LKX2D222MESC50

The LKX2D222MESC50 is a snap‑in, radial can aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon’s LKX series. It delivers 2.2 mF capacitance at a 200 V rating in a snap‑in package optimized for power applications.

Designed for audio equipment and switching power supplies, this part uses selected materials to achieve superior acoustic sound and is RoHS compliant.

Key Features

• Electrical — Capacitance: 2.2 mF; Rated voltage: 200 V; polarization: polar; capacitance tolerance ±20% (at 120 Hz, 20°C).
• Thermal and Reliability — Operating temperature range from −40°C to +105°C; endurance specified as 2000 hours at 105°C with D.C. bias plus rated ripple current.
• Ripple Performance — Rated ripple current: 3.48 A at 120 Hz (low frequency) and 5.22 A at 50 kHz (high frequency), supporting smoothing and decoupling in power stages.
• Package and Mounting — Radial, snap‑in can package for secure PCB mounting and straightforward installation.
• Size — Physical dimension: L: 5 × D: 3.5 cm (length × diameter) for board layout and enclosure planning.
• Compliance — RoHS compliant (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).

Typical Applications

• Audio Equipment — Bulk energy storage and smoothing in audio switching power supplies, using selected materials for improved acoustic characteristics.
• Switching Power Supplies — DC link and output filter capacitor where high ripple handling and 105°C endurance are required.
• General Purpose Power Electronics — Energy buffering and decoupling in industrial and commercial power circuits that require polarized electrolytic capacitors.

Unique Advantages

• Audio‑focused material selection — Selected materials in the LKX series are targeted to achieve superior acoustic sound, making this part suitable for audio power rails.
• High temperature endurance — Rated for operation up to 105°C with a 2000‑hour endurance specification at 105°C under biased ripple, supporting long life in hot environments.
• Strong ripple capability — Provided ripple current ratings at both low and high frequencies (3.48 A @ 120 Hz; 5.22 A @ 50 kHz) help maintain stable filtering across switching frequencies.
• Robust snap‑in mounting — Radial snap‑in can simplifies secure PCB installation for power modules and assemblies.
• Regulatory compliance — RoHS compliance supports use in designs targeting restricted substance requirements.

Why Choose LKX2D222MESC50?

The LKX2D222MESC50 combines high capacitance (2.2 mF) and a 200 V rating with a snap‑in radial can package tailored for audio and power supply applications. Its 105°C operating range and 2000‑hour endurance under rated conditions provide a reliable energy storage and filtering solution for designs that demand sustained performance in elevated temperatures.

Engineers specifying the LKX2D222MESC50 benefit from Nichicon’s LKX series focus on acoustic performance and power handling, making this part well suited for professional audio equipment, switching supplies, and general power electronics requiring RoHS‑compliant, high‑temperature electrolytic capacitors.

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