ATS-P2-124-C1-R0
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## Technical Overview: ATS-P2-124-C1-R0
The **ATS-P2-124-C1-R0** is a high-performance heat sink manufactured by **Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS)**. It is part of the "pushPIN™" family, designed for high-density electronic cooling applications such as networking equipment, power supplies, and processors.
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### 1. Key Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
| :--- | :--- |
| **Material** | Aluminum (Body) / Copper (Interface) |
| **Attachment Type** | pushPIN™ (Spring-loaded) |
| **Heat Sink Type** | Straight Fin |
| **Dimensions (LxWxH)** | 50.00mm x 50.00mm x 25.00mm |
| **Thermal Resistance** | 1.18 °C/W (at 200 LFM) |
| **Finish** | Blue Anodized |
| **Interface Material** | T766 (High Performance Phase Change) |
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### 2. Physical Design Elements
* **Fin Geometry:** It features a **Straight Fin** design. This is optimized for high-velocity airflow environments where the air can move through the fins with minimal resistance.
* **Base Plate:** The base is flat and polished to ensure maximum surface contact with the heat-generating component (CPU/GPU/FPGA).
* **Push-Pin Mechanism:** The "P2" in the part number indicates the specific spring-loaded push-pin attachment. This provides a consistent, pre-determined pressure on the component, improving thermal transfer and mechanical stability during vibration.
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### 3. Electronic Application & Usage
The ATS-P2-124-C1-R0 is typically used for the following electronic cooling needs:
1. **Passive Cooling:** Used in systems with existing system-level fans (forced convection).
2. **High-Power Semiconductor Cooling:** Ideal for components with a High Thermal Design Power (TDP) between 30W and 70W, depending on ambient airflow.
3. **Telecom & Networking:** Used on ASICs (Application-Specific Integrated Circuits) within routers and switches.
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### 4. Thermal Performance Comparison
| Air Velocity (LFM) | Thermal Resistance (°C/W) |
| :--- | :--- |
| 100 (0.5 m/s) | 2.02 |
| 200 (1.0 m/s) | 1.18 |
| 300 (1.5 m/s) | 0.94 |
| 400 (2.0 m/s) | 0.81 |
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What are the mechanical requirements for the PCB mounting holes for this heat sink?
- ⤷ How does the T766 thermal interface material compare to standard thermal grease?
- ⤷ Can this heat sink be used in a natural convection (fanless) environment?