74LS193 Synchronous 4-Bit Up/Down Counter IC, 16-Pin DIP Package

The 74LS193 is a versatile 4-bit synchronous up/down counter integrated circuit, essential for digital electronics projects and applications. This 16-pin DIP package IC features separate count-up and count-down clock inputs, making it ideal for various counting and timing applications. With parallel loading capability and synchronous clear function, it offers flexible control over counting operations. The chip operates on standard TTL voltage levels and provides excellent noise immunity. Its reliable performance makes it suitable for frequency division, digital displays, and control system applications. The 74LS193 includes preset inputs for each flip-flop, ripple carry output for up counting, and borrow output for down counting, enabling seamless cascading of multiple devices. This IC is compatible with other 74-series logic devices and maintains consistent timing characteristics across its operating temperature range.