LKG1K102MESCBK

The LKG1K102MESCBK is a snap‑in, radial aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon’s LKG series, designed for audio equipment and high‑fidelity audio applications. It provides 1000 µF capacitance at an 80 V rating in a φ35 × 20 mm can, delivering bulk energy storage and smoothing in audio power circuits.

This part is polarized, RoHS‑compliant and specified for operation from −40 °C to +85 °C with an endurance rating of 1000 hours at 85 °C. Note: this specific part is marked End of Life.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 1000 µF nominal capacitance with an 80 V rated voltage, suitable for higher‑voltage audio power rails.
• Snap‑in Radial Package — Can‑style, snap‑in terminals for secure board mounting and efficient assembly in power modules and chassis‑mounted audio equipment.
• Audio‑Focused Design — Part of the LKG series developed for audio use; series documentation highlights design attention for high‑fidelity audio equipment.
• Loss Characteristics — Specified tangent of loss angle (tan δ) of 0.25, supporting low loss in audio circuits where dissipation matters.
• Ripple & Leakage — Rated ripple current of 2.1 A (120 Hz) and leakage current listed as 840 µA, enabling reliable smoothing under typical audio power conditions.
• Temperature & Lifetime — Operating range −40 °C to +85 °C with an endurance rating of 1000 hours at 85 °C, providing defined lifetime performance for product planning.
• Physical Size & Tolerance — Compact φ35 × 20 mm can with ±20% capacitance tolerance; height seated maximum 20 mm for layout planning.
• Regulatory — RoHS‑compliant construction (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).

Typical Applications

• High‑fidelity amplifiers — Bulk supply smoothing and energy buffering in audio amplifier power stages to support transient response.
• Audio power supplies — Filtering and ripple reduction on secondary rails and DC link capacitors in audio equipment.
• Consumer and pro audio components — Power conditioning in mixers, preamps, and other devices where audio quality is prioritized.

Unique Advantages

• High voltage capability — 80 V rating enables use on higher‑voltage audio rails without series stacking.
• Significant bulk capacitance — 1000 µF provides substantial energy reserve for smoothing and dynamic current demands in audio circuits.
• Assembly‑friendly snap‑in terminals — Snap‑in mounting simplifies mechanical retention and PCB insertion for chassis or board installations.
• Audio‑centric series engineering — Part of the LKG series, which is specified for audio use and designed with tone quality considerations at the series level.
• Defined endurance and thermal spec — 1000 hours at 85 °C and −40 °C to +85 °C operating range support predictable lifetime planning.
• RoHS compliance — Meets applicable RoHS directives for restricted substances.

Why Choose LKG1K102MESCBK?

LKG1K102MESCBK positions itself as a compact, high‑voltage electrolytic solution within Nichicon’s audio‑focused LKG family. Its combination of 1000 µF capacitance, 80 V rating, snap‑in mounting, and defined endurance makes it suitable for audio designers specifying robust energy storage and smoothing in higher‑voltage audio power systems.

This capacitor is appropriate for designers of pro and consumer audio equipment who require verifiable specifications for ripple current, leakage, loss angle, and temperature endurance to support reliable performance and product planning.

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