LKS1K272MESA

The LKS1K272MESA is a snap‑in terminal aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon’s LKS series, engineered for audio equipment where compact, high‑capacitance filtering is required. It combines a 2700 µF nominal capacitance with an 80 V rating in a radial, can‑style snap‑in package optimized for rack and chassis power modules and audio power supplies.

Designed for general‑purpose and audio applications, the part offers measurable ripple handling and defined endurance characteristics suitable for designs that require predictable behavior over extended elevated‑temperature operation.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage: 2.7 mF (2700 µF) nominal capacitance rated at 80 V for energy storage and smoothing in higher‑voltage audio and power circuits.
• Snap‑In Radial Can Package: Snap‑in mounting for secure chassis or PCB installation in a φ25 × 35 mm can (L: 3.5 × D: 2.5 cm), simplifying mechanical retention and assembly.
• Ripple Current: Rated ripple current of 2.7 A at 120 Hz, helping manage heating and voltage ripple in low‑frequency power filtering applications.
• Leakage Current: Specified leakage current of 1390 µA, defined for predictable standby and bias performance.
• Temperature Range & Endurance: Operating range −40 °C to +85 °C with endurance specified as 1000 hours at 85 °C for design lifetime planning.
• Capacitance Tolerance: ±20% at 120 Hz, 20 °C for selection and tolerance budgeting in filter and decoupling networks.
• Compliance & Packaging: RoHS‑compliant construction; supplied in tray packing for handling and assembly. Product status: End of Life.

Typical Applications

• Audio Power Supplies: Bulk filtering and smoothing in amplifier and preamplifier power rails where compact, high‑capacitance solutions are required.
• Rack and Chassis Power Modules: Energy storage and ripple suppression in higher‑voltage modules using snap‑in mounting for reliable mechanical retention.
• General Purpose Power Filtering: Decoupling and reservoir capacitance in general electronics that operate within −40 °C to +85 °C and require defined endurance.

Unique Advantages

• High‑voltage energy storage: 80 V rating combined with 2700 µF capacitance enables effective bulk filtering in higher‑voltage power stages.
• Compact snap‑in form factor: φ25 × 35 mm can and snap‑in mounting conserve board space while providing secure mechanical retention for chassis or PCB installations.
• Defined ripple capability: 2.7 A ripple current at 120 Hz supports predictable thermal behavior under low‑frequency ripple loads.
• Predictable endurance: 1000‑hour specification at 85 °C provides a known reference for lifespan planning under elevated temperatures.
• RoHS compliant: Meets RoHS directives for use in regulated markets and assemblies.

Why Choose LKS1K272MESA?

The LKS1K272MESA positions itself as a compact, high‑capacitance snap‑in capacitor tailored for audio and general‑purpose power filtering where an 80 V rating and substantial capacitance are required. Its defined ripple current, leakage, tolerance and 1000‑hour endurance at 85 °C make it suitable for designs that need verifiable performance parameters under expected operating conditions.

This part is appropriate for engineers specifying radial, can‑style snap‑in capacitors for power supplies, audio amplifiers, and chassis‑mounted modules who prioritize predictable electrical and thermal behavior and RoHS compliance.

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