ATS-05D-68-C2-R0
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The **ATS-05D-68-C2-R0** is a high-performance electronic thermal management component, specifically a **Heat Sink** manufactured by *Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS)*. It belongs to the **maxiFLOW™** product line, designed to optimize airflow and maximize surface area for heat dissipation.
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### 1. Technical Specifications
The part is defined by its physical dimensions, material composition, and thermal resistance capabilities.
| Parameter | Specification |
| :--- | :--- |
| **Manufacturer** | Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS) |
| **Material** | Aluminum (Anodized Blue) |
| **Attachment Method** | pushPIN™ (Spring-loaded) |
| **Dimensions** | 45mm x 45mm x 15mm |
| **Thermal Resistance** | 15.31°C/W (at 100 LFM) |
| **Thermal Interface Material (TIM)** | T766 (Pre-applied) |
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### 2. Key Component Features
#### A. The maxiFLOW™ Design
The "68" series features a unique tapered fin structure. Unlike standard square fin heat sinks, this design reduces pressure drop and increases the effectiveness of convective cooling by channeling air more efficiently through the fins.
#### B. pushPIN™ Attachment System
Instead of using messy adhesives or thermal tape, this part uses a mechanical **pushPIN™** system.
* **Spring-loaded:** Ensures constant, uniform pressure on the electronic component (CPU, GPU, or MOSFET).
* **Reliability:** Provides better shock and vibration resistance compared to clip-on alternatives.
#### C. Thermal Interface Material (TIM)
The unit comes with **T766** pre-applied to the base. This is a high-performance thermal pad/grease that fills microscopic air gaps between the heat sink and the chip, ensuring maximum heat transfer.
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### 3. Thermal Performance Profile
Thermal resistance varies based on the airflow (Linear Feet per Minute - LFM) within the electronic enclosure:
| Air Velocity (LFM) | Thermal Resistance (°C/W) |
| :--- | :--- |
| **100** | 15.31 |
| **200** | 5.84 |
| **300** | 4.06 |
| **400** | 3.20 |
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### 4. Applications
* **Integrated Circuits (ICs):** Cooling BGA and PBGA packages.
* **Telecommunications:** Used in base stations and networking switches.
* **Power Supplies:** Cooling high-heat voltage regulators.
* **Embedded Systems:** Industrial PCs where space is limited but heat output is high.
- ⤷What is the difference between pushPIN and clip-on heat sink attachments?
- ⤷ How do I calculate if this heat sink is sufficient for my chip's TDP?
- ⤷ Can the T766 thermal interface material be replaced with standard thermal paste?