The **ATS-11B-161-C2-R0** is a high-performance heat sink manufactured by **Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS)**. It is part of the "pushPIN™" thermal management series, designed specifically for cooling electronic components like CPUs, GPUs, and power modules. --- ### 1. Technical Specifications The following table outlines the physical and thermal characteristics of this specific part: | Parameter | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Material** | Aluminum (AL6063) | | **Finish** | Blue Anodized | | **Dimensions (L x W)** | 45mm x 45mm | | **Height** | 20mm | | **Attachment Type** | pushPIN™ | | **Pitch** | Fine Pitch | | **Thermal Resistance** | 4.74 °C/W (at 100 LFM) | --- ### 2. Key Electronic & Mechanical Features #### A. Attachment Mechanism (pushPIN™) This part utilizes a pushPIN™ system which consists of a flexible spring and a plastic or brass pin. * **Benefits:** Ensures high-pressure contact between the heat sink and the electronic component to maximize heat transfer. * **Reliability:** Designed to meet high-vibration requirements in industrial and telecommunications environments. #### B. Thermal Interface Material (TIM) The "C2" suffix in the part number indicates the pre-applied thermal material. * **Material:** T766 (Thermal Grease). * **Function:** Fills microscopic air gaps between the component surface and the heat sink base to minimize thermal resistance. #### C. Fin Design The heat sink features a **Fine Pitch** straight-fin pattern. * **High Surface Area:** Increases the contact area with the surrounding air. * **Optimized Airflow:** Best suited for systems with dedicated forced-air cooling (fans). --- ### 3. Applications in Electronics The ATS-11B-161-C2-R0 is commonly used for: 1. **Semiconductor Cooling:** Ideal for FPGAs, ASICs, and high-speed processors. 2. **Embedded Systems:** Used in compact industrial PCs where vertical space (20mm) is restricted. 3. **Power Electronics:** Dissipating heat from MOSFETs or IGBTs in power conversion modules. --- ### 4. Part Number Breakdown `ATS-11B-161-C2-R0` * **ATS:** Advanced Thermal Solutions (Manufacturer) * **11:** Series Number * **B:** Attachment (pushPIN™) * **161:** Size/Fin Configuration ID * **C2:** Thermal Interface (T766 Grease) * **R0:** RoHS compliant (Environmental standard)