LKX2E152MESC50

The LKX2E152MESC50 is a snap-in terminal aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon’s LKX series, designed for use in audio equipment and switching power supplies. It combines a high capacitance of 1.5 mF with a 250 V rating in a radial, can-style snap-in package.

Engineered for elevated operating temperatures, the part supports operation from –40 °C to 105 °C and is built using selected materials intended to achieve superior acoustic sound. The device is RoHS compliant for environmentally conscious designs.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 1.5 mF capacitance rated at 250 V for substantial energy storage in power applications.
• Tolerance & Polarization — Capacitance tolerance of ±20% and polarized construction appropriate for DC power circuits.
• High-temperature Endurance — Rated for operation from –40 °C to 105 °C with a specified lifetime of 2000 hours at 105 °C.
• Ripple Current Handling — Specified ripple current of 2.5 A at 120 Hz and 3.75 A at 50 kHz to support switching and high-frequency loads.
• Mounting & Package — Snap-in mounting, radial can (snap-in) package for secure chassis or PCB installation.
• Acoustic-Optimized Materials — Selected materials and construction targeted to achieve superior acoustic sound in audio equipment.
• RoHS Compliance — Conforms to the RoHS directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863) for hazardous-substance restrictions.
• Compact Footprint — Physical size L: 5 × D: 3.5 cm for designs where board or chassis space is constrained.

Typical Applications

• Audio Equipment — Energy storage and smoothing in audio switching power supplies, taking advantage of materials selected for improved acoustic characteristics.
• Switching Power Supplies — Bulk capacitance and ripple current handling for high-voltage power rails in SMPS designs.
• General Purpose Power — DC link, filtering, and energy-storage roles in industrial and consumer power systems that require 250 V, high-capacitance components.

Unique Advantages

• High-voltage, high-capacitance option: 1.5 mF at 250 V provides significant stored energy for smoothing and hold-up in power circuits.
• Designed for elevated temperatures: Rated operation to 105 °C and 2000 hours endurance at that temperature supports robust thermal environments.
• Strong ripple performance: Specified ripple current values of 2.5 A (120 Hz) and 3.75 A (50 kHz) help manage heating and maintain performance under AC stress.
• Snap-in radial package: Secure mounting and straightforward assembly for chassis-mounted or through-hole PCB applications.
• Audio-focused material selection: Materials chosen to enhance acoustic characteristics make this capacitor suitable for audio-centric power supply stages.
• RoHS compliant: Meets current hazardous-substance restrictions for environmentally aware product designs.

Why Choose LKX2E152MESC50?

The LKX2E152MESC50 positions itself as a high-capacitance, high-voltage snap-in capacitor for designers building audio equipment and switching power supplies that require durable, high-temperature operation. Its combination of 1.5 mF capacitance, 250 V rating, specified ripple current capability, and 105 °C endurance makes it suitable for power smoothing and energy-storage roles where acoustic performance and reliability matter.

Manufactured by Nichicon as part of the LKX series, this component is intended for engineers seeking a RoHS-compliant, audio-optimized electrolytic solution with robust thermal and ripple characteristics.

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