The **ATS-16F-97-C2-R0** is a specific high-performance electronic component designed for thermal management. Specifically, it is a **Heatsink** manufactured by *Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS)*, belonging to their "push pin" series. --- ### 1. Technical Specifications Below are the primary technical parameters for this component: | Parameter | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Manufacturer** | Advanced Thermal Solutions, Inc. (ATS) | | **Part Number** | ATS-16F-97-C2-R0 | | **Type** | Top Mount (Heat Sink) | | **Material** | Aluminum | | **Finish** | Blue Anodized | | **Attachment Method** | Push-Pin (Plastic) | | **Dimensions (L x W x H)** | 45mm x 45mm x 10mm | | **Thermal Resistance** | 20.30°C/W (Natural Convection) | --- ### 2. Physical Design and Construction The design of the ATS-16F-97-C2-R0 is optimized for specific airflow environments: * **Fin Style (XC Cut):** It features a cross-cut (straight fin) design. This allows for multi-directional airflow, making it efficient even if the air direction in the chassis changes. * **Material:** Made from high-grade aluminum for a balance of weight and thermal conductivity. * **Surface Treatment:** The **Blue Anodized** finish is not just for aesthetics; it provides surface protection against corrosion and slightly increases emissivity for better radiation heat transfer. ### 3. Attachment Mechanism: Push-Pins One of the defining features of the "16F" series is the mounting hardware: * **Spring-Loaded Push Pins:** It uses two plastic push-pins with a compressed spring. * **Function:** This ensures a constant, specific pressure (preload) between the heatsink and the electronic component (like a CPU, FPGA, or GPU), which maximizes the efficiency of the Thermal Interface Material (TIM). * **TIM:** This model typically comes with **pre-applied Phase Change Material (T766)**, which melts during operation to fill microscopic gaps between the chip and the heatsink. --- ### 4. Naming Convention Breakdown The part number can be decoded as follows: * **ATS:** Manufacturer (Advanced Thermal Solutions). * **16:** Design series (Push-pin style). * **F:** Fin pitch/style configuration. * **97:** Size and height code. * **C2:** Material/Finish code (Blue Anodized Aluminum). * **R0:** Revision/Packaging code.