LKS1J332MESY

The Nichicon LKS1J332MESY is a snap-in terminal aluminum electrolytic capacitor from the LKS series, engineered for audio equipment and general-purpose applications. It provides 3.3 mF (3300 μF) capacitance at a 63 V rating in a compact, radial can snap-in package intended to deliver improved tonal characteristics when replacing smaller standard components.

Key attributes include a polarized design, RoHS compliance, a broad operating temperature range of −40 °C to +85 °C, and a rated endurance of 1000 hours at 85 °C—making it suitable for demanding power sections in audio and related electronic equipment.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 3.3 mF (3300 μF) nominal capacitance with a 63 V rated voltage and ±20% tolerance, suitable where high bulk capacitance is required.
• Snap‑in Radial Package — Radial, can-type snap-in mounting for secure chassis or PCB installations where a robust mechanical connection is needed.
• Audio‑focused Design — Marketed for audio equipment and described as smaller-sized with tonal quality improvement when used as a replacement for small standard products.
• Electrical Performance — Polarized construction with specified low-frequency ripple capability of 2.45 A at 120 Hz; leakage current conforms to the series formula (≤ 3√CV μA after 5 minutes at 20 °C).
• Reliability & Endurance — Rated for operation from −40 °C to +85 °C and endurance of 1000 hours at 85 °C. After endurance testing, capacitance change remains within ±20% and leakage/tan δ meet series limits.
• Regulatory Compliance — Compliant with the RoHS directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).
• Physical Dimensions — Compact footprint with overall size listed as L: 4.5 × D: 2 cm and a maximum seated height of 1.772 inches, facilitating dense assemblies where space is constrained.

Typical Applications

• Audio Equipment — Intended for use in consumer and professional audio gear where replacement with a smaller, higher-tone-quality electrolytic capacitor can improve circuit characteristics.
• Power Supply Sections — Provides bulk capacitance in power sections of electronic equipment; ripple current rating (2.45 A at 120 Hz) supports low-frequency smoothing requirements.
• General‑Purpose Electronic Circuits — Suited to general-purpose applications requiring a polarized aluminum electrolytic with 3.3 mF/63 V specifications and RoHS compliance.

Unique Advantages

• Compact high-capacitance option: Delivers 3.3 mF in a smaller-sized snap-in can, enabling space-efficient designs that still require significant capacitance.
• Audio-oriented specification: Positioned for audio equipment use and described as delivering tonal quality improvements when replacing small standard products.
• Measured ripple capability: Rated ripple current of 2.45 A at 120 Hz provides a verifiable metric for low-frequency power handling in audio and power supply applications.
• Predictable endurance: 1000 hours at 85 °C endurance rating with defined post-test limits on capacitance, tan δ and leakage current supports reliable long-term behavior.
• RoHS compliant: Meets RoHS requirements (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863) for environmental compliance in commercial electronics.
• Clear electrical limits: Leakage current specification follows the documented series formula (≤ 3√CV μA after 5 minutes at 20 °C), allowing engineers to design with known bounds.

Why Choose LKS1J332MESY?

LKS1J332MESY is specified for designers who need a compact, high-capacitance snap-in aluminum electrolytic capacitor with documented ripple, leakage, and endurance characteristics. Its combination of 3.3 mF at 63 V, snap-in radial packaging, and an operating range of −40 °C to +85 °C makes it appropriate for audio equipment and general-purpose power circuits where size and verified performance matter.

The product offers predictable post-endurance behavior and complies with RoHS directives, providing a verifiable component choice for engineering and procurement teams focused on reliable, environmentally compliant capacitors.

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