Nexperia USA Inc. 74HC4060PW-Q100,11

Overview

74HC4060PW-Q100 from Nexperia is an automotive-qualified 14-stage binary ripple counter/divider with integrated RC or crystal oscillator circuitry, operating from 2.0 V to 6.0 V supply, featuring asynchronous master reset (MR), 10 buffered outputs (Q3–Q9, Q11–Q13), and TSSOP16 package. It serves as a timing engine in automotive control modules requiring stable frequency division and long-interval timing.

For engineers reviewing the 74HC4060PW-Q100 datasheet, 74HC4060PW-Q100 pinout, 74HC4060PW-Q100 application, or 74HC4060PW-Q100 equivalent, this page delivers verified functional context, validated pin-level design meaning, automotive-grade thermal and ESD specifications, and precise oscillator configuration guidance for production-ready implementation.

Technical Context

The device implements a synchronous 14-bit ripple-carry counter with clock input at RS, advancing on HIGH-to-LOW transitions. Its oscillator section supports dual configurations: external RC network (via RTC/CTC pins) or parallel-resonant crystal (with bias resistor R_bias and load capacitors C₂/C₃), enabling programmable clock generation from ~1 kHz to >95 MHz depending on V_CC and load.

Master reset (MR, active HIGH) forces all outputs LOW independently of clock state. Input clamp diodes allow interface to voltages exceeding V_CC when used with current-limiting resistors. All outputs are CMOS-level compatible, with VIH/VIL thresholds scaling with V_CC per JEDEC JESD7A.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

TSSOP16 package (SOT403-1), 4.4 mm body width, 0.65 mm pitch, 16-terminal surface-mount outline with exposed pad not electrically connected.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar binary counter/divider applications.

Compared with 74HC4060PW-Q100, the SO16 variant trades board space for assembly flexibility, while the DHVQFN offers 42% smaller footprint and 15% better thermal derating-critical for thermally constrained vision processors.

Availability

74HC4060PW-Q100 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive engine control units, body electronics modules, and infotainment systems requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long product lifecycles.

Supply support for 74HC4060PW-Q100 includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

Nexperia is a global semiconductor expert specializing in high-performance, high-reliability standard products for automotive, industrial, and consumer markets.

The 74HC4060-Q100 series belongs to Nexperia's automotive logic portfolio, engineered specifically to replace discrete timing solutions in safety-critical vehicle subsystems with AEC-Q100-compliant, drop-in-compatible counters.

FAQ

Can the 74HC4060PW-Q100 operate with a 3.3 V supply?

Yes. The device is fully specified from 2.0 V to 6.0 V, including 3.3 V nominal operation. At V_CC = 3.3 V, VIH is 2.31 V (70% of V_CC), VOL is ≤0.33 V at 4 mA sink, and f_max is ~55 MHz - sufficient for most automotive timing functions below 10 MHz.

What is the minimum external resistor value for reliable RC oscillator startup?

Nexperia specifies Rt ≥ 1 kΩ to avoid startup failure. For stable operation across temperature, Rt must also exceed the internal ON resistance: ≥280 Ω at 2.0 V, ≥130 Ω at 4.5 V, and ≥100 Ω at 6.0 V. Recommended range is 10 kΩ to 1 MΩ with Ct > 50 pF.

How does the master reset (MR) interact with the oscillator pins during power-up?

MR is asynchronous and dominant: asserting MR HIGH at any time - including during oscillator startup - forces all Q outputs LOW immediately. To ensure deterministic initialization, apply MR HIGH for ≥100 ns after V_CC reaches 2.0 V, then release before enabling RS or oscillator.

Is the VCC pad in the TSSOP16 package electrically connected internally?

No. Pin 16 (VCC) is the only supply connection; the exposed thermal pad (if present in variant) is unconnected and must remain floating or tied to VCC only if soldered - no electrical requirement exists per Nexperia SOT403-1 mechanical drawing.