LKG1C223MESCBK

The LKG1C223MESCBK is a snap‑in, radial aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon's LKG series designed for audio equipment. It provides a large capacitance of 22,000 µF at a rated voltage of 16 V in a compact φ35 × 35 mm can suitable for snap‑in PCB mounting.

Engineered for audio applications, this capacitor combines high capacitance, defined ripple handling and established endurance characteristics to serve as an energy reservoir and smoothing component in professional and consumer audio power systems.

Key Features

• Capacitance and Voltage — 22,000 µF nominal capacitance at a rated voltage of 16 V, with a tolerance of ±20% for bulk energy storage and power smoothing.
• Snap‑in Radial Can — Snap‑in terminal mounting simplifies board assembly and provides secure mechanical retention for power applications.
• Audio‑Focused Series — Part of the LKG family specified "for audio use" and intended for high‑grade audio equipment where capacitor behavior impacts sound quality.
• Ripple and Loss Characteristics — Rated ripple current of 3.8 A (120 Hz) and a tangent of loss angle (tan δ) of 0.35, supporting sustained AC load on power rails.
• Leakage and Polarization — Polarized aluminum electrolytic construction with an initial leakage current specification consistent with electrolytic designs (listed as 1,770 µA).
• Temperature and Lifetime — Operating range from −40 °C to +85 °C and an endurance rating of 1,000 hours at 85 °C, with capacitance and loss limits defined after test conditions.
• RoHS Compliant — Conforms to RoHS requirements for environmental compliance.

Typical Applications

• Professional Audio Amplifiers — Bulk energy storage and smoothing on amplifier power rails to support low‑frequency dynamics and stable supply under varying loads.
• Studio and Consumer Audio Equipment — Power reservoir and decoupling in mixers, preamps, and powered speakers where large capacitance and controlled ripple are required.
• Power Supply Filtering — DC link and output filtering in power supplies for audio electronics to reduce ripple and maintain stable voltage during transient demands.

Unique Advantages

• High Energy Density: 22,000 µF at 16 V provides substantial bulk capacitance for power smoothing and energy buffering in compact assemblies.
• Designed for Audio Use: LKG series engineering emphasizes audio performance, making this capacitor appropriate where sound fidelity and stable supply rails matter.
• Robust Ripple Handling: 3.8 A ripple current (120 Hz) rating allows the capacitor to handle sustained AC loading typical of audio power supplies.
• Wide Operating Range: −40 °C to +85 °C operation and a 1,000‑hour endurance at 85 °C provide predictable behavior across typical audio equipment thermal environments.
• Snap‑In Mounting: Radial, snap‑in can format offers secure mechanical retention and straightforward PCB implementation for through‑hole assembly.
• RoHS Compliance: Meets environmental requirements for lead‑free manufacturing and deployment.

Why Choose LKG1C223MESCBK?

The LKG1C223MESCBK combines large capacitance and audio‑oriented design in a snap‑in aluminum electrolytic package, offering engineers a practical solution for smoothing, energy storage and ripple handling in audio power systems. Its operating range, ripple rating and 1,000‑hour endurance at 85 °C make it suitable for designs that require predictable long‑term behavior under typical audio equipment conditions.

This part is appropriate for designers of professional and consumer audio electronics seeking a high‑capacitance reservoir capacitor from Nichicon's LKG family, where integration, reliable performance and RoHS conformity are important design considerations.

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