Description
The CD40106 is a high-performance Hex Schmitt Trigger Inverter Logic IC that integrates six independent Schmitt Trigger inverter gates in a single package. Each input features built-in hysteresis, enabling reliable signal conditioning, excellent noise immunity, and clean switching even with slow-changing or noisy input signals.
Built using CMOS technology, the CD40106 delivers low power consumption, high noise immunity, and a wide operating voltage range, making it suitable for digital logic circuits, waveform generation, pulse shaping, oscillators, debounce circuits, and timing applications. The Schmitt Trigger inputs eliminate false triggering caused by noisy or unstable signals, improving overall system reliability.
The DIP-14 through-hole package allows easy integration into breadboards, prototype PCBs, educational kits, embedded systems, industrial control circuits, and DIY electronics projects. It is widely used by hobbyists, students, engineers, and product designers for reliable digital signal processing.
Note: Product images are for reference only. The actual product may vary in appearance, manufacturer marking, or logo depending on stock availability. For complete electrical characteristics, timing diagrams, and application circuits, please refer to the datasheet available in the Attachment section.
Features
- Six independent Schmitt Trigger inverter gates
- High noise immunity with built-in hysteresis
- Wide operating supply voltage range (3V to 18V)
- Low power CMOS technology
- Excellent signal conditioning capability
- No restriction on input rise and fall times
- Fast switching performance
- High output drive capability
- DIP-14 through-hole package
- Suitable for industrial and embedded applications
Benefits
- Provides clean digital output from noisy input signals
- Prevents false triggering using Schmitt Trigger inputs
- Reduces circuit complexity by integrating six inverters
- Ideal for oscillator and waveform generation circuits
- Improves reliability in electrically noisy environments
- Consumes very low operating power
- Easy to use in breadboards and prototype designs
- Suitable for both educational and industrial electronics
Applications
- Waveform Generation
- Pulse Shaping Circuits
- Oscillator Circuits
- Clock Generator Circuits
- Signal Conditioning
- Switch Debouncing
- Digital Logic Systems
- Industrial Automation
- Embedded Systems
- Microcontroller Interface Circuits
- Timer Circuits
- Frequency Generator Projects
- Monostable Multivibrators
- Astable Multivibrators
- High-Noise Industrial Equipment
- Consumer Electronics
- Electronic Test Equipment
- Educational Electronics Projects
- DIY Electronics
- Electronic Prototyping
Package Includes
- 1 x CD40106 Hex Schmitt Trigger Inverter Logic IC (DIP-14)
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | CD40106 |
| Device Type | Hex Schmitt Trigger Inverter Logic IC |
| Logic Family | 4000 Series CMOS |
| Number of Inverters | 6 |
| Operating Supply Voltage | 3V to 18V |
| Output Current | ±10 mA (Typical) |
| Package / Case | DIP-14 |
| Mounting Type | Through Hole |
| Shipping Weight | 0.003 kg |
| Shipping Dimensions | 7 × 4 × 1 cm |









