The **ATS-01A-100-C2-R0** is a high-performance electronic thermal management component, specifically a **Heat Sink** manufactured by Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS). It is part of the "push-pin" series designed for cooling electronic components like CPUs, GPUs, or high-power transistors. --- ### 1. Technical Specifications Below are the primary physical and thermal characteristics of the component: | Feature | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Material** | Aluminum | | **Finish** | Blue Anodized | | **Attachment Method** | Push-Pin (with 2 holes) | | **Dimensions (L x W x H)** | 45mm x 45mm x 25mm | | **Thermal Resistance** | ~4.84°C/W (at 200 LFM) | | **Thermal Interface Material (TIM)** | T766 (High Performance) | | **Spring Type** | Stainless Steel (R0 series) | --- ### 2. Key Electronic & Mechanical Parts #### A. The Heat Sink Body * **Geometry:** It features a square footprint (45mm) and high-density fins. * **Function:** It increases the surface area exposed to the surrounding cooling medium (air), allowing heat generated by the electronic chip to dissipate more efficiently through convection. #### B. Push-Pin Attachment System * **The Pins:** These are plastic or metal pins that pass through pre-drilled holes in the Printed Circuit Board (PCB). * **The Springs:** A compression spring is placed around each pin. This ensures a consistent **mounting pressure** against the electronic component, which is critical for maximizing heat transfer and preventing air gaps. #### C. Thermal Interface Material (TIM) * The "C2" in the part number indicates the specific TIM used (typically T766). * **Purpose:** This is a pre-applied layer on the bottom of the heat sink. It fills microscopic air gaps between the component surface and the heat sink base, significantly reducing thermal resistance. --- ### 3. Application Use-Case This part is typically found in: 1. **Industrial PCs:** Cooling embedded processors. 2. **Power Electronics:** Dissipating heat from MOSFETs or IGBT modules. 3. **Networking Gear:** Cooling high-speed ASICs in routers or switches. ---