A series of highly stable precision timing circuits for accurate time delay or timing pulse generation.
This timer can operate in mono-stable (one-shot) or non-stable (oscillator) mode with timing periods ranging from less than one microsecond to several minutes.
In addition to the original bipolar type, low-power CMOS and LinCMOS types are also available.
These devices support longer timing periods and can significantly reduce power consumption.
Both single type (551, 555) and dual type (552, 556) timers are available.