LKG1K122MESACK

The LKG1K122MESACK is an aluminum electrolytic capacitor with a snap‑in terminal tailored for audio equipment applications. It delivers 1.2 mF (1200 µF) capacitance at an 80 V rating in a compact snap‑in can (φ25 × 45L) and is supplied in tray packing.

Designed for high‑fidelity audio circuits, this Nichicon LKG‑series part combines high ripple handling, defined endurance, and RoHS compliance to support reliable power filtering and decoupling in professional audio systems.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 1.2 mF (1200 µF) rated at 80 V to provide energy storage and filtering for high‑voltage audio power rails.
• Snap‑In Mounting — Radial, can‑type snap‑in terminal for secure panel or chassis mounting and straightforward assembly in audio power supplies.
• Ripple Current Capability — Rated ripple current of 2.85 A at 120 Hz, supporting continuous AC ripple in power supply smoothing applications.
• Leakage Current — Specified leakage current of 920 µA, consistent with electrolytic performance expectations for bias and standby conditions.
• Temperature & Endurance — Operates from −40 °C to +85 °C with an endurance rating of 1000 hours at 85 °C, enabling stable long‑term performance under specified thermal stress.
• Physical Size & Packaging — Compact φ25 × 45L can (approx. D: 2.5 cm, L: 4.5 cm) supplied in tray packing for handling and production efficiency.
• Polarized Design — Polar capacitor type suitable for DC power filtering and reservoir applications in audio circuits.
• Regulatory — RoHS compliant as part of the LKG series.

Typical Applications

• High‑Fidelity Audio Amplifiers — Bulk filtering and reservoir capacitance for power stages, helping maintain steady DC rails under dynamic audio loads.
• Audio Power Supplies — Smoothing and ripple reduction on high‑voltage supply rails where 80 V rating and elevated ripple current capacity are required.
• Professional Audio Equipment — Use in mixers, preamps, and other studio gear where stable long‑term electrical performance and RoHS compliance are needed.

Unique Advantages

• High Voltage Headroom — 80 V rating provides margin for audio power designs with elevated supply voltages.
• Strong Ripple Handling — 2.85 A ripple current at 120 Hz supports effective smoothing in demanding power supplies.
• Defined Endurance — 1000 hours at 85 °C endurance specification gives a clear performance expectation for thermal stress life.
• Compact Snap‑In Form Factor — φ25 × 45L can with snap‑in terminals enables secure mechanical mounting and a small PCB or chassis footprint.
• Audio‑Focused Series Design — Part of Nichicon’s LKG series developed for audio equipment, aligning component choice with application needs.
• RoHS Compliance — Meets RoHS requirements for environmental compliance in product assembly.

Why Choose LKG1K122MESACK?

The LKG1K122MESACK positions itself as a practical, specification‑driven choice for audio power and filtering applications where an 80 V, 1200 µF polarized capacitor is required. Its combination of ripple current capability, defined endurance at elevated temperature, and compact snap‑in packaging makes it suited to designers of high‑fidelity and professional audio equipment seeking predictable electrical and mechanical performance.

Manufactured by Nichicon as part of the LKG series, this capacitor offers clear, verifiable specifications—capacitance, voltage rating, ripple current, leakage current, temperature range, and endurance—that support reliable design decisions and long‑term deployment in audio systems.

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