LKG1C103MESCCK

The LKG1C103MESCCK is a snap‑in aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon’s LKG series, engineered for audio equipment. It is a TYPE‑III (Super Through) grade snap‑in capacitor specified for high‑grade audio use and optimized for power supply smoothing and low‑frequency ripple handling in audio systems.

Key electrical characteristics include 10,000 µF capacitance at 16 V, a rated temperature range of −40 °C to +85 °C, and endurance specified for 1000 hours at 85 °C. The part is supplied in tray packing and is RoHS compliant.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 10,000 µF nominal capacitance with a rated voltage of 16 V and capacitance tolerance of ±20% (measured at 120 Hz, 20 °C).
• Audio‑Focused Grade — Part of the LKG series designed for audio equipment; this part uses the TYPE‑III (CK) grade intended for high tone quality per series documentation.
• Low‑frequency ripple capability — Rated low‑frequency ripple current of 3.5 A at 120 Hz to support power smoothing in audio power supplies.
• Dissipation factor — Specified tan δ (DF) of 0.25 measured at 20 °C, 120 Hz.
• Leakage current — Specified leakage current of 1200 µA after rated voltage application (measurement condition per product data).
• Mechanical & Mounting — Snap‑in, radial can package (φ35 × 40 L) designed for secure board mounting and high current handling.
• Temperature & Endurance — Operating range −40 °C to +85 °C with endurance rated for 1000 hours at 85 °C.
• Environmental compliance — RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• High‑grade audio equipment — Power supply filtering and smoothing in audio amplifiers and high‑fidelity systems where tone quality is a priority.
• Audio power supplies — Bulk energy storage and low‑frequency ripple suppression to maintain stable supply rails for audio circuits.
• Signal and preamplifier support — Decoupling and reservoir capacitance in stages where steady DC supply improves audio performance.

Unique Advantages

• Audio‑oriented design: Classified within the LKG series for audio use and specified as TYPE‑III (CK) grade, aligning component selection with audio fidelity requirements.
• High bulk capacitance at low voltage: 10,000 µF at 16 V provides substantial energy storage in a compact snap‑in can for robust supply decoupling.
• Defined ripple handling: 3.5 A low‑frequency ripple current rating (120 Hz) supports demanding audio power stages and reduces supply modulation under load.
• Validated endurance: Rated for 1000 hours at 85 °C, enabling predictable lifetime behavior under elevated operating temperatures.
• Clear electrical loss specification: Tangent of loss angle (tan δ) specified at 0.25 (20 °C, 120 Hz) for predictable dissipation characteristics in audio circuits.
• RoHS compliance: Meets RoHS directive requirements for environmental and regulatory conformity.

Why Choose LKG1C103MESCCK?

The LKG1C103MESCCK is positioned for designs that require substantial bulk capacitance, explicit ripple handling, and audio‑focused component selection. Its TYPE‑III LKG series pedigree and measurable specifications for tan δ, leakage, and endurance make it suitable for engineers specifying capacitors for high‑grade audio power rails and supply decoupling where predictable electrical behavior matters.

Choose this part when your design demands 10,000 µF energy storage at 16 V in a snap‑in radial can, with documented endurance at elevated temperature and compliance with RoHS requirements.

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