LKG1H122MESZBK

The LKG1H122MESZBK is an aluminum electrolytic, snap‑in terminal capacitor from Nichicon’s LKG series engineered for audio applications. It provides 1.2 mF (1200 µF) capacitance at a 50 V rating in a compact radial can (φ22 × 25 mm) intended for high‑grade audio equipment.

Key performance characteristics include a rated ripple current of 1.65 A (120 Hz), a specified leakage current of 730 µA, a tangent of loss angle (tan δ) of 0.3, and a 1000‑hour endurance at 85 °C—offering designers measurable filtering and energy‑storage performance in audio power circuits.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Tolerance — 1.2 mF (1200 µF) with ±20% tolerance suitable for bulk energy storage and smoothing in power supplies and audio circuits.
• Voltage Rating — 50 V rated voltage to support higher rail voltages commonly encountered in professional and consumer audio equipment.
• Power Performance — Ripple current specified at 1.65 A (120 Hz) and leakage current listed at 730 µA, providing defined limits for thermal and leakage budgeting in power designs.
• Electrical Loss — Tangent of loss angle (tan δ) of 0.3 (measured conditions per datasheet apply), enabling predictable dissipation characteristics for audio circuits.
• Thermal & Endurance — Operating temperature range −40 °C to +85 °C with endurance specified as 1000 hours at 85 °C, meeting common design life expectations for audio components.
• Package & Mounting — Snap‑in radial can (φ22 × 25 mm) for secure board mounting; supplied in tray packing for handling and assembly.
• Audio‑oriented Design — Part of Nichicon’s LKG series designed for audio use and high‑grade audio equipment, emphasizing tonal quality and sound fidelity.
• Environment — RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• High‑fidelity audio power supplies — Bulk filtering and smoothing for amplifier rails where stable capacitance and ripple handling are required.
• Power supply decoupling for audio amplifiers — Local energy reservoir to support dynamic output stages and transient response.
• Professional audio equipment — Designed for use in audio consoles, preamps, and other equipment where audio‑focused capacitor characteristics are prioritized.

Unique Advantages

• High capacitance in a compact can — 1200 µF in a φ22 × 25 mm package enables significant energy storage without a large board footprint.
• Defined ripple and leakage specs — 1.65 A ripple current (120 Hz) and 730 µA leakage provide predictable electrical margins for thermal and power‑budget calculations.
• Audio‑focused series design — LKG series components are specified for audio use and high‑grade audio equipment, supporting designs that prioritize tonal quality.
• Temperature and endurance rating — −40 °C to +85 °C operating range with 1000 hours endurance at 85 °C supplies measurable reliability data for life‑cycle planning.
• RoHS compliant — Meets RoHS requirements for environmental compliance in modern assemblies.
• Robust mounting — Snap‑in radial can construction simplifies mechanical retention for power‑handling applications.

Why Choose LKG1H122MESZBK?

The LKG1H122MESZBK positions itself as a purpose‑built aluminum electrolytic solution for audio designers needing substantial capacitance at a 50 V rating with defined ripple, leakage, and endurance characteristics. Its snap‑in radial package and tray packing support straightforward assembly into amplifier and power supply modules.

This part is suited for engineers and procurement teams building high‑grade audio equipment who require measurable, spec‑driven capacitor behavior from a recognized manufacturer (Nichicon) and who value explicit electrical and thermal data for design and validation.

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