LKS1E562MESY

The LKS1E562MESY from Nichicon is a snap-in terminal aluminum electrolytic capacitor designed for audio equipment and general-purpose electronic assemblies. It delivers 5.6 mF (5600 μF) capacitance at a 25 V rating in a compact radial, can-type snap-in package intended as a smaller-sized option for improved tonal characteristics when replacing standard small parts.

Engineered for practical board-level installation, the component combines a polarized electrolytic architecture with RoHS compliance and endurance characteristics suitable for routine electronic designs.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage: 5.6 mF (5600 μF) rated at 25 V for bulk energy storage and decoupling where a polarized electrolytic is required.
• Snap‑in Radial Package: Radial, can-type snap-in mounting simplifies PCB assembly for chassis and power-supply modules.
• Compact Size: Physical size approximately L: 3 × D: 2 cm (corresponding to the 20 × 30 mm dimension for this part number), enabling use where board space is constrained.
• Electrical Performance: Rated ripple current of 1.65 A (120 Hz) and capacitance tolerance of ±20% (120 Hz, 20°C) for predictable filtering performance.
• Loss Characteristics: tan δ = 0.30 (measured at 120 Hz, 20°C), providing a specified dissipation factor for design calculations.
• Leakage Current Specification: After 5 minutes at rated voltage and 20°C, leakage current ≤ 3√(C·V) μA (C in μF, V in V) as defined in the datasheet.
• Operating Range & Endurance: Operates from −40°C to +85°C with a specified lifespan of 1000 hours at 85°C under rated voltage; endurance recovery criteria include capacitance within ±20%, tan δ ≤ 200% of initial spec, and leakage current no greater than initial specified value.
• Environmental Compliance: Compliant with the RoHS directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).

Typical Applications

• Audio Equipment: Intended for use in audio circuits where replacing smaller standard capacitors can contribute to perceived tone-quality improvement.
• General-Purpose Electronics: Suitable for general-purpose power-supply smoothing and bulk storage in assemblies that accept snap-in radial capacitors.
• Chassis and Power Modules: Designed for board- or chassis-mounted applications that benefit from a snap-in can package for secure mechanical retention.

Unique Advantages

• Designed for audio performance: Specified as a smaller-sized, audio-oriented snap-in capacitor intended to improve tone quality when used as a replacement for standard small parts.
• High ripple handling: 1.65 A ripple current rating at 120 Hz supports common power-filtering requirements without overspecifying the component.
• Robust endurance rating: 1000 hours at 85°C with defined recovery limits gives clear expectations for long-term behavior under rated stress.
• Compact snap-in form factor: Radial can with snap-in terminals provides reliable mechanical retention for chassis and board installations while minimizing footprint.
• Clear electrical specifications: Defined tan δ, leakage-current formula, and ±20% capacitance tolerance enable straightforward electrical and reliability calculations.
• Regulatory compliance: RoHS compliance supports use in assemblies that require restricted-substance adherence.

Why Choose LKS1E562MESY?

The LKS1E562MESY is positioned as a compact, audio-focused aluminum electrolytic solution from Nichicon that balances capacitive bulk with a snap-in package suitable for board and chassis mounting. Its defined ripple, loss, leakage, and endurance specifications make it straightforward to integrate into designs that require predictable performance and RoHS compliance.

This part is well suited to designers of audio equipment and general-purpose electronic assemblies who need a smaller-sized snap-in capacitor with verifiable endurance and electrical characteristics. Specifying this capacitor offers clarity on long-term behavior and mechanical installation while leveraging Nichicon's LKS series design intent.

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