LKG1J821MESZCK

The LKG1J821MESZCK from Nichicon is a snap‑in aluminum electrolytic capacitor from the LKG series designed for audio use. It is a polarized, radial can snap‑in type engineered to support high‑tone quality in high‑grade and HD audio equipment.

Key electrical characteristics include 820 µF capacitance at 63 V rated voltage, a temperature range of −40 °C to +85 °C, and a specified endurance of 1000 hours at 85 °C. The part ships in tray packing and is RoHS compliant.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 820 µF nominal capacitance with a rated voltage of 63 V to support energy storage and decoupling in audio circuits.
• Tolerance & Dissipation — Capacitance tolerance ±20% (measured at 120 Hz, 20 °C) and tangent of loss angle (tan δ) of 0.22 at 20 °C, 120 Hz for predictable AC performance.
• Ripple Handling — Low‑frequency ripple current rating of 1.9 A at 120 Hz, suitable for handling ripple in audio power stages.
• Leakage Current — Specified leakage current of 680 µA, providing known standby performance characteristics.
• Endurance & Temperature Range — Rated for 1000 hours at 85 °C with operating temperature from −40 °C to +85 °C to meet thermal stability requirements.
• Package & Mounting — Radial, snap‑in can (snap‑in terminal type) in a compact footprint (3.0 × 2.2 cm), supplied in tray packing for board assembly.
• Audio‑Focused Design — Part of Nichicon’s LKG series developed specifically for audio equipment to prioritize high‑fidelity sound quality; the CK suffix indicates the TYPE‑III (Super Through) grade within the series.
• Compliance — RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• High‑fidelity audio equipment — Intended for use in systems where high tone quality is a priority, including HD audio components.
• Pro audio electronics — Suitable for audio circuitry in professional grade equipment that requires stable capacitance and controlled loss characteristics.
• Audio system modules — Applicable where a polarized snap‑in radial can capacitor is needed for compact board layouts and reliable mounting.

Unique Advantages

• Audio‑centric engineering — LKG series design targets high‑tone quality and HD audio requirements, aligning component behavior with audible performance goals.
• Known electrical behavior — Specified tan δ, leakage current, and ripple current values give engineers measurable parameters for design and simulation.
• Thermal endurance — 1000 hours at 85 °C endurance rating supports reliability in thermally stressed audio applications.
• Compact snap‑in form factor — Radial snap‑in can (3.0 × 2.2 cm) simplifies board mounting while providing robust mechanical retention.
• Regulatory conformity — RoHS compliance supports environmental and regulatory requirements in product assemblies.
• Tray packing — Supplied in tray packing for handling and assembly efficiency.

Why Choose LKG1J821MESZCK?

LKG1J821MESZCK is positioned for designers of high‑grade audio equipment who require a polarized snap‑in aluminum electrolytic capacitor with defined electrical parameters and endurance. Its 820 µF / 63 V rating, measurable tan δ, ripple current capability, and 1000‑hour endurance at 85 °C make it suitable for applications where tone quality and predictable performance matter.

This part is ideal for OEMs and engineers specifying components for audio modules and systems that need documented behavior under rated conditions, compact snap‑in mounting, and RoHS compliance.

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