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LMC555 CMOS Timer

1 Features 3 Description
•
1 Industry's Fastest Astable Frequency of 3 MHz The LMC555 device is a CMOS version of the
industry standard 555 series general-purpose timers.
• Available in Industry's Smallest 8-Bump DSBGA In addition to the standard package (SOIC, VSSSOP,
Package (1.43mm × 1.41mm) and PDIP) the LMC555 is also available in a chip-
• Less Than 1 mW Typical Power Dissipation at 5 V sized package (8-bump DSBGA) using TI's DSBGA
Supply package technology. The LMC555 offers the same
• 1.5 V Supply Operating Voltage Ensured capability of generating accurate time delays and
frequencies as the LM555 but with much lower power
• Output Fully Compatible With TTL and CMOS dissipation and supply current spikes. When operated
Logic at 5 V Supply as a one-shot, the time delay is precisely controlled
• Tested to −10 mA, 50 mA Output Current Levels by a single external resistor and capacitor. In the
• Reduced Supply Current Spikes During Output astable mode the oscillation frequency and duty cycle
Transitions are accurately set by two external resistors and one
capacitor. The use of TI's LMCMOS process extends
• Extremely Low Reset, Trigger, and Threshold both the frequency range and the low supply
Currents capability.
• Excellent Temperature Stability
• Pin-for-Pin Compatible With 555 Series of Timers Device Information(1)
PART NUMBER PACKAGE BODY SIZE (NOM)
2 Applications SOIC (8) 4.90 mm × 3.91 mm
VSSOP (8) 3.00 mm × 3.00 mm
• Precision Timing LMC555
PDIP (8) 9.81 mm × 6.35 mm
• Pulse Generation
DSBGA (8) 1.43 mm × 1.41 mm
• Sequential Timing
(1) For all available packages, see the orderable addendum at
• Time Delay Generation the end of the data sheet.
• Pulse Width Modulation
• Pulse Position Modulation
• Linear Ramp Generators
Pulse Width Modulator Pulse Width Modulator Waveform:
Top Waveform - Modulation
Bottom Waveform - Output Voltage

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Table of Contents
1 Features .................................................................. 1 9.1 Application Information............................................ 12
2 Applications ........................................................... 1 9.2 Typical Application ................................................. 12
3 Description ............................................................. 1 9.3 Frequency Divider ................................................... 14
9.4 Pulse Width Modulator ............................................ 14
4 Revision History..................................................... 2
9.5 Pulse Position Modulator ........................................ 15
5 Pin Configuration and Functions ......................... 3
9.6 50% Duty Cycle Oscillator ...................................... 16
6 Specifications......................................................... 4
10 Power Supply Recommendations ..................... 17
6.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings ...................................... 4
6.2 ESD Ratings.............................................................. 4 11 Layout................................................................... 17
11.1 Layout Guidelines ................................................. 17
6.3 Recommended Operating Conditions....................... 4
11.2 Layout Example .................................................... 17
6.4 Thermal Information ................................................. 4
6.5 Electrical Characteristics........................................... 5 12 Device and Documentation Support ................. 18
12.1 Receiving Notification of Documentation Updates 18
7 Parameter Measurement Information .................. 6
12.2 Community Resources.......................................... 18
8 Detailed Description .............................................. 7
12.3 Trademarks ........................................................... 18
8.1 Overview ................................................................... 7
12.4 Electrostatic Discharge Caution ............................ 18
8.2 Functional Block Diagram ......................................... 7
12.5 Glossary ................................................................ 18
8.3 Feature Description................................................... 7
8.4 Device Functional Modes.......................................... 8 13 Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable
Information ........................................................... 18
9 Application and Implementation ........................ 12

4 Revision History
Changes from Revision L (February 2016) to Revision M Page

• Changed order of Features list. ............................................................................................................................................. 1

• Changed stable to astable - typo. .......................................................................................................................................... 1
• Changed stable to astable - typo. .......................................................................................................................................... 7
• Changed beings to begins typo. ............................................................................................................................................. 8
• Changed typo LM555 to LMC555. ...................................................................................................................................... 12
• Changed typo LM555 to LMC555. ...................................................................................................................................... 12
• Added additional applications. ............................................................................................................................................. 14

Changes from Revision K (January 2015) to Revision L Page

• Changed typo - temp range from 185 to 85 .......................................................................................................................... 4

Changes from Revision J (March 2013) to Revision K Page

• Added Pin Configuration and Functions section, ESD Ratings table, Feature Description section, Device Functional
Modes, Application and Implementation section, Power Supply Recommendations section, Layout section, Device
and Documentation Support section, and Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable Information section .............................. 1

Changes from Revision I (March 2013) to Revision J Page

• Changed layout of National Semiconductor Data Sheet to TI format ................................................................................. 17

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5 Pin Configuration and Functions

D, DGK, and P Packages

8-Pin SOIC, VSSOP, and PDIP YPB Package
(Top View) 8-Pin DSBGA
(Top View)

Pin Functions
PIN
SOIC, VSSOP, and DSBGA NO. NAME I/O DESCRIPTION
PDIP NO.
1 A3 GND O Ground reference voltage
2 B3 Trigger I Responsible for transition of the flip-flop from set to reset. The output of the
timer depends on the amplitude of the external trigger pulse applied to this pin
3 C3 Output O Output driven waveform
4 C2 Reset I Negative pulse applied to this pin to disable or reset the timer. When not used
for reset purposes, it should be connected to VCC to avoid false triggering
5 C1 Control I Control voltage controls the threshold and trigger levels. It determines the pulse
Voltage width of the output waveform. An external voltage applied to this pin can also
be used to modulate the output waveform
6 B1 Threshold I Compares the voltage applied to the terminal with a reference voltage of 2/3
Vcc. The amplitude of voltage applied to this terminal is responsible for the set
state of the flip-flop.
7 A1 Discharge I Open collector output which discharges a capacitor between intervals (in phase
with output). It toggles the output from high to low when voltage reaches 2/3 of
the supply voltage
8 A2 V+ I Supply voltage with respect to GND

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6 Specifications
6.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings
Over operating free-air temperature range, unless otherwise noted. (1) (2) (3)
MIN MAX UNIT
Supply 15 V
Voltage Input –0.3 (V+) + 0.3 V
Output 15 V
Curent Output 100 mA
Storage temperature, Tstg –65 150 °C

(1) Stresses beyond those listed under Absolute Maximum Ratings may cause permanent damage to the device. These are stress ratings
only, which do not imply functional operation of the device at these or any other conditions beyond those indicated under Recommended
Operating Conditions. Exposure to absolute-maximum-rated conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability.
(2) See AN-1112 (SNVA009) for DSBGA considerations.
(3) If Military/Aerospace specified devices are required, please contact the TI Sales Office/Distributors for availability and specifications.

6.2 ESD Ratings

VALUE UNIT
V(ESD) Electrostatic discharge Human body model (HBM), per ANSI/ESDA/JEDEC JS-001 (1) ±1500 V

(1) JEDEC document JEP155 states that 500-V HBM allows safe manufacturing with a standard ESD control process.

6.3 Recommended Operating Conditions

over operating free-air temperature range (unless otherwise noted)
MIN NOM MAX UNIT
LMC555IM −40 125 °C
Temperature Range
LMC555CM/MM/N/TP −40 85 °C
PDIP-8 1126 mW
Maximum Allowable Power Dissipation SOIC-8 740 mW
at 25°C VSSOP-8 555 mW
8-bump DSBGA 568 mW

6.4 Thermal Information

LMC555
THERMAL METRIC (1) SOIC VSSOP PDIP 8-BUMP DSBGA UNIT
8 PINS 8 PINS 8 PINS 8 PINS
RθJA Junction-to-ambient thermal resistance 169 225 111 220 °C/W

(1) For more information about traditional and new thermal metrics, see the IC Package Thermal Metrics application report, SPRA953.

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6.5 Electrical Characteristics

Test Circuit, T = 25°C, all switches open, RESET to VS unless otherwise noted (1)
PARAMETER TEST CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNIT
IS Supply Current VS = 1.5 V 50 150
VS = 5 V 100 250 µA
VS = 12 V 150 400
VCTRL Control Voltage VS = 1.5 V 0.8 1.0 1.2
VS = 5 V 2.9 3.3 3.8 V
VS = 12 V 7.4 8.0 8.6
VDIS Discharge Saturation Voltage VS = 1.5 V, IDIS = 1 mA 75 150
mV
VS = 5 V, IDIS = 10 mA 150 300
VOL Output Voltage (Low) VS = 1.5 V, IO = 1 mA 0.2 0.4
VS = 5 V, IO = 8 mA 0.3 0.6 V
VS = 12 V, IO = 50 mA 1.0 2.0
VOH Output Voltage VS = 1.5 V, IO = −0.25 mA 1.0 1.25
(High) VS = 5 V, IO = −2 mA 4.4 4.7 V
VS = 12 V, IO = −10 mA 10.5 11.3
VTRIG Trigger Voltage VS = 1.5V 0.4 0.5 0.6
V
VS = 12V 3.7 4.0 4.3
ITRIG Trigger Current VS = 5V 10 pA
(2)
VRES Reset Voltage VS = 1.5 V 0.4 0.7 1.0
V
VS = 12 V 0.4 0.75 1.1
IRES Reset Current VS = 5 V 10 pA
ITHRESH Threshold Current VS = 5 V 10 pA
IDIS Discharge Leakage VS = 12 V 1.0 100 nA
t Timing Accuracy SW 2, 4 Closed
VS = 1.5 V 0.9 1.1 1.25
ms
VS = 5 V 1.0 1.1 1.20
VS = 12 V 1.0 1.1 1.25
Δt/ΔVS Timing Shift with Supply VS = 5V ± 1 V 0.3% V
Δt/ΔT Timing Shift with Temperature VS = 5 V 75 ppm/°C
fA Astable Frequency SW 1, 3 Closed, VS = 12 V 4.0 4.8 5.6 kHz
fMAX Maximum Frequency Max. Freq. Test Circuit, VS = 5 V 3.0 MHz
tR, tF Output Rise and Max. Freq. Test Circuit 15 ns
Fall Times VS = 5V, CL = 10 pF
tPD Trigger Propagation Delay VS = 5 V, Measure Delay
100 ns
from Trigger to Output

(1) All voltages are measured with respect to the ground pin, unless otherwise specified.
(2) If the RESET pin is to be used at temperatures of −20°C and below VS is required to be 2.0 V or greater.

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7 Parameter Measurement Information

For device pinout, see Pin Configuration and Functions. For device pinout, see Pin Configuration and Functions.
Figure 1. Test Circuit Figure 2. Maximum Frequency Test Circuit

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8 Detailed Description

8.1 Overview
The LMC555 is a CMOS version of the industry standard 555 series general-purpose timers. In addition to the
standard package (SOIC, VSSSOP, and PDIP) the LMC555 is also available in a chip-sized package (8-bump
DSBGA) using TI’s DSBGA package technology. The LMC555 offers the same capability of generating accurate
time delays and frequencies as the LM555 but with much lower power dissipation and supply current spikes.
When operated as a one-shot, the time delay is precisely controlled by a single external resistor and capacitor. In
the astable mode, the oscillation frequency and duty cycle are accurately set by two external resistors and one
capacitor. The use of TI’s LMCMOS process extends both the frequency range and the low supply capability.
The LMC555 is available in an 8-pin PDIP, SOIC, VSSOP, and 8-bump DSBGA package.

8.2 Functional Block Diagram

8.3 Feature Description

8.3.1 Low-Power Dissipation
The LMC555 offers the same capability of generating accurate time delays and frequencies as the LM555 but
with much lower power dissipation. A power dissipation of less than 0.2 mW can be achieved with a 1.5-V
operating supply voltage and less than 1 mW with a 5-V operating supply voltage. The use of TI’s LMCMOS
process allows this low supply current and voltage capability. Reduced supply current spikes during output
transitions and extremely low reset, trigger and threshold currents also provide low power dissipation advantages
with the LMC555.

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Feature Description (continued)

8.3.2 Various Packages and Compatibility
There are various packages available for use of the LMC555. In addition to the standard package (8-pin SOIC,
VSSOP, and PDIP, the LMC555 is also available in a chip-sized package (8-bump DSBGA). The PDIP, SOIC,
and VSSOP packages for the LMC555 are pin-for-pin compatible with the 555 series of timers
(NE555/SE555/LM555) allowing flexibility in design and unnecessary modifications to PCB schematics and
layouts.

8.3.3 Operates in Both Astable and Monostable Mode

The LMC555 can operate in both astable and monostable mode depending on the application requirements.
• Monostable mode: The LMC555 timer acts as a “one-shot” pulse generator. The pulse begins when the
LMC555 timer receives a signal at the trigger input that falls below a 1/3 of the voltage supply. The width of
the output pulse is determined by the time constant of an RC network. The output pulse ends when the
voltage on the capacitor equals 2/3 of the supply voltage. The output pulse width can be extended or
shortened depending on the application by adjusting the R and C values.
• Astable (free-running) mode: The LMC555 timer can operate as an oscillator and puts out a continuous
stream of rectangular pulses having a specified frequency. The frequency of the pulse stream depends on the
values of RA, RB, and C.

8.4 Device Functional Modes

8.4.1 Monostable Operation
In this mode of operation, the timer functions as a one-shot (Figure 3). The external capacitor is initially held
discharged by internal circuitry. Upon application of a negative trigger pulse of less than 1/3 VS to the Trigger
terminal, the flip-flop is set which both releases the short circuit across the capacitor and drives the output high.

Figure 3. Monostable (One-Shot)

The voltage across the capacitor then increases exponentially for a period of tH = 1.1 RAC, which is also the time
that the output stays high, at the end of which time the voltage equals 2/3 VS. The comparator then resets the
flip-flop which in turn discharges the capacitor and drives the output to its low state. Figure 4 shows the
waveforms generated in this mode of operation. Because the charge and the threshold level of the comparator
are both directly proportional to supply voltage, the timing internal is independent of supply.

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Device Functional Modes (continued)

VCC = 5 V Top Trace: Input 5 V/Div.

TIME = 0.1 ms/Div. Middle Trace: Output 5 V/Div.
RA = 9.1 kΩ Bottom Trace: Capacitor Voltage 2 V/Div.
C = 0.01 µF

Figure 4. Monostable Waveforms

Reset overrides Trigger, which can override threshold. Therefore the trigger pulse must be shorter than the
desired tH. The minimum pulse width for the Trigger is 20 ns, and it is 400 ns for the Reset. During the timing
cycle when the output is high, the further application of a trigger pulse will not effect the circuit so long as the
trigger input is returned high at least 10 µs before the end of the timing interval. However the circuit can be reset
during this time by the application of a negative pulse to the reset terminal. The output will then remain in the low
state until a trigger pulse is again applied.
When the reset function is not use, it is recommended that it be connected to V+ to avoid any possibility of false
triggering. Figure 5 is a nomograph for easy determination of RC values for various time delays.

NOTE
In monstable operation, the trigger should be driven high before the end of timing cycle.

Figure 5. Time Delay

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Device Functional Modes (continued)

8.4.2 Astable Operation
If the circuit is connected as shown in Figure 6 (Trigger and Threshold terminals connected together) it will
trigger itself and free run as a multivibrator. The external capacitor charges through RA + RB and discharges
through RB. Thus the duty cycle may be precisely set by the ratio of these two resistors.

Figure 6. Astable (Variable Duty Cycle Oscillator)

In this mode of operation, the capacitor charges and discharges between 1/3 VS and 2/3 VS. As in the triggered
mode, the charge and discharge times, and therefore the frequency are independent of the supply voltage.
Figure 7 shows the waveform generated in this mode of operation.

VCC = 5 V Top Trace: Output 5 V/Div.

TIME = 20 µs/Div. Bottom Trace: Capacitor Voltage 1 V/Div.
RA = 3.9 kΩ
RB = 9 kΩ
C = 0.01 µF

Figure 7. Astable Waveforms

The charge time (output high) is given by

t1 = 0.693 (RA + RB)C (1)
And the discharge time (output low) by:
t2 = 0.693 (RB)C (2)
Thus the total period is:
T = t1 + t2 = 0.693 (RA + 2RB)C (3)
The frequency of oscillation is:

(4)
Figure 8 may be used for quick determination of these RC Values. The duty cycle, as a fraction of total period
that the output is low, is:
RB
D=
RA + 2RB (5)

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Device Functional Modes (continued)

Figure 8. Free-Running Frequency

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9 Application and Implementation

NOTE
Information in the following applications sections is not part of the TI component
specification, and TI does not warrant its accuracy or completeness. TI’s customers are
responsible for determining suitability of components for their purposes. Customers should
validate and test their design implementation to confirm system functionality.

9.1 Application Information

The LMC555 timer can be used a various configurations, but the most commonly used configuration is in
monostable mode. A typical application for the LMC555 timer in monostable mode is to turn on an LED for a
specific time duration. A pushbutton is used as the trigger to output a high pulse when trigger pin is pulsed low.
This simple application can be modified to fit any application requirement.

9.2 Typical Application

Figure 9 shows the schematic of the LM555 that flashes an LED in monostable mode.

Figure 9. Schematic of Monostable Mode to Flash an LED

9.2.1 Design Requirements

The main design requirement for this application requires calculating the duration of time for which the output
stays high. The duration of time is dependent on the R and C values (as shown in monostable figure) and can be
calculated by: t= 1.1*R*C seconds.
t = 1.1 × R × C (6)

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Typical Application (continued)

9.2.2 Detailed Design Procedure
To allow the LED to flash on for a noticeable amount of time, a 5-second time delay was chosen for this
application. By using the equation:
t = 1.1 × R × C seconds
where
• RC equals 4.545 (7)
If R is chosen as 100 kΩ, C = 45.4 µF. The values of R = 100 kΩ and C = 47 µF was chosen based on standard
values of resistors and capacitors.
A momentary push button switch connected to ground is connected to the trigger input with a 10-kΩ current
limiting resistor pull up to the supply voltage. When the push button is pressed, the trigger pin goes to GND. An
LED is connected to the output pin with a current limiting resistor in series from the output of the LMC555 to
GND. The reset pin is not used and was connected to the supply voltage.

9.2.3 Application Curve

The data shown in Figure 10 was collected with the circuit used in the typical applications section. The LM555
was configured in the monostable mode with a time delay of 5.17 s. The waveforms correspond to:
• Top Waveform (Blue) – Capacitor voltage
• Middle Waveform (Purple) – Trigger
• Bottom Waveform (Green) – Output
As the trigger pin pulses low, the capacitor voltage starts charging and the output goes high. The output goes low
as soon as the capacitor voltage reaches 2/3 of the supply voltage, which is the time delay set by the R and C
value. For this example, the time delay is 5.17 seconds.

Figure 10. Trigger, Capacitor Voltage, and Output Waveforms in Monostable Mode

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9.3 Frequency Divider

The monostable circuit of Figure 11 can be used as a frequency divider by adjusting the length of the timing
cycle. Figure 12 shows the waveforms generated in a divide by three circuit.

Figure 11. Monostable (One-Shot)

9.3.1 Design Requirements

Design a frequency divider by adjusting the length of the timing cycle.

9.3.2 Application Curve

Figure 12. Frequency Divider Waveforms

9.4 Pulse Width Modulator

When the timer is connected in the monostable mode and triggered with a continuous pulse train, the output
pulse width can be modulated by a signal applied to the control voltage terminal. Figure 13 shows the circuit, and
in Figure 14 are some waveform examples.

Figure 13. Pulse Width Modulator

9.4.1 Design Requirements

Modulator the output pulse width by the signal applied to the control voltage terminal.

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Pulse Width Modulator (continued)

9.4.2 Application Curve

Figure 14. Pulse Width Modulator Waveforms

9.5 Pulse Position Modulator

This application uses the timer connected for astable operation, as in Figure 15, with a modulating signal again
applied to the control voltage terminal. The pulse position varies with the modulating signal, since the threshold
voltage and hence the time delay is varied. Figure 16 shows the waveforms generated for a triangle wave
modulation signal.

Figure 15. Pulse Position Modulator

9.5.1 Design Requirements

Using astable operation vary the pulse position with a modulating signal applied to the control voltage terminal.

9.5.2 Application Curve

Figure 16. Pulse Position Modulator Waveforms

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9.6 50% Duty Cycle Oscillator

The frequency of oscillation is:
f = 1/(1.4 RCC) (8)

Figure 17. 50% Duty Cycle Oscillator

9.6.1 Design Requirements

An oscillator with a 50% duty cycle output.

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10 Power Supply Recommendations

The LM555 requires a voltage supply within 1.5 V to 15 V. Adequate power supply bypassing is necessary to
protect associated circuitry. Minimum recommended is 0.1 μF in parallel with 1-μF electrolytic. Place the bypass
capacitors as close as possible to the LM555 and minimize the trace length.

11 Layout

11.1 Layout Guidelines

Standard PCB rules apply to routing the LMC555. The 0.1 µF in parallel with a 1-µF electrolytic capacitor should
be as close as possible to the LMC555. The capacitor used for the time delay should also be placed as close to
the discharge pin. A ground plane on the bottom layer can be used to provide better noise immunity and signal
integrity.

11.2 Layout Example

The figure below is the basic layout for various applications.
• C1 – based on time delay calculations
• C2 – 0.01 µF bypass capacitor for control voltage pin
• C3 – 0.1 µF bypass ceramic capacitor
• C4 – 1-µF electrolytic bypass capacitor
• R1 – based on time delay calculations
• U1 – LMC555

Figure 18. PCB Layout

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12 Device and Documentation Support

12.1 Receiving Notification of Documentation Updates

To receive notification of documentation updates, navigate to the device product folder on ti.com. In the upper
right corner, click on Alert me to register and receive a weekly digest of any product information that has
changed. For change details, review the revision history included in any revised document.

12.2 Community Resources

The following links connect to TI community resources. Linked contents are provided "AS IS" by the respective
contributors. They do not constitute TI specifications and do not necessarily reflect TI's views; see TI's Terms of
Use.
TI E2E™ Online Community TI's Engineer-to-Engineer (E2E) Community. Created to foster collaboration
among engineers. At e2e.ti.com, you can ask questions, share knowledge, explore ideas and help
solve problems with fellow engineers.
Design Support TI's Design Support Quickly find helpful E2E forums along with design support tools and
contact information for technical support.

12.3 Trademarks
E2E is a trademark of Texas Instruments.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
12.4 Electrostatic Discharge Caution
These devices have limited built-in ESD protection. The leads should be shorted together or the device placed in conductive foam
during storage or handling to prevent electrostatic damage to the MOS gates.

12.5 Glossary
SLYZ022 — TI Glossary.
This glossary lists and explains terms, acronyms, and definitions.

13 Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable Information

The following pages include mechanical, packaging, and orderable information. This information is the most
current data available for the designated devices. This data is subject to change without notice and revision of
this document. For browser-based versions of this data sheet, refer to the left-hand navigation.

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PACKAGING INFORMATION

Orderable Device Status Package Type Package Pins Package Eco Plan Lead finish/ MSL Peak Temp Op Temp (°C) Device Marking Samples
(1) Drawing Qty (2) Ball material (3) (4/5)
(6)

LMC555CM NRND SOIC D 8 95 Non-RoHS Call TI Call TI -40 to 85 LMC

& Green 555CM
LMC555CM/NOPB ACTIVE SOIC D 8 95 RoHS & Green SN Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 LMC
555CM
LMC555CMM NRND VSSOP DGK 8 1000 Non-RoHS Call TI Call TI -40 to 85 ZC5
& Green
LMC555CMM/NOPB ACTIVE VSSOP DGK 8 1000 RoHS & Green SN Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 ZC5

LMC555CMMX NRND VSSOP DGK 8 3500 Non-RoHS Call TI Call TI -40 to 85 ZC5
& Green
LMC555CMMX/NOPB ACTIVE VSSOP DGK 8 3500 RoHS & Green SN Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 ZC5

LMC555CMX NRND SOIC D 8 2500 Non-RoHS Call TI Call TI -40 to 85 LMC

& Green 555CM
LMC555CMX/NOPB ACTIVE SOIC D 8 2500 RoHS & Green SN Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 LMC
555CM
LMC555CN/NOPB ACTIVE PDIP P 8 40 RoHS & Green Call TI | SN Level-1-NA-UNLIM -40 to 85 LMC
555CN
LMC555CTP/NOPB ACTIVE DSBGA YPB 8 250 RoHS & Green SNAGCU Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 F
02
LMC555CTPX/NOPB ACTIVE DSBGA YPB 8 3000 RoHS & Green SNAGCU Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 F
02
LMC555IM/NOPB ACTIVE SOIC D 8 95 RoHS & Green SN Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 125 LMC
555IM
LMC555IMX/NOPB ACTIVE SOIC D 8 2500 RoHS & Green SN Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 125 LMC
555IM

(1)
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ACTIVE: Product device recommended for new designs.
LIFEBUY: TI has announced that the device will be discontinued, and a lifetime-buy period is in effect.
NRND: Not recommended for new designs. Device is in production to support existing customers, but TI does not recommend using this part in a new design.
PREVIEW: Device has been announced but is not in production. Samples may or may not be available.
OBSOLETE: TI has discontinued the production of the device.

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(3)
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TAPE AND REEL INFORMATION

*All dimensions are nominal

Device Package Package Pins SPQ Reel Reel A0 B0 K0 P1 W Pin1
Type Drawing Diameter Width (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) Quadrant
(mm) W1 (mm)
LMC555CMM VSSOP DGK 8 1000 178.0 12.4 5.3 3.4 1.4 8.0 12.0 Q1
LMC555CMM/NOPB VSSOP DGK 8 1000 178.0 12.4 5.3 3.4 1.4 8.0 12.0 Q1
LMC555CMMX VSSOP DGK 8 3500 330.0 12.4 5.3 3.4 1.4 8.0 12.0 Q1
LMC555CMMX/NOPB VSSOP DGK 8 3500 330.0 12.4 5.3 3.4 1.4 8.0 12.0 Q1
LMC555CMX SOIC D 8 2500 330.0 12.4 6.5 5.4 2.0 8.0 12.0 Q1
LMC555CMX/NOPB SOIC D 8 2500 330.0 12.4 6.5 5.4 2.0 8.0 12.0 Q1
LMC555CTP/NOPB DSBGA YPB 8 250 178.0 8.4 1.5 1.5 0.66 4.0 8.0 Q1
LMC555CTPX/NOPB DSBGA YPB 8 3000 178.0 8.4 1.5 1.5 0.66 4.0 8.0 Q1
LMC555IMX/NOPB SOIC D 8 2500 330.0 12.4 6.5 5.4 2.0 8.0 12.0 Q1

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*All dimensions are nominal

Device Package Type Package Drawing Pins SPQ Length (mm) Width (mm) Height (mm)
LMC555CMM VSSOP DGK 8 1000 210.0 185.0 35.0
LMC555CMM/NOPB VSSOP DGK 8 1000 210.0 185.0 35.0
LMC555CMMX VSSOP DGK 8 3500 367.0 367.0 35.0
LMC555CMMX/NOPB VSSOP DGK 8 3500 367.0 367.0 35.0
LMC555CMX SOIC D 8 2500 367.0 367.0 35.0
LMC555CMX/NOPB SOIC D 8 2500 367.0 367.0 35.0
LMC555CTP/NOPB DSBGA YPB 8 250 210.0 185.0 35.0
LMC555CTPX/NOPB DSBGA YPB 8 3000 210.0 185.0 35.0
LMC555IMX/NOPB SOIC D 8 2500 367.0 367.0 35.0

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 PACKAGE OUTLINE
D0008A SCALE 2.800
SOIC - 1.75 mm max height
SMALL OUTLINE INTEGRATED CIRCUIT

SEATING PLANE
.228-.244 TYP
[5.80-6.19]
.004 [0.1] C
A PIN 1 ID AREA
6X .050
[1.27]
8
1

.189-.197 2X
[4.81-5.00] .150
NOTE 3 [3.81]

4X (0 -15 )

4
5
8X .012-.020
B .150-.157 [0.31-0.51]
.069 MAX
[3.81-3.98] .010 [0.25] C A B [1.75]
NOTE 4

.005-.010 TYP
[0.13-0.25]

4X (0 -15 )

SEE DETAIL A
.010
[0.25]

.004-.010
0 -8 [0.11-0.25]
.016-.050
[0.41-1.27] DETAIL A
(.041) TYPICAL
[1.04]

4214825/C 02/2019

NOTES:

1. Linear dimensions are in inches [millimeters]. Dimensions in parenthesis are for reference only. Controlling dimensions are in inches.
Dimensioning and tolerancing per ASME Y14.5M.
2. This drawing is subject to change without notice.
3. This dimension does not include mold flash, protrusions, or gate burrs. Mold flash, protrusions, or gate burrs shall not
exceed .006 [0.15] per side.
4. This dimension does not include interlead flash.
5. Reference JEDEC registration MS-012, variation AA.

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 EXAMPLE BOARD LAYOUT
D0008A SOIC - 1.75 mm max height
SMALL OUTLINE INTEGRATED CIRCUIT

8X (.061 )
[1.55]
SYMM SEE
DETAILS
1
8

8X (.024)
[0.6] SYMM

(R.002 ) TYP
[0.05]
5
4
6X (.050 )
[1.27]
(.213)
[5.4]

LAND PATTERN EXAMPLE

EXPOSED METAL SHOWN
SCALE:8X

SOLDER MASK SOLDER MASK

METAL METAL UNDER
OPENING OPENING SOLDER MASK

EXPOSED
METAL EXPOSED
METAL
.0028 MAX .0028 MIN
[0.07] [0.07]
ALL AROUND ALL AROUND

NON SOLDER MASK SOLDER MASK

DEFINED DEFINED

SOLDER MASK DETAILS

4214825/C 02/2019

NOTES: (continued)

6. Publication IPC-7351 may have alternate designs.

7. Solder mask tolerances between and around signal pads can vary based on board fabrication site.

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 EXAMPLE STENCIL DESIGN
D0008A SOIC - 1.75 mm max height
SMALL OUTLINE INTEGRATED CIRCUIT

8X (.061 )
[1.55] SYMM

1
8

8X (.024)
[0.6] SYMM

(R.002 ) TYP
5 [0.05]
4
6X (.050 )
[1.27]
(.213)
[5.4]

SOLDER PASTE EXAMPLE

BASED ON .005 INCH [0.125 MM] THICK STENCIL
SCALE:8X

4214825/C 02/2019

NOTES: (continued)

8. Laser cutting apertures with trapezoidal walls and rounded corners may offer better paste release. IPC-7525 may have alternate
design recommendations.
9. Board assembly site may have different recommendations for stencil design.

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YPB0008 SCALE 9.000
DSBGA - 0.575 mm max height
DIE SIZE BALL GRID ARRAY

B E A

BALL A1
CORNER

0.575 MAX C

SEATING PLANE
0.15 BALL TYP
0.11 0.05 C

1
TYP

1
TYP SYMM
B
D: Max = 1.464 mm, Min =1.403 mm
0.5
TYP E: Max = 1.438 mm, Min =1.377 mm
A

0.18 1 2 3
8X
0.16
0.015 C A B
0.5
TYP
SYMM

4215100/B 07/2016

NOTES:

1. All linear dimensions are in millimeters. Any dimensions in parenthesis are for reference only. Dimensioning and tolerancing
per ASME Y14.5M.
2. This drawing is subject to change without notice.

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 EXAMPLE BOARD LAYOUT
YPB0008 DSBGA - 0.575 mm max height
DIE SIZE BALL GRID ARRAY

(0.5)
TYP
8X ( 0.16)
1 2 3

(0.5) TYP

SYMM
B

SYMM

LAND PATTERN EXAMPLE

SCALE:40X

( 0.16) 0.05 MAX METAL UNDER

METAL 0.05 MIN
SOLDER MASK

SOLDER MASK ( 0.16)

OPENING SOLDER MASK
OPENING
NON-SOLDER MASK
DEFINED SOLDER MASK
(PREFERRED) DEFINED

SOLDER MASK DETAILS

NOT TO SCALE

4215100/B 07/2016

NOTES: (continued)

3. Final dimensions may vary due to manufacturing tolerance considerations and also routing constraints.
See Texas Instruments Literature No. SNVA009 (www.ti.com/lit/snva009).

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 EXAMPLE STENCIL DESIGN
YPB0008 DSBGA - 0.575 mm max height
DIE SIZE BALL GRID ARRAY

(0.5) TYP
(R0.05) TYP
8X ( 0.3)
1 2 3

(0.5) TYP

SYMM
B

METAL
TYP

SYMM

SOLDER PASTE EXAMPLE

BASED ON 0.125mm THICK STENCIL
SCALE:50X

4215100/B 07/2016

NOTES: (continued)

4. Laser cutting apertures with trapezoidal walls and rounded corners may offer better paste release.

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