LKG1E103MESABK

The LKG1E103MESABK is a snap‑in, radial can aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon’s LKG series, designed for audio equipment. It delivers high bulk capacitance (10,000 µF) and a 25 V rated voltage in a compact snap‑in package suited to board‑level power filtering and energy storage in audio applications.

Engineered for audio use (Type‑II / Gold Tune grade), this capacitor provides measurable low‑frequency ripple handling and stability across a wide temperature range (−40°C to +85°C), with endurance rated to 1000 hours at 85°C.

Key Features

• High Capacitance: 10,000 µF bulk capacitance for energy buffering and smoothing in power rails and audio supply circuits.
• 25 V Rated Voltage: Suitable for mid‑voltage audio power supplies and DC link applications where 25 V rating is required.
• Audio‑Focused Grade: Part of the LKG series designed for audio equipment (Type‑II / Gold Tune), emphasizing tone quality and fidelity.
• Low‑Frequency Ripple Performance: Rated low‑frequency ripple current of 3.3 A at 120 Hz, enabling effective ripple suppression in audio power supplies.
• Loss Characteristics: tan δ (DF) of 0.3 measured at 20°C and 120 Hz, providing a specified dissipation factor for design calculations.
• Leakage and Endurance: Specified leakage current of 1500 µA and endurance of 1000 hours at 85°C, with capacitance change and tan δ limits defined by the series specification.
• Robust Temperature Range: Rated operation from −40°C to +85°C for deployment in a range of environmental conditions.
• Snap‑In Mounting & Packaging: Radial, can snap‑in package (φ25 × 50 mm) in tray packing for straightforward PCB assembly and handling.
• Polarized Device: Polarized electrolytic construction—suitable for DC power applications consistent with electrolytic capacitor use.

Typical Applications

• Audio Power Supplies: Bulk energy storage and smoothing for amplifier power rails, supporting low‑frequency stability and reduced ripple in audio outputs.
• High‑Fidelity Audio Equipment: Use in desktop and rack‑mount audio systems where audio‑grade components are specified for tonal quality.
• Power Filtering and Decoupling: DC link and reservoir capacitor roles in professional audio modules and consumer audio devices.

Unique Advantages

• Substantial Energy Density: 10,000 µF capacitance provides significant charge storage to support transient demands in audio circuits.
• Designed for Audio Fidelity: LKG series’ audio focus (Type‑II / Gold Tune grade) aligns component selection with high‑fidelity equipment requirements.
• Measurable Ripple Handling: 3.3 A ripple current rating at 120 Hz gives designers a clear specification for low‑frequency filtering performance.
• Defined Loss and Leakage Specs: tan δ specified at 0.3 (20°C, 120 Hz) and leakage current of 1500 µA enable predictable circuit behavior and thermal budgeting.
• Compact Snap‑In Form Factor: φ25 × 50 mm radial snap‑in can provides a balance of size and capacitance for board‑level integration.
• Tray Packing for Handling: Tray packaging facilitates storage and assembly in production environments.

Why Choose LKG1E103MESABK?

LKG1E103MESABK positions itself as a practical choice for designers specifying audio‑grade electrolytic capacitance at 25 V. Its combination of high bulk capacitance, defined ripple current capability, and audio‑focused series characteristics makes it suitable for smoothing and energy storage tasks in audio power supplies and high‑fidelity equipment.

With specified endurance (1000 hours at 85°C), a wide operating temperature range (−40°C to +85°C), and clear electrical parameters (tan δ, leakage, tolerance), this part supports predictable performance and easier design verification for professional audio and related applications.

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