The **ATS-06F-02-C2-R0** is a high-performance heat sink manufactured by **Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS)**. It is part of their "Blue Ice" or "push-pin" series designed specifically for cooling electronic components like CPUs, GPUs, and other high-heat integrated circuits. --- ## Technical Specifications The following table summarizes the key physical and thermal characteristics of this specific part number: | Parameter | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Manufacturer** | Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS) | | **Fin Type** | Fine Pitch (Cross-Cut) | | **Material** | Aluminum (Anodized Blue) | | **Dimensions (L x W x H)** | 40.00mm x 40.00mm x 12.70mm | | **Attachment Method** | Push-Pin (Plastic/Brass) | | **Thermal Resistance** | 18.32°C/W (at 200 LFM) | | **Thermal Interface Material (TIM)** | T766 (Pre-applied) | --- ## Component Breakdown ### 1. Thermal Management (The Core) The primary function of this part is to increase the surface area of an electronic component to dissipate heat into the surrounding air. The "Fine Pitch" design features a high density of aluminum fins, which maximizes cooling efficiency in systems with forced airflow (fans). ### 2. Attachment Mechanism (Push-Pins) Unlike adhesive-based heat sinks, the `-02-C2` designation typically refers to the hardware kit. * **Push-Pins:** This model uses a spring-loaded push-pin system. This provides consistent downward pressure (clamping force) on the chip, which improves thermal transfer and ensures the heat sink doesn't fall off due to vibration or heat cycles. * **Springs:** The springs are calibrated to provide specific pressure without damaging the PCB. ### 3. Thermal Interface Material (TIM) The **T766** material pre-applied to the base of the heat sink is a phase-change or high-conductivity pad. It fills the microscopic air gaps between the chip surface and the heat sink base, which is critical because air is a poor conductor of heat. ### 4. Material and Finish * **Aluminum:** Chosen for its excellent thermal conductivity-to-weight ratio. * **Blue Anodized Finish:** Besides aesthetics, the anodization protects the aluminum from corrosion and slightly improves radiant heat emissivity. --- ## Part Number Decoder ATS often uses a structured naming convention: * **ATS:** Manufacturer (Advanced Thermal Solutions). * **06:** Series/Footprint. * **F:** Fin pitch configuration (Fine). * **02:** Height (approx. 12.7mm). * **C2:** Material/Color/Hardware code. * **R0:** RoHS compliance/Revision status.