Still clearing out the workshop spare parts drawers, another classic Signetics chip
SIGNETICS - Integrated Circuit
Part number: NE590N
Function: Addressable Peripheral Latched Drivers
Eight Darlington power outputs, each capable of 250mA load current
16 pin DIL package
Supply usually 5V
Typical applications ...
• Relay driver
• Indicator lamp driver
• Triac trigger
• LED display digit driver
• Stepper motor driver


Full datasheets (truth tables etc) are readily available online
COSMETIC CONDITION:
NEW
Old stock (stored in ESD foam to protect the legs) but the legs remain completely serviceable, only very slight dullness to the metal
CLEAN
Poor ol' chip has been sitting in the drawers for so long but it still remembers how to do it's job!