What is an Integrated Circuit ?

Definition of ICs

Integrated Circuits (ICs) are defined as electronic circuits where components are permanently embedded on a semiconductor wafer.

Types of ICs

ICs are mainly classified into analog and digital types, each serving different functions in electronic devices.

Moore’s Law

This principle explains that the number of transistors on an IC doubles approximately every two years, driving technological growth.

IC Manufacturing

ICs are produced using monolithic or hybrid technologies, each with its specific methods and applications.

Advantages

• Reliability of ICs is high

• These are available at low cost due to bulk production.

• ICs consume very tiny power.

• Higher operating speed due to absence of parasitic capacitance effect.

• Very easily replaceable from the mother circuit.

Disadvantages

• Inductors and Transformers cannot be incorporated in ICs.

• Slow heat dissipation,

• Easy to damage