The part number **ATS-20G-98-C2-R0** refers to a high-performance **Heatsink** manufactured by **Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS)**. It is part of their "superGRIP" series, designed specifically for cooling electronic components like CPUs, GPUs, and FPGAs. --- ### 1. Technical Specifications The following table outlines the mechanical and thermal characteristics of the device: | Parameter | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Component Type** | Heat Sink (Push-Pin / Clip-on) | | **Material** | Aluminum (Blue Anodized) | | **Dimensions (L x W)** | 45mm x 45mm | | **Height** | 15mm | | **Fin Style** | Straight Fin | | **Thermal Resistance** | 15.31° C/W (@ 200 LFM) | | **Attachment Method** | superGRIP™ (Clip-on) | --- ### 2. Breakdown of the Part Number The part number can be decoded to understand the specific configuration: * **ATS**: Manufacturer (Advanced Thermal Solutions). * **20G**: Refers to the "superGRIP" attachment technology. * **98**: Specific model/footprint size (45x45mm). * **C2**: Refers to the **Thermal Interface Material (TIM)**. In this case, it typically indicates **T766** (a high-performance thermal phase-change material). * **R0**: RoHS compliance status (standard production). --- ### 3. Key Electronic Functions While the heatsink itself is a passive mechanical component, its role in an electronic circuit is critical: 1. **Thermal Management**: It dissipates heat generated by integrated circuits (ICs) to prevent thermal throttling or permanent hardware failure. 2. **Mounting System**: The "superGRIP" system uses a frame clip and a gold-colored spring clip. This provides high assembly pressure without requiring holes in the Printed Circuit Board (PCB), which saves valuable board space. 3. **Low Profile**: At 15mm height, it is designed for systems with limited vertical clearance, such as 1U servers or compact embedded systems. --- ### 4. Comparison to Similar Models | Model | Height | Fin Design | Attachment | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **ATS-20G-98-C2-R0** | 15mm | Straight Fin | superGRIP | | **ATS-20G-97-C2-R0** | 10mm | Straight Fin | superGRIP | | **ATS-20G-99-C2-R0** | 20mm | Straight Fin | superGRIP | ---