NE555P Precision Timer IC

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NE555P Precision Timer IC

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Part Number
NE555P
Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Package
P package, PDIP, 8 pins
Category
Signal Chain
Product Type
Operational Amplifier

Quick Sourcing Note

NE555P from Texas Instruments is a Signal_Chain precision timer IC supplied in the P package, PDIP, 8-pin format. It supports astable or monostable operation across timing intervals from microseconds to hours. The device operates from a recommended 4.5 V to 16 V supply for NA555, NE555, and SA555 versions, with NE555 free-air operation from 0°C to 70°C. Output drive capability is up to 200 mA sink or source, with recommended output current of ±200 mA. Key uses include timing circuits, one-shot delay generation, astable oscillator functions, and capacitor-discharge timing.

Specifications

TypeDescription
Part NumberNE555P
ManufacturerTexas Instruments
Product TypeOperational Amplifier
CategorySignal Chain
Package / CaseP package, PDIP, 8 pins
Operating ModeAstable or monostable operation; general feature
Timing RangeMicroseconds to hours; general feature
Output Current CapabilityUp to 200 mA sink or source; TTL-compatible output
Recommended Supply Voltage4.5-16 V; NA555, NE555, SA555
Operating Free-Air Temperature0-70°C; NE555
Recommended Output Current±200 mA; recommended operating conditions
Absolute Maximum Supply Voltage18 V; with respect to GND
Absolute Maximum Input VoltageVCC; CONT, RESET, THRES, TRIG
Absolute Maximum Output Current±225 mA; absolute maximum ratings
Maximum Virtual Junction Temperature150°C; absolute maximum ratings
Storage Temperature-65 to 150°C; absolute maximum ratings
HBM ESD Rating±500 V; ANSI/ESDA/JEDEC JS-001
CDM ESD Rating±1500 V; ANSI/ESDA/JEDEC JS-002
Junction-to-Ambient Thermal Resistance98.5°C/W; P package, PDIP, 8 pins
Junction-to-Case Top Thermal Resistance77.8°C/W; P package, PDIP, 8 pins
Junction-to-Board Thermal Resistance61.0°C/W; P package, PDIP, 8 pins
Junction-to-Top Characterization Parameter43.9°C/W; P package, PDIP, 8 pins
Junction-to-Board Characterization Parameter60.3°C/W; P package, PDIP, 8 pins
Threshold Voltage Level at VCC=15 V8.8 V min, 10 V typ, 11.2 V max; NA555/NE555/SA555, TA=25°C
Threshold Voltage Level at VCC=5 V2.4 V min, 3.3 V typ, 4.2 V max; NA555/NE555/SA555, TA=25°C
Threshold Current30 nA typ, 250 nA max; VCC=5 V to 15 V, TA=25°C
Trigger Voltage Level at VCC=15 V4.5 V min, 5 V typ, 5.6 V max; NA555/NE555/SA555, TA=25°C
Trigger Voltage Level at VCC=5 V1.1 V min, 1.67 V typ, 2.2 V max; NA555/NE555/SA555, TA=25°C
Trigger Current0.5 µA typ, 2 µA max; TRIG at 0 V, NA555/NE555/SA555
Reset Voltage Level0.3 V min, 0.7 V typ, 1 V max; VCC=5 V to 15 V, TA=25°C
Reset Current at VCC0.1 mA typ, 0.4 mA max; RESET at VCC
Reset Current at 0 V-0.4 mA typ, -1.5 mA max; RESET at 0 V, NA555/NE555/SA555
Discharge Switch Off-State Current20 nA typ, 100 nA max; VCC=5 V to 15 V, TA=25°C
Discharge Switch On-State Voltage0.15 V typ, 0.4 V max; VCC=5 V, IO=8 mA, NA555/NE555/SA555
Control Voltage Open Circuit at VCC=15 V9 V min, 10 V typ, 11 V max; NA555/NE555/SA555
Control Voltage Open Circuit at VCC=5 V2.6 V min, 3.3 V typ, 4 V max; NA555/NE555/SA555
Low-Level Output Voltage at VCC=15 V, IOL=10 mA0.1 V typ, 0.25 V max; NA555/NE555/SA555
Low-Level Output Voltage at VCC=15 V, IOL=50 mA0.4 V typ, 0.75 V max; NA555/NE555/SA555
Low-Level Output Voltage at VCC=15 V, IOL=100 mA2 V typ, 2.5 V max; NA555/NE555/SA555
Low-Level Output Voltage at VCC=15 V, IOL=200 mA2.5 V max
Low-Level Output Voltage at VCC=5 V, IOL=5 mA0.1 V typ, 0.35 V max; NA555/NE555/SA555
Low-Level Output Voltage at VCC=5 V, IOL=8 mA0.15 V typ, 0.4 V max; NA555/NE555/SA555
High-Level Output Voltage at VCC=15 V, IOH=-100 mA12.75 V min, 13.3 V typ; NA555/NE555/SA555
High-Level Output Voltage at VCC=15 V, IOH=-200 mA12.5 V min
High-Level Output Voltage at VCC=5 V, IOH=-100 mA2.75 V min, 3.3 V typ; NA555/NE555/SA555
Supply Current, Output Low at VCC=15 V10 mA typ, 15 mA max; no load, NA555/NE555/SA555
Supply Current, Output Low at VCC=5 V3 mA typ, 6 mA max; no load, NA555/NE555/SA555
Supply Current, Output High at VCC=15 V9 mA typ, 13 mA max; no load, NA555/NE555/SA555
Supply Current, Output High at VCC=5 V2 mA typ, 5 mA max; no load, NA555/NE555/SA555
Temperature Coefficient of Timing Interval, Monostable50 ppm/°C typ; each timer, TA=min to max, NA555/NE555/SA555
Temperature Coefficient of Timing Interval, Astable150 ppm/°C typ; each timer, TA=min to max, NA555/NE555/SA555
Supply-Voltage Sensitivity of Timing Interval, Monostable0.1 %/V typ, 0.5 %/V max; each timer, NA555/NE555/SA555
Supply-Voltage Sensitivity of Timing Interval, Astable0.3 %/V typ; each timer, NA555/NE555/SA555
Output-Pulse Rise Time100 ns typ, 300 ns max; CL=15 pF, TA=25°C, 20% to 80%, NA555/NE555/SA555
Output-Pulse Fall Time100 ns typ, 300 ns max; CL=15 pF, TA=25°C, 80% to 20%, NA555/NE555/SA555
Pin 1 FunctionGND; D, P, PS, PW, JG 8-pin packages
Pin 2 FunctionTRIG, start of timing input; TRIG < 1/2 CONT sets output high and discharge open
Pin 3 FunctionOUT, high current timer output signal; D, P, PS, PW, JG 8-pin packages
Pin 4 FunctionRESET, active-low reset input; forces output and discharge low
Pin 5 FunctionCONT, comparator threshold control; outputs 2/3 × VCC and allows bypass capacitor connection
Pin 6 FunctionTHRES, end of timing input; THRES > CONT sets output low and discharge low
Pin 7 FunctionDISCH, open-collector discharge output; discharges timing capacitor
Pin 8 FunctionVCC input supply voltage; 4.5 V to 16 V; SE555 maximum is 18 V
Datasheet Statusrequest_only

Product Overview

The NE555P is a Texas Instruments precision timer IC in the Signal_Chain category. It is specified for astable or monostable operation, enabling timing intervals from microseconds to hours. The P package is an 8-pin PDIP package with a documented junction-to-ambient thermal resistance of 98.5°C/W and related package thermal parameters for board and case evaluation.

For NE555 operation, the recommended supply range is 4.5 V to 16 V, with an operating free-air temperature range of 0°C to 70°C. The output is TTL-compatible and can sink or source up to 200 mA, with absolute maximum output current of ±225 mA. Absolute maximum supply voltage is 18 V with respect to GND.

Functional pins include TRIG for timing start, THRES for timing end, RESET as an active-low reset input, CONT for comparator threshold control, DISCH as an open-collector discharge output, OUT as the timer output, GND, and VCC. These functions support monostable delay timing, astable timing, pulse generation, and timing-capacitor discharge circuits.

Key Features

  • Astable or monostable timer operation
  • Timing intervals from microseconds to hours
  • Recommended 4.5-16 V supply range
  • NE555 free-air operation from 0-70°C
  • Up to 200 mA sink or source output
  • ±200 mA recommended output current
  • 8-pin PDIP P package format
  • TRIG and THRES inputs control timing state
  • DISCH output discharges the timing capacitor
  • 100 ns typical output-pulse rise and fall times

Typical Applications

  • Monostable delay timing
  • Astable oscillator timing
  • Pulse generation circuits
  • Timing capacitor discharge circuits
  • Threshold-controlled timing functions
  • Reset-controlled timing outputs
  • Microseconds-to-hours timing intervals

Procurement Notes

When requesting a quote for NE555P, buyers should confirm the manufacturer, package or case, required quantity, target date code, compliance documents, packing method, destination country and expected delivery schedule.

If alternatives are acceptable, buyers should share the approved vendor list, required electrical or optical limits, package constraints and qualification requirements. Any alternative part should be reviewed by the buyer's engineering team before production use.

For analog and signal-chain sourcing, supply voltage, bandwidth, accuracy, noise level, package, temperature grade, input/output configuration and qualification requirements should be verified before approval.

FAQ

What operating modes does the NE555P support?

The NE555P supports astable or monostable operation. Its timing range extends from microseconds to hours, allowing it to be used for oscillator-style timing or one-shot timing functions based on the specified timer configuration.

What supply voltage is recommended for NE555P operation?

For NA555, NE555, and SA555 devices, the recommended supply voltage range is 4.5 V to 16 V. The absolute maximum supply voltage is 18 V with respect to GND.

What output current can the NE555P handle?

The TTL-compatible output can sink or source up to 200 mA, and the recommended output current is ±200 mA. The absolute maximum output current rating is ±225 mA.

What package is used for this NE555P listing?

This NE555P listing uses the Texas Instruments P package, described as a PDIP package with 8 pins. The package thermal data includes 98.5°C/W junction-to-ambient thermal resistance.

What are the primary NE555P timing control pins?

TRIG starts timing, THRES ends timing, RESET is an active-low reset input, CONT controls comparator threshold, and DISCH is an open-collector discharge output used to discharge the timing capacitor.

Technical Review & Sourcing Note

Prepared by LDeepAI Component Sourcing Team. Reviewed for RFQ, documentation and alternative sourcing use. Last updated: June 30, 2026.

This page is based on manufacturer datasheet information and LDeepAI sourcing review. Specifications should be verified against the official manufacturer datasheet before final procurement or design approval. Final electrical, optical and reliability approval should be confirmed by the buyer's engineering team.

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