LKS1H332MESA

The LKS1H332MESA is a Nichicon LKS-series snap-in aluminum electrolytic capacitor designed for audio equipment and general-purpose applications. It delivers 3.3 mF (3300 μF) capacitance at a 50 V rating in a compact radial can snap-in package suited for board-level power filtering and audio circuits.

Key value propositions include a form factor targeted for tone-quality improvement when replacing smaller standard parts, RoHS compliance, and specifications that support reliable operation across commercial temperature ranges.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 3.3 mF (3300 μF) rated at 50 V, with ±20% tolerance at 120 Hz, 20°C.
• Package & Mounting — Radial can with snap-in terminals for secure board mounting and straightforward assembly.
• Audio-focused Performance — Specified for use in audio equipment with a design note indicating tone-quality improvement when replacing smaller standard capacitors.
• Operating Range & Reliability — Rated for operation from −40°C to +85°C with an endurance specification of 1000 hours at 85°C under rated voltage.
• Ripple Current Capability — Handles 2.15 A ripple current at 120 Hz, supporting power-smoothing duties in typical low-frequency applications.
• Environmental Compliance — Compliant with the RoHS directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).
• Polarized Electrolytic — Polarized device suitable for DC filtering and energy-storage applications where polarity is observed.
• Compact Footprint — Size approximately 25 mm × 25 mm, enabling use where board space is constrained.

Typical Applications

• Audio Equipment — Replacement/upgraded capacitor in audio circuits to help achieve improved tone quality compared with smaller standard parts.
• Power Supply Smoothing — Bulk filtering and smoothing in general-purpose power supplies on PCBs using snap-in mounting.
• General-Purpose Electronics — Energy storage and decoupling for consumer and professional electronics within the rated temperature and voltage ranges.
• Panel/Chassis-mounted Assemblies — Snap-in terminal format suitable for designs that benefit from secure mechanical retention on the board.

Unique Advantages

• Tone-quality oriented design — Specified for audio equipment with an explicit effect on tone quality when used to replace smaller standard capacitors.
• High capacitance in a compact can — 3.3 mF at 50 V in a 25 mm × 25 mm package balances energy storage with board-space efficiency.
• Robust thermal endurance — Rated for 1000 hours at 85°C, supporting reliable service under sustained elevated temperature conditions.
• Strong ripple-handling — 2.15 A ripple current at 120 Hz enables effective smoothing in low-frequency power circuits.
• RoHS compliant — Conforms to current RoHS directives for environmentally regulated designs.
• Snap-in mounting for secure assembly — Radial can snap-in terminals provide mechanical stability for board-level power components.

Why Choose LKS1H332MESA?

The LKS1H332MESA provides a targeted combination of capacitance, voltage rating, and ripple capability in a compact snap-in aluminum electrolytic format from Nichicon's LKS series. Its specification set—3.3 mF at 50 V, polarized construction, −40°C to +85°C operating range, and 1000-hour endurance at 85°C—makes it suitable for designers seeking a reliable, board-mountable capacitor for audio and general-purpose power applications.

This part is appropriate for engineers focused on improving audio tone quality or upgrading bulk filtering without significantly increasing PCB footprint, while also meeting RoHS environmental requirements.

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