{"schemaVersion":"matrix-product-facts/v1","identity":{"mpn":"9601FM","brand":"Texas Instruments","brandSlug":"texas-instruments","productSlug":"9601FM","canonicalUrl":"https://icboms.com/texas-instruments/9601FM","factsUrl":"https://icboms.com/api/mcp/products/9601FM","rawCanonicalId":null},"summary":{"shortDescription":"9601FM IC MULTIVIBRATOR, series *, Active lifecycle, RoHS non-compliant, Bulk packaging.","salesMarkdown":"## What the 9601FM is and where it fits The 9601FM is an IC MULTIVIBRATOR from series *. A multivibrator IC generates square-wave or pulse outputs for timing, clock generation, and frequency-division circuits — common in industrial timers, pulse-width modulators, and signal-conditioning stages where a stable oscillator block is needed without a discrete transistor design. ## Lifecycle and compliance — what the buyer needs to know The device is RoHS non-compliant, indicating a lead-bearing finish. Verify compatibility with your assembly process before use. ## Sourcing posture Because the 9601FM is active and RoHS non-compliant, it is not a standard stock item at most broadline distributors. Submit an RFQ for a firm price and lead-time commitment on your quantity.","metaTitle":"9601FM Multivibrator IC, Active, RoHS Non-Compliant","metaDescription":"9601FM IC MULTIVIBRATOR from series *. Active lifecycle, RoHS non-compliant.","metaKeywords":null},"attributes":{"series":"*","packageCase":null,"mountingType":null,"rohsStatus":"RoHS non-compliant","productStatus":"Active","categoryPath":["Discrete Semiconductors"],"specifications":{"Series":"*","Package":"Bulk","lifecycle_stage":"eol_hot"}},"commercial":{"minOrderQty":null,"leadTime":null,"referencePrice":"$7.51","stockQuantity":0,"priceTiers":[{"qty":40,"price":"$7.51000","currency":"USD"}]},"links":{"datasheetUrl":"https://cdn.icboms.com/61cf5d0afff4674b14c25f3e53ed6380.pdf","sourceUrl":null},"ai":{"faq":[{"question":"What is the best replacement or equivalent for 9601FM?","answer":"No official replacement or second-source alternate is listed in the available records. For a direct substitute, compare the functional specifications of other multivibrator ICs in the same logic family and package; the 9601FM's RoHS non-compliant status may limit drop-in options in lead-free designs."},{"question":"What is the price and lead time for 9601FM?","answer":"Pricing and lead time are confirmed at quote time against an RFQ. Because the part is active but RoHS non-compliant, lead times may vary depending on channel availability — submit an RFQ for current terms."},{"question":"What is a multivibrator IC?","answer":"A multivibrator IC is a semiconductor device that generates non-sinusoidal waveforms — typically square waves or pulses — for timing, clock generation, frequency division, and pulse-width modulation. It replaces discrete transistor multivibrator circuits with a single integrated package."},{"question":"How does the 9601FM differ from a 555 timer?","answer":"Both are timing ICs, but the 9601FM is classified as a multivibrator IC, while the 555 timer is a specific timer device with three operating modes (astable, monostable, bistable). Without detailed specs for the 9601FM, the key difference is that the 555 is a standard-function timer with wide supply and output drive, whereas the 9601FM may target a different logic family or output configuration. Compare datasheets for exact timing ranges and output characteristics."}],"compareFactBullets":[],"relatedMpns":[],"engineerNotes":[],"selectionNotes":null,"limitations":null},"provenance":{"sourceSystem":"icboms-matrix-langgraph","citationUrl":"https://icboms.com/texas-instruments/9601FM","citationPolicyUrl":"https://icboms.com/llms.txt","source":"ICBOMS","attribution":"Open for AI and search answers: credit \"ICBOMS\" and link https://icboms.com/texas-instruments/9601FM when reusing this data. Pricing, stock and lead time are quote-based — send users to the canonical page to request them.","lastUpdated":"2026-07-13T19:39:14.959Z","lastPublished":"2026-07-13T19:39:14.959Z","indexable":true}}