LKG1K152MESZAK

The LKG1K152MESZAK from Nichicon is an aluminum electrolytic, snap‑in terminal capacitor in the LKG series designed for audio applications. It delivers 1.5 mF capacitance at an 80 V rating in a radial, snap‑in can package optimized for chassis or board mounting in high‑grade audio equipment.

Key value points include an 80 V working voltage, high ripple handling capability (2.15 A at 120 Hz), and a temperature range of −40 °C to +85 °C with a rated lifetime of 1000 hours at 85 °C. The unit is RoHS compliant and supplied in tray packing.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage: 1.5 mF (1500 µF) nominal capacitance with an 80 V rated voltage suitable for higher‑voltage audio power stages.
• Audio‑Oriented Design: Part of the LKG series developed for high‑grade audio equipment; series documentation highlights priority for high‑fidelity sound quality.
• Mounting & Package: Snap‑in terminal, radial can (φ22 × 35 mm), designed for secure installation in chassis or PC board locations that accept snap‑in devices.
• Electrical Performance: Ripple current 2.15 A at 120 Hz and specified loss tangent (tan δ) of 0.25, supporting demanding ripple and filtering duties.
• Leakage & Tolerance: Leakage current specified at 1030 µA and capacitance tolerance ±20% at 120 Hz, 20 °C.
• Temperature & Lifetime: Operating range −40 °C to +85 °C with endurance rating of 1000 hours at 85 °C per the LKG series specifications.
• Compliance: RoHS‑compliant construction as stated for the LKG series.

Typical Applications

• Professional Audio Power Supplies: Bulk energy storage and smoothing in high‑grade audio power rails where 80 V rating and high ripple capability are required.
• High‑Fidelity Amplifiers: Filtering and decoupling in amplifier stages that benefit from the LKG series’ audio‑focused design.
• Audio Peripheral Systems: Power reservoir and transient support for DACs, preamps, and other audio equipment requiring stable capacitance and controlled loss.

Unique Advantages

• Audio‑focused engineering: LKG series development emphasizes high‑fidelity sound characteristics, making this part suitable for designs targeting improved audio performance.
• High voltage rating: 80 V capability enables use in higher‑voltage audio power topologies without requiring multiple series capacitors.
• Robust ripple handling: 2.15 A ripple current rating at 120 Hz supports demanding filtering tasks in power supplies and output stages.
• Wide temperature range: −40 °C to +85 °C operating range and 1000‑hour endurance at 85 °C provide predictable behavior across typical audio equipment environments.
• Snap‑in convenience: Radial snap‑in can packaging simplifies mechanical mounting and replacement in equipment assemblies.

Why Choose LKG1K152MESZAK?

LKG1K152MESZAK combines a high 80 V rating, substantial 1.5 mF capacitance and audio‑oriented LKG series characteristics to address power filtering and energy storage needs in high‑grade audio equipment. Its snap‑in package, defined leakage and loss characteristics, and ripple capability make it suitable for designers specifying reliable electrolytic performance in audio power sections.

This Nichicon LKG series part is appropriate for engineers and procurement teams building or servicing professional audio amplifiers, preamplifiers, and related systems where controlled electrical characteristics and RoHS compliance are required.

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