The CD4017 is a high-performance decade counter IC from the CD4XXX CMOS logic family, designed for sequential counting and digital timing applications in embedded, industrial, and consumer electronic systems. Built using advanced CMOS technology, it offers ultra-low power consumption, high noise immunity, and stable switching performance, ensuring reliable operation in a wide range of circuit environments.
Operating over a wide supply voltage range of 3V to 15V, the CD4017 provides excellent flexibility compared to lower-voltage logic families. This wide voltage compatibility allows seamless integration into battery-powered systems as well as standard 5V and 12V logic circuits. Its CMOS architecture ensures minimal static power dissipation while maintaining accurate counting and decoding performance.
The device is a Johnson decade counter with 10 decoded outputs, making it ideal for sequential control, LED chasers, timing circuits, and frequency division applications. Its built-in decoding logic reduces external component count, improving overall system efficiency and simplifying PCB design.
The optimized internal structure ensures low thermal generation, high reliability, and long-term stable operation even in continuous-use environments.
Available in both DIP and SOP package types, the CD4017 offers flexible integration for prototyping, PCB design optimization, and scalable production solutions.
Key Features & Applications (Combined)
- Johnson decade counter IC with 10 decoded outputs
- Wide operating voltage: 3V to 15V
- Ultra-low power CMOS technology
- High noise immunity and stable operation
- Built-in decoding for simplified circuit design
- Low static power consumption
- Reliable long-term performance
- Available in DIP and SOP packages
Applications:
- LED chaser and sequencing circuits
- Digital counters and timing systems
- Industrial automation and control electronics
- Embedded system design
- Frequency division and pulse counting
- Educational electronics projects
- General-purpose CMOS logic applications
