LKX2E471MESY50

The LKX2E471MESY50 is a snap-in terminal aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon’s LKX series designed for audio equipment and switching power supplies. It delivers 470 µF capacitance at a 250 V rating in a radial, can-style snap-in package tailored for power-filtering and reservoir roles in electronic systems.

Built as part of a 105°C standard series with selected materials for superior acoustic sound, this capacitor combines high-temperature endurance and measured ripple handling for reliable performance in demanding power and audio applications. It is RoHS compliant.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 470 µF nominal capacitance with a 250 V rated voltage suitable for mid-voltage power supply filtering and energy storage.
• Temperature & Lifetime — Rated for operation from −40°C to +105°C with an endurance specification of 2000 hours at 105°C under DC bias plus rated ripple current.
• Ripple Current Performance — Specified ripple current values include 1.4 A at 120 Hz and 2.1 A at 50 kHz; frequency coefficients are provided in the series data for higher frequencies.
• Mounting & Package — Snap-in terminal, radial can (snap-in) package for secure board mounting in power electronic assemblies.
• Polarity & Tolerance — Polarized capacitor with capacitance tolerance of −20% to +20% at 20°C, 120 Hz.
• Audio-Optimized Materials — Selected materials intended to achieve superior acoustic sound for use in audio equipment applications.
• Regulatory — Compliant to the RoHS directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).
• Physical Size & Marking — Dimension approximately L: 5 × D: 2 cm; sleeve marked with gold lettering on a black sleeve per series marking convention.

Typical Applications

• Audio Equipment — Power supply smoothing and reservoir capacitance where material selection contributes to acoustic performance.
• Switching Power Supplies — Input/output filtering and energy storage in switch-mode power supply designs that require a 250 V rated capacitor.
• General Purpose Power Electronics — Bulk filtering and decoupling in industrial or consumer systems operating within the specified temperature range.

Unique Advantages

• Designed for High-Temperature Operation: Rated to +105°C with a specified 2000-hour endurance at that temperature, enabling stable performance in thermally demanding environments.
• Audio-Focused Materials: Selected materials intended to support superior acoustic sound, making the part suitable where audio quality is a design consideration.
• Measured Ripple Capability: Documented ripple current values at 120 Hz and 50 kHz allow designers to match capacitor selection to expected operating ripple conditions.
• Secure Snap-In Mounting: Radial snap-in can package provides robust mechanical attachment for power-board applications.
• RoHS Compliance: Conforms to applicable RoHS directives, simplifying environmental compliance for finished products.

Why Choose LKX2E471MESY50?

LKX2E471MESY50 is positioned for designs that require a 470 µF, 250 V aluminum electrolytic capacitor with reliable high-temperature endurance and application-focused material selection for audio performance. Its snap-in package and documented ripple current characteristics make it suitable for engineers specifying capacitors for power supplies and audio equipment where stability and acoustic considerations matter.

Choose this part when you need a RoHS-compliant, polarized electrolytic capacitor that pairs mid-voltage energy storage with temperature-rated longevity and mounting robustness for production power electronics and audio systems.

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