555

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1. The number 555 (math)

• Factors: 555 = 3 × 5 × 37
• Not prime
• Digit sum: 5+5+5 = 15 (divisible by 3 and 5)
• In Roman numerals: 555 = DLV

2. The 555 timer IC (electronics)

• A versatile timer used in monostable and astable modes
• Pinout (common):
  • 1 = GND, 2 = Trigger, 3 = Output, 4 = Reset, 5 = Control, 6 = Threshold, 7 = Discharge, 8 = Vcc
• Key formulas (typical configurations):
  • Astable mode:
    • f ≈ 1.44 / ((R1 + 2R2) · C)
    • t_high ≈ 0.693 · (R1 + R2) · C
    • t_low ≈ 0.693 · R2 · C
  • Monostable mode:
    • Pulse width t ≈ 1.1 · R · C
• Practical notes: use decoupling capacitor on Vcc, consider trigger level, only need a few external resistors/capacitors.

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