LKG1C472MESZCK

The LKG1C472MESZCK from Nichicon is a snap‑in terminal aluminum electrolytic capacitor engineered for high‑grade audio equipment. It is a low‑profile, high tone quality grade capacitor with 4700 µF capacitance at a 16 V rating, designed to prioritize high‑fidelity sound characteristics for HD audio applications.

Its radial can snap‑in package and polarization make it suitable for power smoothing and audio‑specific filtering in professional and consumer audio systems while meeting RoHS environmental requirements.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage: 4700 µF (4.7 mF) rated at 16 V for bulk energy storage and smoothing in audio power circuits.
• Audio‑Focused Electrolyte: Low profile high tone quality grade specifically developed to meet high‑tone requirements for HD audio and high‑grade audio equipment.
• Package & Mounting: Snap‑in terminal, radial can package for secure panel/board mounting and robust mechanical retention.
• Temperature Range: Operates from −40 °C to +85 °C to cover common environmental conditions for audio equipment.
• Endurance: Rated for 1000 hours at 85 °C under rated voltage, with capacitance change within ±20% after endurance test per datasheet conditions.
• Ripple Handling: Ripple current specification of 2.75 A at 120 Hz for handling AC ripple in power supply applications.
• Tolerance & Polarity: Capacitance tolerance ±20% and polarized construction—observe polarity in circuit installation.
• RoHS Compliance & Marking: Compliant with RoHS (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863); printed with gold color letters on a black sleeve for clear identification.
• Compact Footprint: Physical dimensions L: 5 × D: 2.2 cm with a low profile form factor suitable for space‑constrained audio assemblies.

Typical Applications

• High‑Grade Audio Amplifiers: Bulk smoothing and decoupling in power rails to support stable voltage delivery for improved audio fidelity.
• Preamplifiers and Signal Processing: Power supply filtering where tone quality and low noise are priorities in HD audio chains.
• Professional Audio Equipment: Use in mixers, studio gear, and other professional systems that require reliable energy storage and consistent performance.
• Consumer Hi‑Fi Electronics: Integration into high‑grade consumer audio units to support the tonal characteristics targeted by designers.

Unique Advantages

• Designed for audio fidelity: Electrolyte and construction tailored for high tone quality, supporting designers focused on sound performance.
• Robust ripple capability: 2.75 A ripple current at 120 Hz enables effective handling of AC ripple in audio power supplies.
• Durability under load: 1000‑hour endurance at 85 °C under rated voltage gives predictable long‑term behavior for deployed audio systems.
• Wide operating temperature: −40 °C to +85 °C rating supports deployment across varied environmental conditions common to audio equipment.
• Space‑conscious form factor: Low profile snap‑in can and compact dimensions help conserve space in chassis and PCB layouts.
• Regulatory compliance: RoHS compliance aligns with environmental requirements for commercial and professional electronics products.

Why Choose LKG1C472MESZCK?

LKG1C472MESZCK positions itself as a purpose‑built capacitor for designers of high‑grade and HD audio equipment who require dependable bulk capacitance, controlled ripple performance, and a construction focused on tonal quality. Backed by Nichicon’s LKG series design intent for audio use, it offers a balance of capacity, endurance, and a compact snap‑in package for streamlined assembly.

This capacitor is well suited for engineers specifying smoothing and filtering components in amplifier power supplies, preamplifiers, and professional audio systems where reproducible audio characteristics and component reliability over time are important design considerations.

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