ATS-06F-92-C2-R0
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The **ATS-06F-92-C2-R0** is a high-performance heat sink manufactured by **Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS)**. It is part of the "pushPIN™" thermal management series, designed to cool electronic components like CPUs, GPUs, and power transistors.
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### 1. Technical Specifications
Below are the primary electronic and physical specifications for this component:
| Feature | Specification |
| :--- | :--- |
| **Manufacturer** | Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS) |
| **Part Number** | ATS-06F-92-C2-R0 |
| **Material** | Aluminum (Blue Anodized) |
| **Attachment Method** | pushPIN™ |
| **Dimensions** | 40mm x 40mm x 15mm |
| **Thermal Resistance** | 16.48°C/W (at 100 LFM) |
| **Fin Pattern** | Straight |
| **Fin Pitch** | Fine-Pitch |
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### 2. Physical Design and Construction
The design of the ATS-06F-92-C2-R0 focuses on maximizing surface area while maintaining a low profile for space-constrained PCB layouts.
* **Heat Sink Material:** Extruded aluminum provides a lightweight solution with high thermal conductivity.
* **Surface Finish:** The **Blue Anodized** finish is not just aesthetic; it protects the aluminum from corrosion and increases emissivity for better radiative cooling.
* **Fin Geometry:** The "Fine-Pitch" straight fin design is optimized for environments where there is forced air cooling (fans).
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### 3. Mounting System (pushPIN™)
The "R0" designation refers to the specific mounting hardware included with the heat sink.
* **Mechanism:** Uses a spring-loaded push-pin system.
* **Consistency:** The springs provide a precise, pre-set pressure (Load) on the electronic component, ensuring optimal thermal contact without risking damage to the silicon or the PCB.
* **Hardware:** Usually consists of a brass or plastic pin with a stainless steel compression spring.
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### 4. Thermal Performance Data
Performance varies based on the Airflow (Measured in Linear Feet per Minute - LFM):
| Velocity (LFM) | Thermal Resistance (°C/W) |
| :--- | :--- |
| **100** | 16.48 |
| **200** | 6.17 |
| **300** | 3.46 |
| **400** | 2.51 |
| **500** | 1.99 |
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### 5. Application Use Cases
This specific heat sink is typically found in:
1. **Network Switches/Routers:** Cooling high-speed processing chipsets.
2. **Embedded Systems:** Industrial PCs where vertical space is limited to 15mm.
3. **Power Electronics:** Dissipating heat from MOSFETs or voltage regulators.
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