LKS2A332MESB

The LKS2A332MESB from Nichicon is an aluminum electrolytic, snap-in terminal capacitor designed for audio equipment and general-purpose power filtering. It delivers 3.3 mF capacitance at a 100 V rated voltage in a compact, snap-in radial can package intended for robust board mounting.

Engineered for tone-quality improvement when replacing smaller standard parts, the LKS2A332MESB combines polarized electrolytic performance with RoHS compliance and a practical operating range suited to many audio and power-design applications.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage: 3.3 mF nominal capacitance with a 100 V rated voltage, suitable for higher-voltage filtering and energy storage tasks where these values are required.
• Snap-In Radial Can Package: Snap-in terminal mounting in a radial can package provides secure mechanical retention for through-hole PCB assemblies.
• Audio-Oriented Performance: Marketed for audio equipment with a design emphasis on producing a discernible tone-quality improvement when upgrading from smaller standard capacitors.
• Operating Temperature & Lifetime: Specified for operation from −40°C to +85°C with an expected lifetime of 1000 hours at 85°C under rated voltage conditions.
• Ripple Handling & Tolerance: Rated ripple current of 3.6 A at 120 Hz and capacitance tolerance of ±20% to support AC ripple smoothing in power supply and audio circuits.
• Polarized Electrolytic: Polarized construction for typical DC filtering and decoupling uses in power and audio signal paths.
• RoHS Compliant: Meets RoHS directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863) requirements for restricted substances.

Typical Applications

• Audio Equipment: Replacement or upgrade capacitor in power supplies and output stages where improved tone quality is desired.
• Power Supply Filtering: Bulk filtering and smoothing in higher-voltage DC rails thanks to the 3.3 mF capacitance and 100 V rating.
• Amplifier Power Stages: Decoupling and reservoir capacitance in amplifier power sections to support transient demands and reduce ripple at 120 Hz.

Unique Advantages

• Designed for Tone Improvement: Specified as providing an effect to tone quality improvement when replacing smaller standard parts, making it attractive for audio upgrades.
• High Voltage Capability: 100 V rated voltage enables use in circuits requiring elevated DC voltage handling compared to lower-voltage electrolytics.
• Secure Snap-In Mounting: Snap-in terminals in a radial can ensure reliable mechanical retention on PCBs for through-hole assemblies.
• Robust Operating Range: −40°C to +85°C operating temperature and a 1000-hour endurance at 85°C provide predictable performance under thermal stress.
• Effective Ripple Performance: 3.6 A ripple current rating at 120 Hz supports effective AC ripple smoothing in power applications.
• Compliance Ready: RoHS conformity supports designs that must meet restricted-substance regulations.

Why Choose LKS2A332MESB?

The Nichicon LKS2A332MESB positions itself as a compact, audio-focused aluminum electrolytic solution for designers seeking higher-capacitance, higher-voltage bulk storage with secure snap-in mounting. Its specification set—3.3 mF at 100 V, polarized construction, 3.6 A ripple rating at 120 Hz, and −40°C to +85°C operation—matches common needs in audio power supplies and amplifier stages.

Ideal for audio equipment engineers and general-purpose power designers, this part offers measurable design benefits such as improved tonal characteristics through replacement of smaller standard capacitors, RoHS compliance for regulatory alignment, and predictable lifetime performance for reliable installations.

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