LKS1J682MESC

The LKS1J682MESC is an aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon’s LKS series, designed as a snap-in terminal type for audio equipment and general-purpose circuits. It pairs a high-value capacitance with snap-in mounting in a compact radial can package to support designs that require robust bulk capacitance and straightforward PCB assembly.

Key attributes include 6.8 mF rated capacitance at 63 V, polarized construction, RoHS compliance, and an operating temperature range of -40 °C to +85 °C. The part is optimized for scenarios where a smaller-sized replacement can improve perceived tone quality in audio systems while offering standard endurance and ripple handling.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 6.8 mF rated capacitance at 63 V with ±20% tolerance for stable bulk energy storage in power rails and filtering applications.
• Audio-focused Series — LKS series, snap-in terminal type specified for audio equipment; designed to be used as a smaller-sized replacement to help improve tone quality compared to small standard products.
• Package & Mounting — Radial, can-style snap-in package for reliable PCB retention and simplified assembly in power and audio supply sections.
• Electrical Endurance — Specified lifetime of 1000 hours at 85 °C with the rated voltage applied, meeting defined endurance and shelf-life test conditions from the series specification.
• Ripple Handling — Rated ripple current of 3.65 A at 120 Hz, suitable for smoothing and decoupling duties in moderate ripple environments.
• Environmental Compliance — Compliant with the RoHS directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).
• Temperature Range — Operates across -40 °C to +85 °C, supporting a broad range of ambient conditions.

Typical Applications

• Audio Equipment — Bulk filtering and supply decoupling in amplifiers and audio power supplies where smaller-sized, higher-capacitance replacements can influence tone quality.
• General-Purpose Power Supply — Energy storage and smoothing in consumer and professional electronics requiring polarized aluminum electrolytic capacitors with snap-in mounting.
• Electronic Assemblies — PCB-mounted radial can snap-in solution for systems that need robust bulk capacitance and easy insertion/retention during assembly.

Unique Advantages

• High bulk capacitance at moderate voltage: 6.8 mF at 63 V provides substantial energy storage for power smoothing without upsizing the PCB footprint dramatically.
• Audio-oriented design intent: LKS series positioning and product description indicate suitability as a smaller-sized replacement to help improve tone quality in audio applications.
• Snap-in radial package: Enables reliable mechanical retention on the PCB and straightforward assembly for through-hole production flows.
• Defined endurance rating: 1000 hours at 85 °C under rated voltage gives a clear reliability expectation for thermal-stress environments.
• Solid ripple capability: 3.65 A ripple current (120 Hz) supports typical smoothing requirements in audio and power-supply circuits.
• RoHS compliant: Conforms to RoHS directive requirements for restricted substances.

Why Choose LKS1J682MESC?

Nichicon’s LKS1J682MESC delivers a compact, snap-in aluminum electrolytic solution tailored for audio and general-purpose power applications where larger capacitance and straightforward PCB mounting are required. With a 6.8 mF capacitance at 63 V, defined endurance at elevated temperature, and rated ripple handling, it provides predictable performance for designers balancing tone, energy storage, and assembly practicality.

This part is well suited to engineers and procurement teams specifying replacement or upgrade capacitors in audio gear and electronic assemblies that need a reliable, RoHS-compliant snap-in electrolytic capacitor from a recognized manufacturer.

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