The CD4060BE is an integrated circuit (IC) that features a 14-stage binary ripple counter along with an on-chip oscillator that can be used to produce time delays or as a frequency divider in various timing applications. This versatile component is commonly used in timer circuits, frequency counters, time-delay applications, and as an oscillator in microprocessor systems.
This circuit features an ESP32 microcontroller interfaced with a water flow sensor to measure flow rates and an OLED display for visual output. A 4060 binary counter IC is configured for timing or frequency division, with its outputs connected to the ESP32. A SN74AHCT125N buffer is used for level shifting or driving capabilities.
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This circuit is an emergency alert system that uses a NUCLEO-F072RB microcontroller to send SMS alerts and make calls via a SIM800L GSM module, while obtaining location data from a GPS NEO 6M module. The system is powered by a Li-ion battery and includes a TP4056 module for battery charging and protection, with a rocker switch to control power to the microcontroller.
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This circuit consists of a 40-pin connector interfacing with four pushbuttons and a UBS power supply. The pushbuttons are used as inputs to the connector, which then relays the signals to other components or systems. The UBS power supply provides the necessary 24V power to the pushbuttons and the common ground for the circuit.
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This circuit is a frequency divider using a 4060 binary counter IC and a 12MHz crystal oscillator. It is powered by a 9V battery and provides a divided frequency output at 'Vout'. The 10k Ohm resistor stabilizes the oscillator circuit.
Open Project in Cirkit Designer| Pin Number | Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Q4 | Output from the 4th stage of the counter |
| 2 | Q5 | Output from the 5th stage of the counter |
| 3 | Q6 | Output from the 6th stage of the counter |
| 4 | Q7 | Output from the 7th stage of the counter |
| 5 | Q8 | Output from the 8th stage of the counter |
| 6 | Q9 | Output from the 9th stage of the counter |
| 7 | Q10 | Output from the 10th stage of the counter |
| 8 | GND | Ground (0V) |
| 9 | Q11 | Output from the 11th stage of the counter |
| 10 | Q12 | Output from the 12th stage of the counter |
| 11 | Q13 | Output from the 13th stage of the counter |
| 12 | Q14 | Output from the 14th stage of the counter |
| 13 | Q0 | Output from the 1st stage of the counter |
| 14 | Q1 | Output from the 2nd stage of the counter |
| 15 | Q2 | Output from the 3rd stage of the counter |
| 16 | Vdd | Positive Supply Voltage |
Power Supply: Connect pin 16 (Vdd) to a positive supply voltage within the range of 3V to 18V. Connect pin 8 (GND) to the ground of your circuit.
Oscillator Configuration: To use the internal oscillator, connect a resistor between pin 16 (Vdd) and pin 10 (Rext/CLKIN) and a capacitor from pin 9 (Cext) to ground. The frequency of the oscillator can be calculated using the formula provided in the datasheet.
Counter Outputs: The Q outputs (Q0 to Q14) provide the binary count as the counter progresses. These can be used to derive timing intervals or as frequency dividers.
Resetting the Counter: To reset the counter, a low level (0V) must be applied to the reset pin (MR). This will set all Q outputs to low.
Q: Can the 4060 IC be used with an Arduino? A: Yes, the 4060 can be interfaced with an Arduino. The Q outputs can be connected to the digital input pins of the Arduino to read the counter state.
Q: What is the maximum frequency the 4060 can handle? A: The maximum frequency typically goes up to 10MHz, but it varies with the supply voltage and temperature.
Q: How can I calculate the output frequency? A: The output frequency is determined by the values of the external resistor and capacitor connected to the oscillator pins. Refer to the datasheet for the formula and example calculations.
// Example code to read the state of the Q outputs from a CD4060BE IC
const int outputPins[] = {2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9}; // Connect these to Q0-Q7 respectively
void setup() {
Serial.begin(9600);
for (int i = 0; i < 8; i++) {
pinMode(outputPins[i], INPUT);
}
}
void loop() {
unsigned long counterValue = 0;
for (int i = 0; i < 8; i++) {
counterValue |= digitalRead(outputPins[i]) << i;
}
Serial.println(counterValue);
delay(1000); // Read the counter value every second
}
This code snippet demonstrates how to read the first 8 stages of the counter outputs from the CD4060BE using an Arduino. The outputs Q0 to Q7 are connected to digital input pins 2 to 9 on the Arduino. The counter value is read every second and printed to the Serial Monitor.