LKX2D471MESZ35

The LKX2D471MESZ35 is a 470 µF, 200 V aluminum electrolytic capacitor in a snap-in radial can package from Nichicon's LKX series. It is engineered for use in audio equipment and switching power supplies where durable, high-temperature performance and acoustic quality are required.

Designed for continuous operation up to 105°C and built with selected materials to achieve superior acoustic sound, this polarized capacitor is RoHS compliant and targeted at general-purpose power filtering and audio applications.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 470 µF capacitance rated at 200 V for bulk energy storage and smoothing in medium-voltage circuits.
• Temperature Range & Endurance — Rated for operation from −40°C to +105°C; endurance specified as 2000 hours at 105°C under D.C. bias plus rated ripple current.
• Acoustic-Grade Materials — Selected materials and construction aimed at achieving superior acoustic sound for audio equipment use.
• Ripple Current Performance — Rated ripple currents: 1.48 A at 120 Hz and 2.22 A at 50 kHz, suitable for filtering and decoupling in switching supplies and audio circuits.
• Package & Mounting — Snap-in, radial can package for secure chassis or PCB-mounted power assemblies; physical size L: 3.5 × D: 2.2 cm.
• Tolerance & Polarity — Capacitance tolerance ±20% and polarized design for correct orientation in DC circuits.
• Leakage Current Specification — Leakage current defined by the datasheet: I ≤ 3√3V (µA) after 5 minutes' application of rated voltage at 20°C.
• Compliance — Conforms to RoHS directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).

Typical Applications

• Audio Equipment — Bulk smoothing and power supply decoupling where selected materials improve acoustic performance and audible quality.
• Switching Power Supplies — Input/output filtering and energy storage in medium-voltage supplies leveraging the 200 V rating and specified ripple currents.
• General Purpose Power Filtering — DC link and bulk capacitance in industrial and consumer power circuits requiring a 470 µF, 200 V polarized capacitor.

Unique Advantages

• Designed for High-Temperature Operation: Rated to 105°C with a 2000-hour endurance specification, enabling reliable performance in thermally demanding environments.
• Audio-Focused Material Selection: Construction choices targeted at superior acoustic sound make this capacitor suitable for audio-centric designs.
• Clear Performance Metrics: Published ripple current ratings at 120 Hz (1.48 A) and 50 kHz (2.22 A) allow straightforward thermal and reliability calculations.
• Snap-In Radial Package: Mechanically robust snap-in can for secure mounting in power assemblies and racks.
• RoHS Compliant: Meets modern environmental requirements for lead-free assembly and restricted substance directives.

Why Choose LKX2D471MESZ35?

The LKX2D471MESZ35 provides a combination of 200 V working voltage, substantial capacitance, and high-temperature endurance targeted at designers of audio equipment and switching power supplies. Its acoustic-oriented material selection and measured ripple current specifications make it a practical choice when audible performance and reliable power filtering are both priorities.

This part is suitable for engineers seeking a polarized, snap-in aluminum electrolytic capacitor with defined endurance and leakage characteristics, clear operating temperature limits, and RoHS compliance for long-term, stable operation in medium-voltage applications.

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