The **ATS-08H-72-C2-R0** is a high-performance electronic thermal management component, specifically a **Heat Sink** manufactured by *Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS)*. It belongs to the **pushPIN™** series and is designed for efficient heat dissipation in compact electronic systems. --- ### 1. Technical Specifications The following table outlines the physical and thermal characteristics of this specific part: | Characteristic | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Material** | Aluminum | | **Finish** | Blue Anodized | | **Dimensions (L x W)** | 45mm x 45mm | | **Height** | 12.7mm | | **Fin Style** | Straight (Cross-Cut) | | **Thermal Resistance** | 5.11°C/W (@ 100 LFM) | | **Attachment Method** | pushPIN™ (Spring Loaded) | --- ### 2. Design and Engineering Features * **Heat Sink Material:** Made of aluminum, which provides a balance between high thermal conductivity and low weight. The **Blue Anodized** finish increases surface emissivity and provides corrosion resistance. * **Thermal Performance:** The thermal resistance is rated at **5.11°C/W** under natural convection (100 LFM). As airflow increases (e.g., to 700 LFM), the resistance drops significantly to approximately **1.45°C/W**, making it highly effective for forced-air cooling. * **Attachment Mechanism:** It uses the **pushPIN™** system, which consists of: 1. **Springs:** Provides consistent pressure to ensure optimal contact with the heat source. 2. **Plastic Pins:** Quickly snaps into pre-drilled holes in the PCB. * **Thermal Interface Material (TIM):** This specific model typically comes pre-applied with **T766** phase-change material, which fills microscopic air gaps between the component (CPU/FPGA) and the heat sink. --- ### 3. Application Use Cases This component is generally used to cool Integrated Circuits (ICs) that generate moderate heat in space-constrained environments: * **Networking Hardware:** High-speed routers and switches. * **Embedded Systems:** Industrial PCs and automation controllers. * **Power Electronics:** Voltage regulators and power modules. * **Telecommunications:** Base station hardware and optical modules. --- ### 4. Part Number Breakdown ```text ATS - 08 H - 72 - C2 - R0 | | | | | | | | | +-- Revision Code | | | +------- Finish Code (C2: Blue Anodized) | | +------------ Series Number (Height/Dimension set) | +------------------- Fin Type/Attachment (H: pushPIN™) +------------------------ Manufacturer (Advanced Thermal Solutions) ```