LKS1V682MESY

The LKS1V682MESY from Nichicon is a snap-in, radial aluminum electrolytic capacitor in the LKS series, optimized for audio equipment and general-purpose electronic designs. It provides a 6.8 mF (6800 μF) capacitance at a 35 V rating in a compact snap-in can intended to improve tone quality when replacing smaller standard parts.

Built to the LKS series specifications, this part combines a snap-in mounting style with measured ripple capability and endurance ratings intended for reliable filtering and smoothing in audio power circuits and other general-purpose applications. It is RoHS compliant.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage: 6.8 mF (6800 μF) rated at 35 V to support bulk filtering and decoupling in power rails.
• Audio-focused Design: Series description specifies “for audio equipment” and notes measurable tone-quality improvement when upgrading from smaller standard parts.
• Snap-in, Radial Can Package: Snap-in terminal mounting simplifies through-hole board assembly while providing robust mechanical retention.
• Compact Footprint: Physical size approximately L: 4.5 × D: 2 cm for space-conscious designs requiring higher capacitance.
• Ripple Current Capability: Rated for 2.5 A at 120 Hz (low-frequency ripple), suitable for smoothing in amplifier and supply circuits.
• Operating Temperature & Endurance: Rated for operation from −40 °C to +85 °C with an endurance specification of 1000 hours at 85 °C per series data.
• Leakage Current Specified: Series leakage characteristic specified as not more than 3√(C·V) μA after 5 minutes at 20 °C (C: μF, V: volts), supporting predictable bias behavior.
• Polarized: Electrolytic, polarized device for DC power applications.
• RoHS Compliant: Conforms to RoHS directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).

Typical Applications

• Audio Equipment: Bulk smoothing and power filtering for amplifier power supplies where improved tone quality is desired when replacing smaller capacitors.
• Amplifier Power Supplies: Energy storage and ripple suppression in low-frequency power rails to stabilize supply voltage under dynamic load.
• General-Purpose Electronics: Power filtering and decoupling in consumer and industrial electronic devices that require a polarized electrolytic with snap-in mounting.

Unique Advantages

• Tone Quality Improvement: Series positioning and description highlight measurable audio performance benefits when used as an upgrade from smaller standard capacitors.
• High Ripple Handling: 2.5 A ripple rating at 120 Hz supports demanding smoothing tasks in audio and power supply stages.
• Compact, Serviceable Package: Snap-in radial can offers secure board retention and straightforward assembly for through-hole layouts.
• Engineered Endurance: Specified for 1000 hours at 85 °C, providing a defined lifetime expectation under elevated-temperature stress per series endurance tests.
• Predictable Leakage Behavior: Leakage current bounded by the 3√(C·V) μA formula (after 5 minutes at 20 °C) helps ensure reproducible bias and low-noise operation.
• RoHS Compliance: Meets applicable RoHS requirements for use in regulated markets.

Why Choose LKS1V682MESY?

The LKS1V682MESY provides a focused combination of high capacitance, snap-in convenience, and series-qualified endurance tailored for audio applications and general-purpose power filtering. Its specifications—6.8 mF at 35 V, defined ripple current at 120 Hz, and series endurance and leakage limits—make it suitable for designs that demand stable bulk capacitance and predictable electrical behavior over time.

This part is a practical choice for engineers and purchasers specifying replacements or upgrades in audio amplifier power stages and board-level power filtering where improved tone and reliable performance are priorities. As part of Nichicon’s LKS family, it follows the series’ documented performance characteristics for straightforward integration into existing designs.

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