LKSA2182MESZ

The LKSA2182MESZ is an aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon's LKS series featuring a snap-in terminal, radial can package tailored for audio equipment and general-purpose designs. It combines a compact footprint with specifications aimed at improving tone quality when replacing smaller standard products and is RoHS compliant (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — Rated capacitance 1.8 mF (1,800 μF) at 42 V, suitable for bulk energy storage in through-hole designs.
• Audio-oriented Design — Specified for audio equipment; described as smaller-sized with an effect of tone quality improvement when used as a replacement for small standard products.
• Snap-in Mounting — Snap-in terminal type in a radial, can snap-in package for through-hole board mounting.
• Operating Temperature — Operates across −40°C to +85°C, supporting typical commercial and industrial ambient ranges.
• Endurance — Rated lifetime of 1,000 hours at 85°C under rated voltage conditions.
• Ripple Current — Rated ripple current 1.4 A at 120 Hz, specified for the part at its rated conditions.
• Compact Size — Physical dimensions L: 2.0 cm × D: 2.2 cm for space-constrained layouts.
• Polarized Electrolytic — Polarized construction consistent with aluminum electrolytic capacitor characteristics.
• RoHS Compliance — Compliant with RoHS directives (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).

Typical Applications

• Audio Equipment — Intended for use in audio circuits where replacing smaller standard capacitors can yield an effect on tone quality.
• General-Purpose Electronics — Suitable for general-purpose decoupling and energy storage requirements in through-hole designs.
• Through-Hole Power Modules — Snap-in package fits applications that require radial, through-hole capacitors for board-level power stages.

Unique Advantages

• Audio-focused specification: Designed and specified for audio equipment use, with a stated tone-quality improvement when used as a replacement for smaller standard parts.
• High capacitance at moderate voltage: 1.8 mF at 42 V provides substantial capacitance for power smoothing and energy storage needs within its rated voltage.
• Defined ripple capability: 1.4 A ripple current rating at 120 Hz gives a clear specification for AC stress handling in relevant circuits.
• Wide operating range and endurance: −40°C to +85°C operation and 1,000 hours endurance at 85°C support reliable operation in typical ambient conditions.
• Compact radial snap-in package: 2.0 cm × 2.2 cm can size in a snap-in configuration for PCB designs that require through-hole radial capacitors.
• Regulatory compliance: RoHS conformity ensures material compliance for restricted substances under the cited directives.

Why Choose LKSA2182MESZ?

LKSA2182MESZ positions itself as a compact, audio-oriented aluminum electrolytic capacitor that provides a clear specification set—1.8 mF at 42 V, 1.4 A ripple at 120 Hz, −40°C to +85°C operating range, and 1,000 hours endurance at 85°C—making it suitable for designers focused on audio and general-purpose through-hole applications. Manufactured by Nichicon as part of the LKS series, the part offers a balance of capacitance density, defined ripple capability, and RoHS-compliant materials for long-term use in supported environments.

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