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How Does a 555 Timer Work?

The 555 timer works by using three 5 kΩ resistors to divide the supply voltage in three. Two comparators compare these voltages to the input voltage, then sets or resets a flip-flop accordingly. Below is a diagram showing what the 555 timer looks like on the inside:

555 Timer Tutorial and Circuits

In this 555 Timer tutorial, you’ll learn how to use the 555 timer to do fun things. One of the first things many do with it is to create a blinking light. But that’s just one simple example of the many things you can do with this chip. You can also control motors, create an […]