LKS1V682MESZ

The LKS1V682MESZ is a snap‑in terminal aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon’s LKS series, designed for audio equipment and general‑purpose electronic applications. It provides 6.8 mF capacitance at a 35 V rating in a compact radial can with snap‑in mounting to support secure board installation and reliable DC filtering.

Engineered for improved tonal performance when replacing smaller standard parts, this capacitor combines a compact footprint, polarized construction and RoHS compliance for use in commercial audio and electronics designs operating across a wide ambient temperature range.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 6.8 mF nominal capacitance at a 35 V rated voltage, suitable for DC bulk filtering and energy storage in audio and general‑purpose circuits.
• Snap‑In Radial Package — Snap‑in terminal, radial can package for secure mechanical mounting and straightforward assembly into chassis or PCB stacks.
• Polarized Construction — Designed for polarized DC applications where correct polarity is required for reliable operation.
• Temperature Range & Endurance — Rated for operation from −40 °C to +85 °C with endurance specified as 1000 hours at 85 °C; after this test the part meets defined limits for capacitance change, tan δ and leakage current.
• Ripple Current Capability — Specified low‑frequency ripple current of 2.5 A at 120 Hz, suitable for smoothing and power supply applications in audio equipment.
• Leakage Current Specification — Leakage current limited per datasheet formula: after 5 minutes at rated voltage and 20 °C, leakage current is not more than 3√(C·V) µA [C in µF, V in V].
• RoHS Compliance — Manufactured in compliance with the RoHS directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).
• Capacitance Tolerance — ±20% tolerance at 120 Hz, 20 °C for predictable filtering performance.

Typical Applications

• Audio Equipment — Used in consumer and professional audio systems to improve tone quality when replacing smaller standard capacitors and to provide stable DC filtering in audio signal chains.
• General‑Purpose Power Filtering — Bulk energy storage and smoothing in power supplies for electronic equipment where a polarized electrolytic is required.
• Electronic Equipment Assemblies — Snap‑in mounting and compact dimensions enable integration into rack, chassis or PCB assemblies requiring reliable mechanical retention.

Unique Advantages

• Smaller, high‑tone design: LKS series is specified as smaller and providing improved tone quality compared to the referenced LKG TYPE‑1 grade, helping upgrade audio performance without increasing size.
• Robust ripple handling: 2.5 A ripple current rating at 120 Hz supports effective smoothing in low‑frequency power applications.
• Defined endurance: 1000 hours at 85 °C with post‑test limits on capacitance, dissipation factor and leakage current gives clear reliability expectations for design validation.
• Secure snap‑in mounting: Snap‑in radial can simplifies assembly and provides mechanical stability in populated enclosures.
• RoHS compliant: Meets RoHS directive requirements for materials compliance in commercial electronic products.

Why Choose LKS1V682MESZ?

The LKS1V682MESZ is positioned for designers seeking a compact, snap‑in aluminum electrolytic solution for audio and general‑purpose DC filtering where tone quality and reliable performance matter. Its 6.8 mF/35 V rating, defined ripple current capability and endurance specification provide measurable electrical performance and lifetime expectations for product development and qualification.

This part is well suited to engineers and procurement teams building audio equipment or electronic assemblies that require a polarized bulk capacitor with snap‑in mounting, clear endurance data and RoHS compliance from an established series in the Nichicon LKS family.

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