The **ATS-15F-32-C2-R0** is a specific part number for a high-performance **Heatsink** manufactured by **Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS)**. It is part of their "push pin" attachment series, designed for cooling electronic components such as CPUs, GPUs, or high-power chipsets. --- ## 1. Technical Specifications The part number encodes specific physical and thermal characteristics. Here are the primary specifications: | Feature | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Material** | Aluminum (AL6063) | | **Finish** | Blue Anodized | | **Dimensions** | 54mm x 54mm | | **Height** | 12.7mm | | **Fin Style** | XC-Cut (Cross-Cut) | | **Attachment Method** | Push-Pin (Plastic or Brass) | | **Thermal Resistance** | ~9.00°C/W (at 200 LFM) | --- ## 2. Component Breakdown ### A. The Heatsink Body * **Material:** Made from Aluminum, which offers a good balance between thermal conductivity and weight. * **Fin Design:** It uses a cross-cut (XC-Cut) pattern. Unlike straight fins, cross-cut fins allow for multi-directional airflow, making the cooling efficient even if the air is not blowing perfectly straight across the board. ### B. The Attachment System (Push-Pins) * **Mechanical Stability:** Instead of using adhesive tape (which can fail under high heat), this part uses a spring-loaded push-pin system. * **Springs:** The "C2" in the part number indicates a specific spring force, ensuring consistent pressure between the heatsink and the component for optimal heat transfer. ### C. Thermal Interface Material (TIM) * The "-R0" suffix typically denotes that the unit comes pre-applied with a high-performance thermal interface material (like **Chomerics T766**), ensuring that there are no microscopic air gaps between the chip and the metal. --- ## 3. Applications This part is commonly found in the following electronic systems: 1. **Networking Gear:** Switches, routers, and high-speed hubs. 2. **Embedded Systems:** Industrial PCs and automation controllers. 3. **Power Electronics:** Cooling MOSFETs or Voltage Regulator Modules (VRMs). --- ## 4. Understanding the Part Number Code | Segment | Meaning | | :--- | :--- | | **ATS** | Advanced Thermal Solutions (Manufacturer) | | **15F** | Series/Mounting Hole pattern | | **32** | Specific height/size profile | | **C2** | Spring/Hardware tension type | | **R0** | Finish and TIM (Thermal Interface Material) code |