LKSN2153MESC

The LKSN2153MESC is a snap-in terminal aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon’s LKS series, designed for audio equipment and other general-purpose electronic applications. It delivers high capacitance in a compact, radial can snap-in package, offering a combination of size efficiency and performance suited to power supply and filter roles.

Key value propositions include a 56 V rated voltage, 15 mF capacitance, RoHS compliance, and design characteristics focused on audio-quality performance and reliable long-term operation across a -40 to +85 °C category temperature range.

Key Features

• High Capacitance — 15 mF nominal capacitance suitable for bulk energy storage and smoothing in power assemblies.
• Rated Voltage — 56 V rated voltage for mid-voltage rail applications.
• Snap-in Radial Package — Snap-in terminal, radial can package for secure PCB mounting and easy assembly in power modules and audio equipment.
• Operating Temperature — Specified for −40 °C to +85 °C operation, supporting a wide ambient range.
• Endurance and Shelf Life — Meets endurance criteria after 1000 hours at 85 °C with voltage applied; shelf-life recovery after 1000 hours at 85 °C as defined in the datasheet.
• Low-Frequency Ripple Handling — Rated ripple current of 4.75 A at 120 Hz for reliable ripple performance in power circuits.
• Leakage and Dissipation — Leakage current limited by the specification 3√CV (μA) after 5 minutes at rated voltage and 20 °C; tangent of loss angle (tan δ) specified at 0.30.
• RoHS Compliant and Marking — Compliant to RoHS (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863) and printed with silver lettering on a black sleeve for clear polarity/identification.

Typical Applications

• Audio Equipment — Designed for use in audio systems where compact, high-capacitance smoothing and energy storage can support improved tone quality and stable power rails.
• General-Purpose Electronics — Suitable for general-purpose power supply smoothing and bulk decoupling in industrial or consumer electronic assemblies.
• Power Modules and PCB Power Assemblies — Snap-in radial packaging enables robust mounting in power modules and assemblies requiring reliable ripple performance at 120 Hz.

Unique Advantages

• Compact high-capacitance solution: 15 mF in a smaller-sized snap-in can enables higher energy density where board space is constrained.
• Balanced ripple handling and thermal endurance: 4.75 A ripple at 120 Hz combined with 1000-hour endurance at 85 °C supports sustained operation under load.
• Engineered for audio performance: Series design notes emphasize smaller size and improved tone quality for audio equipment replacements and upgrades.
• Quantified leakage and loss characteristics: Leakage current defined by 3√CV and tan δ specified at 0.30 allow predictable behavior for power-budgeting and filtering calculations.
• Regulatory and identification clarity: RoHS compliance and silver-on-black sleeve marking simplify regulatory acceptance and field identification.

Why Choose LKSN2153MESC?

The LKSN2153MESC combines high capacitance, a mid-range rated voltage (56 V), and snap-in mounting in a smaller-sized LKS series design tailored for audio equipment and general-purpose power applications. Its specifications—including ripple current rating, defined leakage current, tan δ, and a −40 °C to +85 °C operating range—make it well suited for designs that require reliable bulk capacitance and predictable electrical behavior over time.

Choose LKSN2153MESC for applications where compact form factor, endurance (1000 h at 85 °C), and compliance with RoHS are important priorities. The part is appropriate for engineers and procurement teams targeting robust, serviceable capacitors for power smoothing and audio-focused systems.

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