LKG1C123MESCAK

The LKG1C123MESCAK is a snap‑in terminal aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon’s LKG series, specified at 12,000 µF and 16 V. It is engineered for high‑grade audio equipment where fidelity and stable power filtering are priorities.

With a Type‑I (Gold Tune) configuration and tray packing, this capacitor combines high capacitance, a low loss tangent, and snap‑in mounting for reliable board installation in HD audio and professional audio power supply designs.

Key Features

• High Capacitance — 12,000 µF rated capacitance provides substantial energy storage for smoothing and low‑frequency decoupling in audio power supplies.
• Rated Voltage — 16 V DC rating suitable for common audio rail voltages and low‑voltage power domains.
• Low Loss — Specified tan δ of 0.35 (measurement conditions per product data) to support high‑tone quality requirements in audio circuits.
• Snap‑in Terminal Mounting — Snap‑in radial can package for secure, repeatable board insertion and mechanical stability in assemblies.
• Robust Temperature and Lifetime Characteristics — Operating range −40 °C to +85 °C with an endurance rating of 1,000 hours at 85 °C.
• Ripple Handling — Rated low‑frequency ripple current of 2.1 A at 120 Hz for effective filtering under load.
• Dimensions and Packaging — Can size φ35 × 20 mm length (L: 20 mm, D: 35 mm) and supplied in tray packing for production handling.
• RoHS Compliant — Conforms to RoHS directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863), supporting regulatory requirements for electronics assemblies.

Typical Applications

• High‑grade Audio Equipment — Provides bulk energy storage and low‑loss filtering to support high‑fidelity power rails and reduce audible artifacts.
• HD Audio Systems — Used where consistent low‑frequency smoothing and low equivalent series losses contribute to tone quality.
• Power Supply Reservoirs — Acts as a reservoir capacitor on low‑voltage rails to stabilize supply under dynamic audio loads.

Unique Advantages

• Large Stored Energy: 12,000 µF capacitance delivers significant charge capacity for transient suppression and rail stabilization in audio power stages.
• Audio‑Oriented Loss Characteristics: The specified tan δ of 0.35 targets sound‑quality‑sensitive designs by minimizing internal dissipation that can affect audio performance.
• Secure Snap‑in Mount: Snap‑in terminal form factor enables reliable mechanical fixation and straightforward assembly into chassis or PC boards.
• Temperature and Endurance Specified: −40 °C to +85 °C operating range with 1,000 hours endurance at 85 °C provides clear expectations for lifetime under thermal stress.
• Regulatory Compliance: RoHS compliance simplifies integration into products requiring restricted‑substance conformity.
• Factory‑Ready Packaging: Tray packing supports efficient handling and insertion in manufacturing environments.

Why Choose LKG1C123MESCAK?

The LKG1C123MESCAK is positioned for engineers designing high‑fidelity audio equipment who need a high‑capacitance, low‑loss electrolytic solution with robust mechanical mounting. Its combination of large capacitance, specified tan δ, and defined ripple and endurance ratings provides predictable performance for audio power supply and reservoir applications.

This part is suited to teams that prioritize audio tone quality, assembly reliability, and regulatory compliance, offering a clear specification set for system-level power filtering and decoupling in HD audio and professional audio products.

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