The **ATS-08G-17-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, designed for secure and efficient cooling of integrated circuits (ICs) and other electronic components. --- ### 1. Technical Specifications Below are the primary physical and thermal characteristics of this specific model: | Parameter | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Manufacturer** | Advanced Thermal Solutions Inc. (ATS) | | **Material** | Aluminum (AL6063) | | **Fin Style** | Straight Fin | | **Attachment Method** | pushPIN™ (Plastic/Brass attachments) | | **Base Dimensions** | 35.00 mm x 35.00 mm | | **Height** | 12.70 mm | | **Thermal Resistance** | 15.44 °C/W (at 100 LFM) | | **Finish** | Blue Anodized | | **Thermal Interface Material** | T766 (Pre-applied Phase Change Material) | --- ### 2. Key Electronic Features #### A. Thermal Management (Heat Dissipation) This part acts as a "passive" cooler. It increases the surface area of a hot electronic component (like a CPU, FPGA, or MOSFET), allowing the heat to be transferred into the surrounding air more effectively. #### B. pushPIN™ Attachment System Unlike adhesive tapes that can fail over time due to heat, the `ATS-08G-17-C2-R0` uses a mechanical spring-loaded pin system. - **Consistency:** Provides uniform pressure across the component surface for optimal thermal contact. - **Reliability:** Prevents the heat sink from shifting during vibration or shipping. #### C. Thermal Interface Material (TIM) The part comes with **T766** pre-applied. This is a specialized material that fills microscopic air gaps between the component and the heat sink. At operating temperatures, it changes phase to ensure maximum heat transfer efficiency. --- ### 3. Usage Scenarios This specific heat sink is typically found in: * **Networking Equipment:** Routers, switches, and gateways. * **Industrial PCs:** Small form factor boards requiring low-profile cooling. * **Power Supplies:** Cooling high-speed switching regulators. --- ### 4. Part Number Breakdown To understand the product line, here is the nomenclature for **ATS-08G-17-C2-R0**: * **ATS**: Manufacturer (Advanced Thermal Solutions) * **08**: Series Number * **G**: Fin pitch/density indicator * **17**: Specific internal dimension/design code * **C2**: Material/Finish code (Blue Anodized) * **R0**: Revision/Packaging code