LKG1H103MKN

The LKG1H103MKN is a lug-terminal (solder-lug) aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon’s LKG series, engineered for audio equipment. It delivers high bulk capacitance (10,000 µF) at a 50 V rating in a radial can with a lug mounting for robust mechanical and electrical connections.

Designed for high‑fidelity audio applications, the part combines large energy storage, a measured tanδ of 0.3 (20°C, 120 Hz), and a 4.6 A low‑frequency ripple current rating to support stable power delivery in audio circuits. It is RoHS compliant and supplied in tray packing.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 10,000 µF nominal capacitance with a 50 V rated voltage and ±20% tolerance for bulk energy storage in audio power systems.
• Audio‑Focused Performance — Specified for audio equipment; part of the LKG series developed to prioritize high‑fidelity sound quality.
• Loss and Leakage — Tangent of loss angle (tanδ) specified as 0.3 (measured at 20°C, 120 Hz) and a measured leakage current of 2,120 µA for predictable electrical behavior.
• Ripple Current — Low-frequency ripple current rating of 4.6 A at 120 Hz to handle power-supply ripple in audio circuits.
• Mechanical & Mounting — Lug (solder lug) mounting with radial can package; size φ35 × 80 mm (diameter × length) for chassis or PCB-mounted applications requiring secure connections.
• Operating Range & Endurance — Rated for −40°C to +85°C with endurance specified as 1,000 hours at 85°C.
• Compliance & Packaging — RoHS compliant and supplied in tray packing; product status: End Of Life.

Typical Applications

• High‑Fidelity Audio Amplifiers — Bulk energy storage and ripple handling to support stable power rails and improved dynamic response in audio amplifier power supplies.
• Audio Power Supply Filtering — Large capacitance and rated ripple current for smoothing low‑frequency ripple in audio equipment power stages.
• High‑Grade Audio Equipment — Intended for use in premium audio systems where capacitor characteristics are selected to prioritize sound quality.

Unique Advantages

• High Bulk Capacitance: 10,000 µF provides substantial energy reserve for audio power circuits, aiding dynamic performance and low‑frequency stability.
• Audio‑Oriented Design: Part of the LKG series specifically developed for high‑fidelity audio equipment, aligning component selection with audio quality goals.
• Measured Loss Characteristics: tanδ = 0.3 at 20°C, 120 Hz gives a quantifiable reference for dielectric loss in audio frequency conditions.
• Robust Low‑Frequency Ripple Rating: 4.6 A at 120 Hz supports handling of power supply ripple common in audio applications.
• Wide Temperature Range and Defined Endurance: −40°C to +85°C operating range and 1,000 hours endurance at 85°C provide predictable life performance under defined conditions.
• Regulatory Compliance: RoHS compliance supports use in products requiring restricted‑substance conformance.

Why Choose LKG1H103MKN?

LKG1H103MKN is positioned for designers and engineers specifying bulk capacitance in high‑fidelity audio systems where large energy storage, defined loss characteristics, and ripple handling are required. Its lug‑terminal radial can package provides a secure mechanical termination suitable for chassis or board layouts that favor solder‑lug mounting.

The combination of 10,000 µF at 50 V, specified tanδ and ripple current, and a defined endurance profile makes this capacitor a transparent, specification‑driven choice for audio power stages and related circuitry where component-level electrical behavior must be known and repeatable.

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