LKG2A182MESCAK

The LKG2A182MESCAK is an aluminum electrolytic, snap-in terminal capacitor from Nichicon’s LKG series designed for audio equipment. It combines high capacitance with a 100 V rating in a radial snap-in can intended for secure mounting in power supply and audio circuit assemblies.

Built for high‑grade audio applications, this TYPE‑I (Gold Tune) grade part emphasizes fidelity-focused performance while offering defined endurance and ripple-handling characteristics suitable for demanding audio power circuits.

Key Features

• Core Electricals 1.8 mF capacitance with a 100 V rated voltage and ±20% tolerance provides bulk energy storage and smoothing for audio power stages.
• Audio‑Focused Grade TYPE‑I (Gold Tune) grade from the LKG series, explicitly designed for high‑grade audio equipment to prioritize high‑fidelity sound quality.
• Mounting & Package Snap‑in radial can package (φ35 × 25L) for robust chassis/PCB retention; supplied in tray packing for assembly handling.
• Performance & Reliability Rated lifetime of 1000 hours at 85°C with specified endurance limits; operating temperature range from −40°C to +85°C.
• Ripple & Loss Characteristics Ripple current 2.75 A at 120 Hz and tangent of loss angle (tan δ) of 0.25 support steady power filtering duties in audio supplies.
• Leakage & Polarization Polarized design with specified leakage current (1270 µA) after voltage application conditions, enabling predictable bias behavior.
• Compliance RoHS compliant per series documentation.

Typical Applications

• High‑fidelity power supplies — Bulk filtering and smoothing in amplifier power rails where high capacitance and 100 V rating are required.
• Audio amplifiers — Supply decoupling and energy buffering for power stages in professional and consumer audio equipment.
• Preamp and signal chain power — Stable reservoir capacitance for circuits that impact tonal balance and low‑frequency response.

Unique Advantages

• High voltage energy storage: 100 V rating enables use in higher‑voltage audio power supplies and converter stages.
• Large capacitance in compact can: 1.8 mF (1800 µF) provides substantial bulk capacitance for smoothing and transient reserve without excessive board footprint.
• Audio‑grade tuning: TYPE‑I (Gold Tune) designation targets sound quality considerations for high‑grade audio designs.
• Reliable ripple handling: 2.75 A ripple current (120 Hz) supports continuous filtering duties in typical audio power environments.
• Wide operating range and defined lifetime: −40°C to +85°C operation and 1000 hours at 85°C endurance support predictable long‑term behavior under rated conditions.
• RoHS compliant: Meets environmental directive requirements noted in the product series documentation.

Why Choose LKG2A182MESCAK?

LKG2A182MESCAK positions itself as a purpose‑built aluminum electrolytic option for designers of high‑grade audio power systems who need substantial capacitance at elevated voltages. Its TYPE‑I (Gold Tune) designation and measured ripple, leakage, and endurance characteristics make it suitable for applications where sound quality and stable power delivery are priorities.

This part is appropriate for engineers seeking a robust snap‑in radial capacitor that delivers predictable electrical behavior across a wide temperature range and defined lifetime, backed by Nichicon’s LKG series specifications.

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