LKX2G561MESC45

The LKX2G561MESC45 is a 560 µF, 400 V aluminum electrolytic capacitor in a snap-in radial can designed for audio equipment and switching power supplies. As part of Nichicon’s LKX series, it is built for demanding power-filtering roles where high temperature performance and acoustic quality matter.

This 105°C standard-series unit uses selected materials to achieve superior acoustic sound and is fully RoHS compliant, making it suitable for professional audio and general-purpose power applications that require robust thermal and electrical performance.

Key Features

• Electrical Rating: 560 µF capacitance at a 400 V rated voltage, providing substantial energy storage for high-voltage power rails.
• High-temperature Endurance: Specified for operation from −25°C to 105°C with an endurance rating of 2000 hours at 105°C under rated bias and ripple conditions.
• Ripple Current Capability: Rated ripple current of 1.9 A at 120 Hz and 2.717 A at 50 kHz, supporting both low- and high-frequency filtering demands.
• Package & Mounting: Radial, snap-in can package for secure board mounting and simplified assembly in power supply modules.
• Acoustic-oriented Materials: Selected materials and construction targeted to deliver superior acoustic sound for audio equipment applications.
• Polarity & Tolerance: Polarized capacitor with capacitance tolerance of −20% to +20% for predictable design margins.
• Regulatory Compliance: Compliant with the RoHS directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863), meeting current environmental standards.
• Physical Size: Compact can dimensions: L: 4.5 × D: 3.5 cm, suitable for space-conscious power designs.

Typical Applications

• Audio equipment: Bulk filtering and smoothing in power supplies where selected materials improve acoustic characteristics and reduce audible artifacts.
• Switching power supplies: Energy storage and ripple suppression on high-voltage rails, leveraging the 400 V rating and rated ripple currents.
• General-purpose power filtering: High-voltage filtering for industrial and electronic systems requiring durable performance at elevated temperatures.

Unique Advantages

• High-voltage, high-capacitance combination: 560 µF at 400 V provides significant energy reserve for demanding power rails without increasing part count.
• Designed for audio fidelity: Selected materials and LKX series construction focus on delivering superior acoustic sound in audio equipment designs.
• Robust thermal performance: Rated for continuous operation up to 105°C with a 2000-hour endurance specification, supporting reliable operation in hot environments.
• Dual-frequency ripple handling: Published ripple current values at both 120 Hz and 50 kHz allow predictable performance across switching and line-frequency conditions.
• Snap-in mounting: Secure radial, snap-in can format streamlines assembly for power supply modules and reduces mechanical stress on PCB connections.
• RoHS compliant: Conforms to current RoHS requirements for environmentally conscious designs and supply chains.

Why Choose LKX2G561MESC45?

The LKX2G561MESC45 balances high-voltage energy storage with audio-focused material selection and robust thermal endurance, making it a strong choice for designers of audio equipment and switching power supplies that require dependable filtering at 400 V. Its combination of published ripple current ratings, 105°C endurance, and snap-in packaging supports reliable integration into compact, high-performance power designs.

Produced by Nichicon as part of the LKX series, this capacitor is suitable for engineers and procurement teams seeking a verified, RoHS-compliant component for long-term use in thermal-stressed and acoustically sensitive applications.

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