LKG2A153MKZS

The LKG2A153MKZS is an aluminum electrolytic capacitor in a lug (solder‑lug) radial can package, engineered for audio equipment use within Nichicon’s LKG series. It provides large bulk capacitance and a high voltage rating in a form factor suited to high‑grade audio applications.

Built for applications that demand substantial energy storage and filtering, this part delivers 15,000 µF at 100 V with engineered electrical and mechanical characteristics targeted at high‑fidelity audio systems and related equipment.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 15,000 µF rated capacitance at 100 V, suitable where large bulk capacitance at high voltage is required.
• Audio‑focused Design — Part of the LKG series specified “For Audio Use” and described in the series material as intended for high‑grade and HD audio equipment.
• Loss and Frequency Performance — Tangent of loss angle (tanδ) of 0.2 measured at 20°C and 120 Hz, providing a defined dissipation characteristic for audio applications.
• High Low‑Frequency Ripple Handling — Low‑frequency ripple current rated at 11.3 A (120 Hz), enabling effective smoothing under significant AC ripple conditions.
• Leakage and Tolerance — Specified leakage current of 3670 µA and capacitance tolerance of −20% to +20% (measured at 120 Hz, 20°C).
• Mechanical & Mounting — Radial can with solder lug (lag terminal) mounting; physical size φ76 × 100 mm (diameter × length) for robust, panel‑or chassis‑mounted installations.
• Thermal & Endurance — Operating temperature range −40°C to +85°C with rated endurance of 1000 hours at 85°C.
• Packaging & Compliance — Supplied in tray packing and RoHS compliant; current product status: End Of Life.

Typical Applications

• High‑fidelity audio systems — Provides large bulk capacitance for energy storage and smoothing in high‑grade audio equipment where the LKG series is specified for audio use.
• Audio power supply filtering — 15,000 µF at 100 V combined with 11.3 A ripple capability supports effective filtering and smoothing of power rails in audio amplifiers and processors.
• Amplifier rail decoupling — High capacitance and voltage rating enable stable rail decoupling in amplifier and preamplifier designs within the stated temperature range.

Unique Advantages

• Large bulk capacitance at high voltage: 15,000 µF at 100 V offers substantial energy storage for demanding audio applications.
• Audio‑oriented series pedigree: Designed within Nichicon’s LKG series, which is described specifically for high‑grade audio equipment and HD audio needs.
• Defined loss characteristic: tanδ = 0.2 (20°C, 120 Hz) provides predictable dissipation behavior for audio circuit designers.
• High ripple handling: 11.3 A low‑frequency ripple rating at 120 Hz supports smoothing under significant AC ripple conditions.
• Robust environmental window: −40°C to +85°C operating range and 1000 h endurance at 85°C offer reliable performance across typical audio equipment thermal conditions.
• Tray packing for handling: Supplied in tray packing for streamlined handling during assembly or evaluation.

Why Choose LKG2A153MKZS?

LKG2A153MKZS positions itself as a high‑capacitance, high‑voltage lug‑terminal aluminum electrolytic solution within Nichicon’s audio‑focused LKG family. Its combination of 15,000 µF capacitance, 100 V rating, defined loss tangent, and substantial ripple current capability makes it suitable for designers specifying large bulk capacitance and reliable filtering in high‑grade audio equipment.

This part is appropriate for engineers and procurement teams working on audio systems that require proven electrolytic bulk storage and filtering performance within the stated operating and endurance limits. Note the product is currently listed as End Of Life; availability should be confirmed when requesting pricing and delivery information.

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