CD4510BE CMOS Presettable BCD Up/Down Counter DIP‑16

The CD4510BE is a high‑performance, CMOS presettable BCD up/down counter in a standard 16‑pin DIP package. Designed for robust operation across a wide supply range, it is ideal for use in digital systems, control logic, and educational projects. This versatile counter integrates smoothly into Arduino and Raspberry Pi-based builds via appropriate interfacing, making it a dependable choice for both electronics engineers and hobbyists.

Key Features ✨

• High-speed operation for responsive counting in digital designs
• Low power usage inherent to CMOS technology
• Wide supply voltage range: 3.0 V to 15 V
• BCD up/down counter functionality for decade counting
• Presettable and resettable for flexible initialization and control
• 16‑pin DIP (Dual In‑line Package) for breadboard and through‑hole PCB prototyping

Technical Specifications 🧪

• Product Type: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Technology: CMOS (CD4000 series)
• Package Type: DIP‑16
• Operating Temperature: −55°C to +125°C
• Supply Voltage (VDD): 3.0 V to 15 V
• Counting Sequence: BCD up/down

Typical Applications 🔧

• Digital systems and logic sequencing
• Counting systems and decade counters
• Frequency division stages
• Binary‑to‑decimal decoding front‑ends
• Control systems and timing modules

Integration Tips for Microcontrollers 🤖

The CD4510BE can be used with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and other microcontroller platforms as part of larger electronics components and modules assemblies:

• Voltage compatibility: Power the IC within 3.0–15 V. Match the counter’s logic levels to your controller; if mixing 3.3 V and 5 V systems, use proper level shifting or power the IC at a compatible voltage.
• Clock integrity: Provide a clean, debounced clock source for reliable up/down counting.
• Decoupling: Place a 0.1 µF bypass capacitor close to the IC’s supply pins to reduce noise and ensure stable operation.

Why Choose the CD4510BE? 🏆

With its low power consumption, wide operating voltage, and presettable BCD up/down capability, the CD4510BE is a dependable choice for designing counters, timers, and control logic in educational and professional environments alike.

In the Box 📦

• 1 × CD4510BE Integrated Circuit (DIP‑16)