used in digital electronics labs, embedded systems, and clock generation circuits.
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Key Features
- Function: 4-Bit Binary Ripple Counter
- IC Part Number: SN74LS93N / 7493
- Logic Family: 74LS (Low Power Schottky TTL)
- Counting Modes: Divide-by-2, Divide-by-8, Divide-by-16
- Asynchronous (ripple) operation
- Reset inputs for counter control
- Operating Voltage: 4.75V – 5.25V
- Fast switching performance
- Package Type: DIP-14 / DIP-16 (varies by manufacturer)
Applications
- Frequency division circuits
- Digital counters and timers
- Clock pulse generation
- Event counting systems
- Educational digital electronics projects
Package Includes
- 1 × IC – 7493 4-Bit Binary Counter (SN74LS93N)
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