The NE555 Timer IC is a set of classic, highly versatile precision timing ICs designed to produce accurate time delays and oscillations. Sink or source up to 200 mA.
The NE555 Timer IC is a set of classic, highly versatile precision timing ICs designed to produce accurate time delays and oscillations. Operating in monostable, astable, or bistable modes, the 555 timer is one of the most widely used integrated circuits in electronic circuit design and hobbyist prototyping.
Housed in a standard 8-pin Dual In-line Package (DIP-8), each IC operates across a broad supply voltage range of 4.5V to 15V DC. In monostable mode, the pulse interval is precisely controlled by an external resistor and capacitor (R-C) network. In astable mode, it functions as an oscillator generating stable square waves with adjustable frequency and duty cycle.
They are directly compatible with breadboards, stripboards, custom PCBs, Arduino frequency/pulse modules, LED flashers, tone generators, motor PWM controllers, and general embedded DIY electronic systems.
| Type | Precision Timer / Multivibrator IC |
|---|---|
| Model | NE555 (NE555P) |
| Package Type | DIP-8 (Through-Hole, 8-Pin) |
| Package Quantity | Pack of 5 Pieces |
| High Output Current | Sink or source up to 200 mA |
| Operating Modes | Astable (Oscillator), Monostable (One-shot timer), Bistable (Flip-flop) |
| Temperature Stability | 0.005% per °C |
Is it compatible with Arduino?
Yes. It works with Arduino projects.
Can I buy the NE555 Timer IC in Kanpur?
Yes – buy online with delivery across India, or pick it up from the iTechBuilders store, Damodar Nagar, Kanpur.
