The **ATS-08F-65-C2-R0** is a high-performance electronic thermal management component, specifically a **Heat Sink** manufactured by Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS). It is designed to dissipate heat from electronic components like CPUs, GPUs, or power transistors to prevent thermal throttling or failure. --- ### 1. Technical Specifications The part number itself follows a specific nomenclature that defines its physical and thermal characteristics. | Specification | Detail | | :--- | :--- | | **Manufacturer** | Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS) | | **Series** | pushPIN™ HS Assembly | | **Material** | Aluminum | | **Finish** | Blue Anodized | | **Attachment Method** | pushPIN™ (Spring-loaded pins) | | **Dimensions** | 45mm x 45mm x 20mm | | **Thermal Resistance** | ~7.29 °C/W (Unducted Flow @ 100 LFM) | --- ### 2. Key Component Features #### A. Thermal Interface Material (TIM) * **Pre-Applied:** This specific model comes with **T766** thermal interface material. * **Purpose:** It fills microscopic air gaps between the heat source (chip) and the heat sink base to ensure maximum heat transfer. #### B. Attachment Mechanism (pushPIN™) * **Hardware:** It uses a flexible attachment system consisting of a brass or plastic pin and a high-performance compression spring. * **Benefit:** This ensures consistent pressure across the component surface, which is critical for thermal efficiency and prevents the sink from shifting during vibration. #### C. Fin Design (Cross-Cut) * **Type:** High-efficiency "straight-fin" or "cross-cut" geometry. * **Function:** The fins increase the surface area exposed to the air. The "F" in the part number typically denotes a specific fin pitch designed for optimized airflow in cramped electronic enclosures. --- ### 3. Usage Context This part is commonly found in industrial and consumer electronics where localized cooling is required. * **Application:** Telecommunications, embedded computing, and power supplies. * **Mounting:** Requires specific hole patterns on the PCB (Printed Circuit Board) to accommodate the pushPINs. --- ### 4. Part Number Breakdown The code `ATS-08F-65-C2-R0` can be decoded as follows: * **ATS:** Advanced Thermal Solutions. * **08:** Series identifier. * **F:** Fin pitch/style. * **65:** Size/Dimension code. * **C2:** Thermal performance/Material grade. * **R0:** Revision or packaging code.