The **ATS-04G-63-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 integrated circuits (ICs) and other PCB components. --- ### 1. Technical Specifications The following table summarizes the key physical and thermal properties of this specific part: | Feature | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Material** | Aluminum (AL6063) | | **Finish** | Blue Anodized | | **Dimensions** | 40mm x 40mm x 20mm | | **Thermal Resistance** | 12.32 °C/W (at 1.0 m/s airflow) | | **Attachment Type** | Push Pin (Brass) | | **Spring Type** | Compression Spring | | **Thermal Interface Material (TIM)** | T766 (High performance) | --- ### 2. Key Components & Design Features #### A. Fin Profile (Straight Fin) The "04G" designation indicates a straight-fin geometry. This design is optimized for **unidirectional airflow**, allowing air to pass through the channels with low pressure drop. #### B. Attachment Mechanism (Push Pin & Spring) Unlike adhesive-based heat sinks, this model uses a mechanical mounting system: * **Push Pins:** Durable brass pins that snap into pre-drilled holes on the PCB. * **Compression Springs:** These provide consistent downward pressure to ensure maximum contact between the heat sink base and the electronic component. #### C. Thermal Interface Material (TIM) The part comes pre-applied with **T766**. This is a phase-change or high-conductivity material that fills microscopic air gaps between the heat sink and the chip, significantly reducing thermal impedance. --- ### 3. Applications This electronic part is typically used to cool high-heat-generating components such as: * **CPUs/GPUs:** Small form factor processors. * **FPGAs:** Field Programmable Gate Arrays in networking gear. * **ASICs:** Application-specific integrated circuits. * **Power Modules:** High-density power supplies and converters. --- ### 4. Part Number Breakdown (Nomenclature) To understand the variations of this part, here is the breakdown of the code: * **ATS:** Manufacturer (Advanced Thermal Solutions). * **04G:** Series/Fin Type (Straight Fin). * **63:** Specific length/width dimensions. * **C2:** Thermal performance/Fin height category. * **R0:** RoHS compliant (Standard packaging).