LKG1K102MESYAK

The LKG1K102MESYAK is an aluminum electrolytic, large‑can, snap‑in capacitor from Nichicon’s LKG series engineered for audio equipment. It combines a 1000 µF capacitance with an 80 V rating and audio‑focused construction intended to support high‑fidelity audio designs.

Key electrical characteristics include a measured tanδ of 0.25 (20 °C, 120 Hz), low‑frequency ripple current handling of 1.8 A at 120 Hz, and a leakage current of 840 µA. The part is supplied in a φ20 × 30L snap‑in can and packaged in trays for board‑level assembly.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 1000 µF nominal capacitance with an 80 V rated voltage suitable for higher‑voltage audio supply rails and filter stages.
• Audio‑Focused Design — From the LKG series designed for audio use, prioritizing high‑fidelity sound characteristics and tone quality in audio equipment.
• Loss Tangent (tanδ) — tanδ = 0.25 measured at 20 °C, 120 Hz, providing a documented dissipation factor for design evaluation.
• Ripple Current & Leakage — Low‑frequency ripple current rating of 1.8 A at 120 Hz and a leakage current of 840 µA, enabling predictable performance in power‑filtering roles.
• Endurance & Temperature Range — Rated for 1000 hours at 85 °C; operating temperature range −40 °C to +85 °C to support a range of operating environments.
• Package & Mounting — Snap‑in radial can (φ20 × 30L) for secure chassis or board mounting; supplied in tray packing for production handling.
• Polarized — Polar capacitor construction for DC power and filtering applications.
• Environmental Compliance — RoHS compliant per product data.

Typical Applications

• High‑Fidelity Audio Amplifiers — Used for power supply smoothing and filtering where audio quality and stable DC rails are required.
• Professional Audio Equipment — Suitable for mixers, preamps and other audio devices that prioritize tonal integrity and low noise.
• Audio Power Supply Decoupling — Effective for bulk capacitance and ripple reduction in audio system power chains.

Unique Advantages

• Audio‑Oriented Construction: Part of Nichicon’s LKG series designed for audio applications, focusing on tone quality and fidelity for HD audio equipment.
• Documented Loss and Leakage Figures: Specified tanδ (0.25 at 20 °C, 120 Hz) and leakage current (840 µA) allow engineers to model performance precisely.
• High Ripple Capability: 1.8 A ripple current rating at 120 Hz supports demanding low‑frequency filtering tasks in audio power supplies.
• Compact Snap‑In Form Factor: φ20 × 30L snap‑in can provides robust mechanical mounting and straightforward integration into existing chassis or boards.
• Thermal Endurance: Rated for 1000 hours at 85 °C, giving predictable long‑term behavior under elevated operating temperatures.
• RoHS Compliant: Meets RoHS requirements for environmental compliance in modern designs.

Why Choose LKG1K102MESYAK?

LKG1K102MESYAK brings audio‑focused capacitor construction together with measurable electrical characteristics—1000 µF at 80 V, defined tanδ, ripple and leakage specifications—making it a practical choice for designers targeting high‑fidelity audio power and filtering functions. Its snap‑in can form factor and tray packaging simplify installation and production handling.

This capacitor is suited for engineers maintaining or upgrading audio equipment where documented performance and endurance (1000 hours at 85 °C) are required. The combination of capacitance, voltage rating and ripple capability supports reliable smoothing and decoupling in audio power systems.

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