LKS1H682MESC

The LKS1H682MESC is a snap-in terminal aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon’s LKS series designed for audio equipment and general-purpose electronic assemblies. This polarized, radial can snap-in capacitor delivers 6.8 mF capacitance at a 50 V rated voltage and is offered in a compact package tailored for replacement and noise-smoothing roles in audio and related circuits.

Engineered for practical board-level integration, the LKS1H682MESC combines a snap-in mounting style with RoHS compliance and specification-driven endurance for applications operating across a wide temperature range.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage  6.8 mF nominal capacitance rated for 50 V operation, suitable for bulk energy storage and filtering in mid-voltage circuits.
• Snap-in Mounting / Package  Radial can with snap-in terminals for secure mechanical retention and straightforward installation on PCBs or chassis.
• Polarized Design  Electrolytic, polarized construction for DC smoothing and decoupling tasks in power and audio circuits.
• Operating Temperature  Specified for -40 °C to +85 °C operation, supporting a wide range of ambient conditions.
• Endurance  Rated life of 1000 hours at 85 °C with specified performance recovery after return to 20 °C.
• Ripple Handling  Rated ripple current of 3.15 A at 120 Hz (low frequency), enabling effective AC ripple smoothing at line-frequency ripple conditions.
• Capacitance Tolerance  ±20% tolerance at 120 Hz, 20 °C, consistent with common electrolytic capacitor expectations.
• Leakage Current Specification  After 5 minutes at rated voltage and 20 °C, leakage current is limited to 3√(C·V) μA (C in μF, V in volts), per series specification.
• RoHS Compliant  Conforms to RoHS directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).
• Sleeve Marking  Printed with silver lettering on a black sleeve for clear polarity and identification.

Typical Applications

• Audio Equipment  Replacement-grade snap-in capacitor for audio amplifiers and signal chains where upgrading from smaller standard parts can affect perceived tone quality.
• General-Purpose Power Smoothing  Bulk decoupling and DC smoothing in power supply sections of consumer and professional electronic equipment.
• Electronic Assemblies Requiring Snap-in Mounting  Systems that benefit from the mechanical stability of snap-in terminals for chassis or PCB mounting in compact layouts.

Unique Advantages

• Replacement-focused design: Specified as a smaller-sized option for audio equipment, enabling tone-quality improvements when used to replace small standard capacitors.
• High ripple current capability at line frequency: 3.15 A rated ripple current at 120 Hz supports effective AC ripple handling for smoothing applications.
• Robust thermal endurance: 1000 hours rated life at 85 °C with defined limits on capacitance change, tan δ, and leakage current recovery.
• Secure snap-in mounting: Radial can snap-in package provides dependable mechanical retention for assemblies exposed to vibration or handling.
• Regulatory compliance: RoHS conformity supports use in markets requiring restricted-substance compliance.

Why Choose LKS1H682MESC?

The LKS1H682MESC is positioned for designers who need a compact, snap-in aluminum electrolytic capacitor with substantial capacitance (6.8 mF) at a 50 V rating for audio and general-purpose power circuitry. Its combination of snap-in mechanical retention, defined ripple capability at 120 Hz, and specified endurance at elevated temperature makes it suitable for replacement and retrofit scenarios as well as new designs that prioritize reliable bulk filtering.

Backed by Nichicon’s LKS series specifications and RoHS compliance, this part is appropriate for procurement in projects that value predictable performance, straightforward board mounting, and clear identification in assembly environments.

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