IC 555 – Precision Timer IC

Key Features

• Highly stable and accurate timing operation
• Supports monostable, astable, and bistable modes
• Wide operating voltage range
• Capable of sourcing or sinking high output current
• Simple external component requirement
• Industry-standard and widely available IC

Technical Specifications

• Type: Timer IC
• Model: NE555 / LM555 / IC 555 (equivalent variants)
• Supply Voltage: 4.5 V to 15 V DC
• Output Current: Up to 200 mA (peak)
• Timing Range: Microseconds to hours (component dependent)
• Frequency Range: Up to ~500 kHz
• Package: DIP-8 (Dual In-line Package)
• Mounting: Through-hole PCB / breadboard
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +70°C (commercial)

Applications

• Time delay and pulse generation circuits
• LED blinkers and flashers
• PWM generation and duty-cycle control
• Oscillators and clock generators
• DIY electronics and educational projects

Package Includes

• 1 × IC 555 Timer