LKG1C682MESBCK

The LKG1C682MESBCK is a snap-in aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon's LKG series, designed specifically for high-grade audio equipment where fidelity and stable supply filtering are priorities. This polarized, radial can-style capacitor provides 6800 µF capacitance at a 16 V rating in a compact φ30 × 40 mm package with snap-in mounting for secure board installation.

Key electrical characteristics include a low-frequency ripple current rating of 3.2 A (120 Hz), a measured tanδ of 0.25 (20°C, 120 Hz), and rated endurance of 1000 hours at 85°C, making it suitable for audio power supply smoothing and other demanding audio-related power applications. The part is RoHS compliant and supplied in tray packing.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Tolerance: 6800 µF nominal capacitance with tolerance of -20% to +20%, providing bulk energy storage for audio supply rails.
• Rated Voltage: 16 V DC rated voltage for low-voltage audio and amplifier supply circuits.
• Low-Frequency Ripple Handling: 3.2 A ripple current rating at 120 Hz, suitable for smoothing and decoupling in power stages.
• Loss Characteristics (tan δ): tanδ = 0.25 measured at 20°C and 120 Hz, offering predictable AC loss behavior for audio-grade designs.
• Leakage Current: Specified leakage current of 980 µA, defined after rated voltage application conditions.
• Endurance and Reliability: 1000 hours endurance at 85°C with specified limits on capacitance change, tanδ increase, and leakage current retention after recovery to 20°C.
• Temperature Range: Operates from -40°C to +85°C, covering typical commercial and consumer audio operating environments.
• Mechanical & Mounting: Snap-in, radial can package (φ30 × 40 mm) for secure panel/board attachment and straightforward assembly.
• Audio-Focused Series: Part of Nichicon’s LKG series, engineered for audio use and designed with high-fidelity considerations.
• Environmental Compliance: RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Audio Power Supply Filtering: Bulk smoothing and decoupling in power supplies for high-grade audio amplifiers and receivers to support steady rail voltage under dynamic load.
• Amplifier Supply Reservoir: Energy reservoir for power amplifier stages where high capacitance and good ripple handling improve transient response.
• High-Fidelity Audio Equipment: Use in audio preamps, DAC power rails, and other high-fidelity electronics where component selection influences perceived sound quality.

Unique Advantages

• High Bulk Capacitance in Compact Form: 6800 µF in a φ30 × 40 mm can provides significant energy storage without large board footprint.
• Strong Ripple Performance: 3.2 A ripple current rating at 120 Hz reduces ripple-induced heating and supports stable supply performance in audio power stages.
• Audio-Optimized Design: Part of the LKG series specifically designed for audio use, aligning capacitor selection with high-fidelity requirements.
• Durability at Elevated Temperature: Rated 1000 hours at 85°C for endurance testing, supporting reliable operation under sustained load and temperature stress.
• Reliable Mounting: Snap-in radial can package enables secure mechanical retention in chassis or board-mounted assemblies.
• Regulatory Compliance: RoHS compliance supports use in regulated consumer and professional audio products.

Why Choose LKG1C682MESBCK?

The LKG1C682MESBCK combines high capacitance, robust ripple handling, and audio-focused design attributes from Nichicon’s LKG series to address supply smoothing and reservoir needs in high-grade audio equipment. Its specified electrical characteristics—6800 µF at 16 V, 3.2 A ripple current (120 Hz), tanδ measured at 0.25, and 1000-hour endurance at 85°C—provide predictable performance for designers targeting stable power delivery and audible fidelity.

This part is suited for engineers and procurement teams specifying components for audio amplifiers, receivers, and related high-fidelity systems that require compact bulk capacitance, snap-in mounting, and compliance with RoHS requirements.

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