Designing and Building 555 Timer Circuits: A practical, hands-on, introduction to developing electronic circuits using the 555 Timer

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The 555 Timer is an excellent introduction to integrated circuits.
Released in 1972, this integrated circuit (IC) quickly became a popular choice in circuit design due to its versatility, reliability, and ease of use. Despite advancements in electronics, the 555 Timer remains widely used in applications ranging from simple hobby projects to sophisticated industrial systems.
Designed for precise timing, oscillation, and pulse-width modulation, the 555 Timer operates in three primary modes—Monostable, Astable, and Bistable—allowing it to function as a timer, pulse generator, or flip-flop/latch. This versatility makes it an essential component for engineers, hobbyists, and educators alike.
With just a handful of external components, the 555 Timer can control LEDs, drive motors, generate sound, or serve as the foundation for complex circuits. Its widespread availability and affordability ensure its continued relevance, even in an era dominated by microcontrollers and digital electronics.
Decades after its invention, the 555 Timer remains an iconic and indispensable tool, proving that great engineering stands the test of time.
The purpose of this book is to provide a practical, hands-on, introduction to building circuits using the 555 Timer.Chapter 1 – Integrated CircuitsChapter 2 – The 555 TimerChapter 3 – Using a 555 Timer in Astable ModeChapter 4 – Capturing the Waveform Produced by a Charging/Discharging CapacitorChapter 5 – Capturing the Square Wave Output from Pin 3Chapter 6 – Using a 555 Timer in Monostable ModeChapter 7 – Using a 555 Timer in Bistable (Basic SR Latch) ModeChapter 8 – Using a 555 Timer to Control a Servo Motor
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0F3TLSBVF
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published
Publication date ‏ : ‎ 4 April 2025
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 72 pages
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8316644414
Item weight ‏ : ‎ 159 g
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 10 – 18 years
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 15.24 x 0.43 x 22.86 cm