The part number **ATS-08B-152-C2-R0** refers to a high-performance **Heatsink** manufactured by **Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS)**. Specifically, it belongs to the *blueICE™* or *pushPIN™* series designed for cooling electronic components like CPUs, GPUs, and other integrated circuits. ### 1. Technical Specifications | Feature | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Product Type** | Heatsink (Thermal Management) | | **Material** | Aluminum (AL6063) | | **Finish** | Blue Anodized | | **Attachment Method** | pushPIN™ (Spring-loaded plastic pins) | | **Dimensions** | 35.00mm x 35.00mm | | **Height** | 25.00mm | | **Thermal Resistance** | 3.32°C/W (at 200 LFM) | | **Fin Type** | Straight Fin | --- ### 2. Design and Components #### A. The Heatsink Body The main body is extruded from **Aluminum 6063**, which provides an optimal balance between thermal conductivity and structural rigidity. The **Blue Anodized** coating is not just for aesthetics; it increases surface emissivity and provides corrosion resistance. #### B. The pushPIN™ Attachment Instead of using messy adhesives or complicated screws, this part uses the **pushPIN™** system. It consists of: * **Plastic Pins:** Designed to fit into pre-drilled holes on the PCB. * **Compression Springs:** Provides consistent "force-to-load" pressure, ensuring the heatsink remains in firm contact with the heat source even during mechanical shock or vibration. #### C. Thermal Interface Material (TIM) The "C2" in the part number indicates that the heatsink comes pre-applied with **T766 Phase Change Material**. This fills the microscopic air gaps between the component and the heatsink to maximize heat transfer efficiency. --- ### 3. Decoding the Part Number The part number follows a specific nomenclature used by Advanced Thermal Solutions: | Segment | Meaning | | :--- | :--- | | **ATS** | Advanced Thermal Solutions (Manufacturer) | | **08B** | Specific series/mounting hole pattern | | **152** | Size and configuration identifier | | **C2** | Thermal Interface Material (T766 pre-applied) | | **R0** | RoHS compliance and revision status | --- ### 4. Typical Applications * **Embedded Systems:** Industrial PCs and routers. * **Networking Hardware:** High-speed switches and modems. * **Power Electronics:** Cooling for MOSFETs or Voltage Regulators. * **Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs):** Providing thermal stability during high-load processing.