The **ATS-18A-82-C3-R0** is a high-performance electronic thermal management component. Specifically, it is a **Heat Sink** designed for cooling electronic components like CPUs, GPUs, or power transistors. Below is a detailed breakdown of its specifications and electronic application. --- ### 1. Technical Specifications | Feature | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Manufacturer** | Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS) | | **Series** | pushPIN™ | | **Material** | Aluminum (Anodized Blue) | | **Attachment Method** | Push-Pin (Plastic or Brass) | | **Thermal Resistance** | 25.10°C/W (Unducted Flow) | | **Dimensions** | 30mm x 30mm x 25mm | | **Fin Style** | Straight Fin | --- ### 2. Physical Design Elements * **Heat Sink Profile:** The "82" in the part number corresponds to a specific height and fin configuration. With a 25mm height, it is designed for medium-profile cooling in confined electronic enclosures. * **pushPIN™ Attachment:** Unlike adhesive tapes, this part uses a mechanical push-pin system with a compression spring. This ensures consistent pressure between the heat sink and the electronic chip, which optimizes thermal transfer. * **Material Finish:** The blue anodized coating is not just for aesthetics; it provides surface protection and slightly improves radiation heat transfer. --- ### 3. Electronic Performance Data In electronics, thermal management is measured by how effectively the part moves heat away from the junction of a semiconductor. | Airflow Velocity (LFM) | Thermal Resistance (°C/W) | | :--- | :--- | | 100 (0.5 m/s) | 25.10 | | 300 (1.5 m/s) | 7.20 | | 500 (2.5 m/s) | 5.01 | **Key Takeaway:** As shown in the table, this part is highly dependent on active airflow. Its efficiency increases significantly (resistance drops from 25.1 to 5.01) when a fan is introduced to the system. --- ### 4. Typical Applications * **Embedded Systems:** Industrial PCs and controllers. * **Telecommunications:** Network switches and routers. * **Power Supplies:** Cooling MOSFETs or Voltage Regulators. * **Development Boards:** High-performance ARM-based SOCs (System on Chips). ---