AMI S9263 TouchControl Interface IC, 16-Switch Capacitive Interface, DIP-40 Vintage NOS 1977

Condition
Vintage New old stock sourced from a decommissioned laboratory in Sweden. Straight clean shiny pins, only some storage wear on the top. Top markings: 7724CU, S9263, KOREA. Date code: 7724 (1977, week 24). Stored dry in lab component storage.

Item specifics
Brand: AMI (American Microsystems, Inc.)
Part number: S9263
Device type: TouchControl interface circuit
Function: Sixteen TouchControl switches
Technology: MOS LSI
Package: DIP-40 (through-hole)
Outputs: CMOS / MOS / TTL compatible
Operation: Momentary or alternate (toggle) selectable by logic level
Supply: Single negative supply, VDD ≈ -13.5 to -18 V (VSS = 0 V)
Internal sections: Touch MOS sensors, level comparator, verifying & switch-status logic, timing logic, output buffers, internal oscillator
Operating temperature: 0°C to +70°C

What you get
1 x AMI S9263 TouchControl IC (the exact unit shown in the pictures)

Notes

Early MOS LSI human-interface device from the late-1970s flat-panel control era. TouchControl interface circuit permitting mechanical switches to be replaced by a flat-surface capacitive control panel, providing individual outputs for each switch.

Typical applications listed by AMI include appliance control panels, home entertainment systems, power tools, televisions, automotive controls, telephones, games, waterproof keyboards, industrial controllers, computer terminals, keyboards, instrumentation, microprocessor interfaces, vending machines and cash registers.

Shipping
Worldwide Registered Shipping
Dispatch: Within 1 business day from Spain
Local Pickup: Available in Estepona (29680), Spain

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