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555 timer IC facts for kids

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555 timer circuit perforated board
A circuit using a 555 timer. The timer is the black rectangle.

The NE555 is a common IC (or integrated circuit) introduced in 1972. It is used in timers. It is popular among hobbyists and can be found in many electronics stores that sell bare components, such as RadioShack.

Images for kids

  • Die of the first 555 chip

    Silicon die of the first 555 chip (1971)

  • NXP-7555-HD

    Die of a CMOS NXP ICM7555 chip

  • NE555 DIP & SOIC

    Texas Instruments NE555 in DIP-8 and SO-8 packages

  • BjornR breadboard 01

    555 timer circuit in a solderless breadboard

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Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Circuito integrado 555 para niños

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