LKG1H272MESABK

The LKG1H272MESABK is an aluminum electrolytic, snap‑in terminal capacitor from Nichicon's LKG series, specified at 2.7 mF (2700 µF) and 50 V. It is designed for audio applications where high capacitance, stable ripple handling and audio‑grade performance are required.

This snap‑in radial can delivers a combination of bulk energy storage and audio‑focused electrical characteristics (tan δ = 0.3) with a rated operating temperature range of −40 °C to 85 °C and an endurance rating of 1000 hours at 85 °C.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 2700 µF nominal capacitance at a 50 V rating, suitable for high‑capacitance filtering and energy storage in audio power circuits.
• Audio‑grade LKG Series — Part of the LKG family designed for audio equipment; the series emphasizes audio fidelity in its component design.
• Low loss characteristic — Specified tangent of loss angle (tan δ) of 0.3 (measured conditions per series datasheet), supporting stable AC performance in audio circuits.
• Ripple handling — Rated ripple current of 2.5 A at 120 Hz for effective smoothing of power rails in amplifier and audio power supply stages.
• Leakage current — Specified leakage current of 1100 µA, enabling predictable DC behavior after voltage application.
• Robust thermal and lifetime specs — Operating range −40 °C to 85 °C with endurance of 1000 hours at 85 °C, providing defined aging and reliability characteristics for design planning.
• Package & mounting — Snap‑in radial can (φ25 × 35 mm length, approximate dimensions L: 3.5 × D: 2.5 cm) for secure board mounting and mechanical stability.
• RoHS compliant — Meets the RoHS directive as noted in the LKG series documentation.

Typical Applications

• Professional audio amplifiers — Bulk filtering and power smoothing on amplifier power rails to support consistent audio output under dynamic load.
• High‑fidelity consumer audio equipment — Energy storage and decoupling in designs prioritizing stable low‑frequency performance and signal integrity.
• Audio power supplies — Reservoir and smoothing capacitor for 50 V rail designs where high capacitance and defined ripple handling are required.

Unique Advantages

• High bulk capacitance at 50 V — Enables effective energy storage for higher‑voltage audio power rails without parallel large arrays of smaller capacitors.
• Designed for audio performance — LKG series emphasis on audio quality provides component choices aligned with fidelity‑focused designs.
• Snap‑in radial mounting — Provides secure mechanical fixation and straightforward assembly for power supply and amplifier PCBs.
• Defined ripple and loss specifications — 2.5 A ripple (120 Hz) and tan δ = 0.3 offer predictable AC behavior for circuit designers tuning power networks.
• Clear lifetime and temperature ratings — 1000 hours at 85 °C and −40 °C to 85 °C operating range support thermal planning and lifetime forecasting.
• Regulatory compliance — RoHS compliance supports material and environmental considerations in product design.

Why Choose LKG1H272MESABK?

LKG1H272MESABK is positioned for designers who need a high‑capacitance, audio‑focused electrolytic capacitor with snap‑in mounting for reliable mechanical attachment. Its combination of 2700 µF at 50 V, specified ripple current and audio‑series heritage makes it suitable for power filtering and energy reservoir roles in amplifier and audio power supply circuits.

With defined loss, leakage and endurance characteristics, this part enables predictable electrical aging and thermal planning—useful for engineers balancing performance, board layout and long‑term behavior in audio equipment designs.

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