LKG1K272MESCAK

The LKG1K272MESCAK from Nichicon is an aluminum electrolytic, snap‑in terminal capacitor from the LKG series, specified for audio equipment. It delivers 2.7 mF capacitance at an 80 V rated voltage in a compact snap‑in radial can package intended for high‑grade audio applications.

Key engineering attributes include a high capacitance/voltage combination, audio‑focused design intent from the LKG family, and specified endurance of 1000 hours at 85 °C. The part is RoHS compliant and supplied in tray packing.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 2.7 mF (2700 µF) nominal capacitance with an 80 V rated voltage and ±20% tolerance, providing substantial energy storage for high‑voltage audio circuits.
• Audio‑Focused Series — Part of Nichicon’s LKG series, designed for high‑grade audio equipment and prioritizing audio fidelity.
• Loss Characteristic (tan δ) — Specified tangent of loss angle (tan δ) value of 0.25 (measurement context per series datasheet).
• Ripple & Leakage — Rated ripple current of 3 A at 120 Hz and a measured leakage current value of 1,390 µA as listed in the product data.
• Operating Range & Endurance — Operational temperature range from −40 °C to +85 °C with a rated lifetime of 1000 hours at 85 °C.
• Package & Mounting — Snap‑in radial can (lug/snap‑in terminal) for secure chassis or PCB assembly; physical size φ35 × 25L (35 mm diameter × 25 mm length).
• Compliance & Status — RoHS compliant. Product status indicated as End of Life; verify availability before design integration.
• Polarized Device — Standard polarized aluminum electrolytic capacitor for correct polarity installation in circuits.

Typical Applications

• High‑fidelity Audio Equipment — Use within power supply filtering and energy storage stages where the LKG series' audio focus supports sound quality priorities.
• Audio Power Amplifiers — Provides bulk capacitance at up to 80 V for amplifier supply smoothing in high‑grade consumer or professional audio designs.
• Audio Signal Systems — Suitable for systems and modules where compact, high‑voltage electrolytic capacitance is required and a snap‑in mounting is preferred.

Unique Advantages

• High Voltage Capability: 80 V rating enables use in higher‑voltage audio circuits that require robust DC bus or filter capacitance.
• Substantial Energy Density: 2.7 mF capacitance delivers significant stored charge for smoothing and transient support in audio power stages.
• Engineered for Audio: LKG series design emphasis on high‑grade audio equipment aligns the part’s specification with fidelity‑focused applications.
• Snap‑in Mechanical Convenience: Radial, snap‑in can simplifies assembly and secures the capacitor in chassis or PCB installations.
• Specified Endurance: Rated for 1000 hours at 85 °C, providing a defined thermal/endurance behavior for design planning.
• RoHS Compliant: Meets RoHS requirements for environmental compliance in applicable markets.

Why Choose LKG1K272MESCAK?

The LKG1K272MESCAK is positioned for designers of high‑grade audio equipment who need a compact, high‑voltage electrolytic capacitor with defined endurance and ripple performance. Its 2.7 mF at 80 V specification, combined with the LKG series’ audio‑focused design intent, makes it appropriate where audio fidelity and substantial energy storage are primary concerns.

Choose this Nichicon LKG part when your design requires a snap‑in radial capacitor with clear thermal and electrical specifications (operating −40 °C to +85 °C, 1000 h at 85 °C) and RoHS compliance. Verify current availability and lifecycle status prior to production use due to the part’s End‑of‑Life designation.

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