The **ATS-08A-66-C2-R0** is a high-performance thermal management component manufactured by **Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS)**. Specifically, it is an electronic heat sink designed for high-density cooling requirements in electronic assemblies. --- ### 1. Technical Specifications This part belongs to the **maxiFLOW™** series, which features a flared fin design to maximize airflow and thermal dissipation. | Feature | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Material** | Aluminum (Blue Anodized) | | **Dimensions (L x W x H)** | 45.00mm x 45.00mm x 25.00mm | | **Attachment Method** | pushPIN™ (Spring-loaded) | | **Thermal Resistance** | 5.77 °C/W (at 100 LFM) | | **Flow Pattern** | maxiFLOW™ (Flared Fin) | | **Thermal Interface Material** | T766 (Pre-applied) | --- ### 2. Key Electronic Components & Design The "parts" of this assembly are engineered to work together to protect sensitive semiconductors (like CPUs, GPUs, or ASICs) from thermal throttling or failure: #### A. The Heat Sink Body The flared fin geometry is the core "electronic part" of this unit. Unlike straight fins, the flared design increases the surface area for radiation and convection while reducing pressure drop, allowing air to flow more freely through the fins. #### B. pushPIN™ Attachment System This consists of a specialized pin and spring mechanism. In electronic PCB design, this is critical because: * It provides **uniform pressure** across the component, ensuring the thermal interface is consistent. * It prevents damage to the delicate solder balls on BGA (Ball Grid Array) packages. #### C. Thermal Interface Material (TIM) The base is pre-coated with **T766**. In electronics, air is an insulator; the TIM "part" fills microscopic air gaps between the heat-generating chip and the aluminum heat sink to ensure efficient heat transfer. --- ### 3. Part Number Breakdown The nomenclature follows a specific logic used by Advanced Thermal Solutions: ```text ATS - 08 - A - 66 - C2 - R0 | | | | | | | | | | | +-- Revision Code | | | | +------- Finish (C2 = Blue Anodized) | | | +------------ Product Family/Size | | +---------------- Attachment Style (A = pushPIN) | +--------------------- Serial Identifier +-------------------------- Brand (Advanced Thermal Solutions) ``` ---