Nexperia USA Inc. 74LV4060PW-Q100J

Overview

74LV4060PW-Q100 from Nexperia is an automotive-qualified 14-stage binary ripple counter/divider with integrated RC/crystal oscillator, asynchronous master reset (MR), and ten buffered outputs (Q3–Q9, Q11–Q13). It operates from 1.0 V to 5.5 V, supports −40 °C to +125 °C ambient range, and delivers f_max up to 100 MHz at V_CC = 5.0 V - used in engine control timing, ADAS clock division, and infotainment system delay generation.

For engineers reviewing the 74LV4060PW-Q100 datasheet, 74LV4060PW-Q100 pinout, 74LV4060PW-Q100 application, or 74LV4060PW-Q100 equivalent, key selection considerations include oscillator configuration flexibility (RC vs. crystal), automotive-grade AEC-Q100 Grade 1 qualification, low-voltage operation down to 1.0 V, propagation delay consistency across temperature, and TSSOP16 package compatibility with high-density PCB layouts.

Technical Context

This device implements a synchronous-free ripple-carry architecture where each stage advances on the HIGH-to-LOW transition of the RS input (or internal oscillator output), enabling precise frequency division by powers of two (2³ to 2¹³). The oscillator circuit accepts external RC networks (R_t = 10 kΩ–1 MΩ, C_t > 50 pF) or parallel-resonant crystals with load capacitance 22–37 pF.

Inputs feature clamp diodes allowing safe interfacing to voltages exceeding V_CC when current-limiting resistors are used; outputs drive ±6 mA at V_CC = 3.0 V with VOH ≥ 2.8 V and VOL ≤ 0.2 V under specified loads. MR forces all outputs LOW asynchronously, independent of clock state or supply voltage level.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

TSSOP16 plastic thin shrink small outline package (SOT403-1), 16 leads, 0.65 mm pitch, 4.4 mm body width, lead finish matte tin - optimized for thermal dissipation and high-density routing in automotive control modules.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with 74LV4060D-Q100, the PW variant offers 30 % smaller PCB area and better thermal performance; versus CD4060BM96-Q1, it delivers 8× higher speed, 10× lower supply voltage, and certified automotive reliability - making it the sole choice for timing-critical powertrain and ADAS subsystems.

Availability

74LV4060PW-Q100 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for engine control units, ADAS domain controllers, and infotainment head units requiring stable component supply across extended automotive lifecycles.

Supply support for 74LV4060PW-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 focused on essential efficiency-enhancing components - delivering high-performance, reliable, and scalable solutions for automotive, industrial, and consumer markets.

The 74LV4060-Q100 belongs to Nexperia's automotive logic portfolio, designed specifically for timing-critical functions in harsh-environment vehicle systems where precision, low power, and qualification integrity are mandatory.

FAQ

Can the 74LV4060PW-Q100 operate with a 1.2 V supply and still meet timing specifications?

Yes - the device is fully specified down to V_CC = 1.2 V for DC characteristics and functional operation. At 1.2 V, t_pd (RS to Q3) is 180 ns max over −40 °C to +85 °C, and oscillator startup is guaranteed with R_t ≥ 1 kΩ and C_t > 50 pF. This enables integration into ultra-low-power always-on vehicle networks.

What is the recommended crystal configuration for automotive-grade stability?

Use a parallel-resonant AT-cut crystal with 22–37 pF load capacitance, 2.2 kΩ series resistor (R2), and 100 kΩ–1 MΩ bias resistor (R_bias). Place C2 stray capacitance < 2 pF and route RTC/CTC traces as short as possible. This configuration achieves ±100 ppm frequency tolerance over −40 °C to +125 °C per AEC-Q200 stress testing.

How does the MR pin behave during brown-out conditions?

MR remains functional down to V_CC = 0.5 V - its internal threshold scales with V_CC, so a logic HIGH on MR (≥ 0.7V_CC) will force all outputs LOW even during severe supply sag. This ensures fail-safe reset in battery voltage collapse scenarios common during cold cranking.

Is there any risk of oscillator instability when using the RC mode with large capacitors?

Capacitors > 1 μF introduce excessive start-up time and phase noise - the datasheet specifies C_t ≤ 1 μF for reliable oscillation. For time constants > 100 ms, use Q outputs to gate external timing circuits instead of extending C_t, preserving jitter performance and avoiding metastability in downstream logic.