LKG1C472MESYBK

The LKG1C472MESYBK is a snap-in, polarized aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon's LKG series, specified at 4.7 mF (4700 µF) and 16 V. Engineered for audio equipment, this component emphasizes low-loss performance and reliable ripple handling for high-grade audio applications.

This part is RoHS compliant and supplied in a radial snap-in can package (φ20 × 30 mm). Note: this item is listed as End of Life.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 4.7 mF (4700 µF) rated at 16 V with ±20% tolerance suitable for bulk filtering and energy storage in audio power sections.
• Audio-focused dielectric performance — Specified tangent of loss angle (tanδ) of 0.35 (measured at 120 Hz, 20 °C), supporting low-loss operation for audio signal integrity.
• Ripple handling — Rated ripple current of 1.75 A at 120 Hz for dependable smoothing of power rails in amplifier and preamplifier supplies.
• Leakage current — Leakage current specified at 820 µA, allowing predictable bias conditions after voltage application.
• Temperature & Lifetime — Operating range −40 °C to +85 °C with endurance of 1000 hours at 85 °C under rated voltage.
• Package & Mounting — Radial, can-style snap-in package (φ20 × 30 mm) for secure chassis or PCB snap-in mounting and simplified assembly.
• Series audio pedigree — From Nichicon’s LKG family, designed and marketed for high-grade audio equipment (LKG series documentation identifies the series as optimized for audio use).
• Regulatory — RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• High-fidelity audio amplifiers — Bulk filtering and supply smoothing where stable capacitance and controlled loss support tonal fidelity.
• Audio power supplies — Ripple current rating and endurance make this capacitor suitable for smoothing power rails in amplifier and preamplifier designs.
• High-grade consumer and professional audio equipment — Intended for equipment that prioritizes audio quality, consistent performance, and predictable ageing over its rated lifetime.

Unique Advantages

• Audio-optimized electrical characteristics — Specified tanδ and leakage current give designers measurable parameters to manage audio performance and bias stability.
• Robust ripple capability — 1.75 A ripple rating at 120 Hz supports effective power-supply decoupling in demanding audio circuits.
• Extended operating profile — −40 °C to +85 °C range with a 1000-hour endurance at 85 °C for reliable operation in typical audio equipment environments.
• Snap-in packaging for dependable mounting — Radial snap-in can simplifies mechanical retention and assembly in chassis-mounted and PCB-mounted designs.
• Clear specification traceability — Datasheet-backed electrical and endurance specs allow predictable selection and qualification in audio-focused designs.

Why Choose LKG1C472MESYBK?

The LKG1C472MESYBK delivers a focused combination of capacitance, ripple capability, and audio-oriented loss characteristics suited to high-grade audio power and filtering needs. Its snap-in can package and datasheet-specified endurance and temperature range make it a practical choice for designers targeting stability and predictable aging in audio equipment.

This part is appropriate for engineers and procurement teams specifying components for consumer or professional audio systems that require measurable performance parameters and documented lifetime characteristics. Note that the part is listed as End of Life; consider lifecycle and sourcing implications for long-term production.

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