LKS1H222MESZ

The LKS1H222MESZ is a snap-in terminal aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon’s LKS series, optimized for audio equipment and general-purpose electronic use. It combines a compact radial can snap-in package with a 2.2 mF (2200 μF) capacitance at a 50 V rating.

Designed as a smaller-sized option within the LKS family, this part is intended for applications where a compact, polarized electrolytic capacitor can deliver improved tone quality when replacing small standard products. The device is RoHS compliant.

Key Features

• Electrical — Capacitance & Voltage: 2.2 mF (2200 μF) nominal capacitance with a 50 V rated voltage for bulk energy storage and smoothing in polarized circuits.
• Electrical — Tolerance & Polarity: ±20% capacitance tolerance at 120 Hz, 20°C; polarized construction for DC applications.
• Ripple Performance: Rated ripple current of 1.75 A at 120 Hz, supporting AC ripple handling in power circuits.
• Package & Mounting: Radial can, snap-in mounting type for secure mechanical retention and straightforward board installation.
• Size: Compact footprint with dimensions L: 2.5 cm × D: 2.2 cm, providing a smaller-sized option within the series.
• Operating Range: Rated for operation from −40°C to +85°C to suit a broad range of environmental conditions.
• Endurance & Reliability: Specified endurance of 1000 hours at 85°C with capacitance change within ±20%, tan δ within 200% of initial value, and leakage current not exceeding the initial specification after the test.
• Regulatory: 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 yield measurable tone-quality improvements.
• General-Purpose Electronics — Suitable wherever a polarized snap-in aluminum electrolytic capacitor is required for bulk filtering or energy storage in DC circuits.
• Power Supply Smoothing — Employed in power modules and supply sections that require compact, high-capacitance components with snap-in mounting.

Unique Advantages

• Compact, High-Capacitance Solution: 2.2 mF in a small L: 2.5 × D: 2.2 cm package offers substantial capacitance where board space is limited.
• Audio-Optimized Design: Marketed specifically for audio equipment with an emphasis on tone-quality improvement when replacing small standard capacitors.
• Snap-In Mounting: Radial snap-in terminals provide secure mechanical retention for reliable assembly in chassis- or PCB-mounted applications.
• Rated Ripple Handling: 1.75 A ripple current at 120 Hz supports effective AC ripple dissipation in power sections.
• Endurance at Elevated Temperature: 1000 hours endurance at 85°C with defined limits on capacitance change, dissipation factor, and leakage current for predictable lifetime behavior.
• RoHS Compliant: Conforms to applicable RoHS directives, supporting regulatory and environmental requirements.

Why Choose LKS1H222MESZ?

The LKS1H222MESZ delivers a compact, snap-in aluminum electrolytic solution tailored for audio equipment and general-purpose electronic designs that need 2.2 mF at 50 V. Its combination of small package size, specified ripple current, and defined endurance at 85°C makes it a practical choice for designers seeking predictable electrical and thermal performance from a polarized electrolytic capacitor.

From Nichicon’s LKS series, this part is positioned for engineers who require a smaller-sized capacitor with documented behavior under load and temperature stress, along with RoHS compliance for regulatory alignment.

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