LKSH2272MESA

The LKSH2272MESA is a Nichicon LKS series aluminum electrolytic capacitor featuring a snap-in terminal design and a smaller-sized profile intended for audio equipment and general-purpose use. It delivers 2.7 mF capacitance at a 71 V rating in a polarized, radial can package designed to improve tone quality when replacing smaller standard parts.

Key electrical and mechanical attributes include a -40°C to 85°C operating range, 1000 hours endurance at 85°C, RoHS compliance, and a snap-in mounting style for secure board installation.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage 2.7 mF rated capacitance with a 71 V voltage rating and ±20% tolerance, suitable for bulk energy storage and decoupling in polarized circuits.
• Snap-in Radial Can Package Snap-in terminal type in a radial, can-style package for reliable board retention and straightforward assembly into PCB hole patterns.
• Audio-focused Design Marketed for audio equipment with a smaller-sized construction and documented tone-quality improvement when replacing small standard parts.
• Temperature & Lifetime Wide operating temperature range from -40°C to +85°C and an endurance rating of 1000 hours at 85°C.
• Ripple Handling Rated ripple current of 2.5 A at 120 Hz, specified for low-frequency ripple conditions.
• Compliance Compliant with RoHS directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).

Typical Applications

• Audio Equipment — Replacement or upgrade in audio power supply stages where improved tone quality is desired by moving from smaller standard capacitors to a dedicated audio-oriented part.
• General-purpose Power Circuits — Bulk filtering and energy storage in polarized circuits requiring 2.7 mF at 71 V in a snap-in package.
• Board-mounted Filter Stages — Snap-in mounting provides secure PCB retention for power-supply and smoothing applications in compact layouts.

Unique Advantages

• Audio-oriented performance: Specified for audio equipment with a documented tone-quality improvement when replacing smaller standard products, allowing designers to target audible performance gains.
• Compact snap-in form: Smaller-sized radial can with snap-in terminals supports secure PCB mounting while conserving board space (approximate size L: 3 × D: 2.5 cm).
• High voltage capability: 71 V rating provides headroom for higher-voltage audio and general-purpose power designs.
• Reliable at elevated temperature: Rated for 1000 hours at 85°C, enabling stable performance in warm operating environments.
• Specified ripple tolerance: 2.5 A ripple current rating at 120 Hz for handling low-frequency power supply ripple.
• RoHS compliant: Meets RoHS (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863) requirements for restricted substances.

Why Choose LKSH2272MESA?

The LKSH2272MESA positions itself as a compact, snap-in aluminum electrolytic solution from Nichicon’s LKS series for designers seeking a polarized capacitor tailored to audio and general-purpose power applications. Its combination of 2.7 mF capacitance, 71 V rating, and specified ripple and endurance figures makes it suitable for applications where improved audible performance and reliable operation at elevated temperatures are important.

Choose this part when you need a RoHS-compliant, board-secure capacitor that balances compact mechanical packaging with the electrical characteristics required for audio-focused and general-purpose power designs supported by Nichicon’s LKS series specifications.

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