The **ATS-01A-162-C2-R0** is a high-performance heat sink manufactured by **Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS)**. It is part of the **pushPIN™** series, designed specifically for cooling electronic components like CPUs, GPUs, or power transistors. --- ### 1. Technical Specifications Below are the primary physical and thermal characteristics of the component: | Feature | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Material** | Aluminum (Body), Copper (Optional Base) | | **Finish** | Blue Anodized | | **Dimensions** | 45mm x 45mm x 25mm | | **Mounting Type** | pushPIN™ (Spring-loaded) | | **Thermal Resistance** | 3.62 °C/W (@ 100 LFM) | | **Flow Orientation** | Vertical or Horizontal (High-performance Fin design) | | **Attachment** | Plastic Push Pin / Brass Push Pin | --- ### 2. Design and Components The ATS-01A-162-C2-R0 is engineered with several critical electronic packaging considerations: * **Fine-Pitch Fins:** The "162" series features a high density of fins to maximize surface area, allowing for efficient heat dissipation in compact spaces. * **PushPIN™ Attachment:** This system replaces traditional adhesive or screw-down methods. It uses a flexible spring mechanism to ensure consistent pressure (TIM - Thermal Interface Material) across the component surface, preventing mechanical stress on the PCB. * **Thermal Interface Material (TIM):** This part usually comes with a pre-applied high-performance phase-change material or thermal pad on the base to reduce air gaps between the heat sink and the electronic chip. --- ### 3. Thermal Performance Profile Thermal resistance varies based on the airflow (LFM - Linear Feet per Minute). | Airflow (LFM) | Thermal Resistance (°C/W) | | :--- | :--- | | 100 | 3.62 | | 200 | 2.03 | | 300 | 1.61 | | 400 | 1.40 | --- ### 4. Naming Convention Breakdown The part number can be decoded as follows: * **ATS:** Advanced Thermal Solutions (Manufacturer). * **01:** Series identifier. * **A:** Specific material or configuration revision. * **162:** Fin pattern/design code. * **C2:** Thermal performance/Color code (Blue Anodized). * **R0:** Revision or RoHS compliance status.