ATS-05F-154-C2-R0
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The **ATS-05F-154-C2-R0** is a high-performance electronic thermal management component, specifically a **Heat Sink** manufactured by Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS).
### Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
| :--- | :--- |
| **Manufacturer** | Advanced Thermal Solutions Inc. (ATS) |
| **Series** | pushPIN™ |
| **Material** | Aluminum |
| **Finish** | Blue Anodized |
| **Attachment Method** | Push-Pin (Plastic or Brass) |
| **Thermal Resistance** | 7.51°C/W (Unducted Flow @ 100 LFM) |
| **Dimensions (L x W x H)** | 40.00mm x 40.00mm x 25.00mm |
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### Key Components and Design Features
#### 1. Heat Sink Geometry (Fine Pitch)
The part features a **fine-pitch** fin design. This maximizes the surface area within a compact 40mm footprint, allowing for efficient heat dissipation in environments with high-velocity airflow.
#### 2. pushPIN™ Attachment System
Unlike adhesive-based heat sinks, this model uses a mechanical push-pin system.
* **Spring-Loaded:** Provides consistent pressure (Pre-assembled with a compression spring).
* **Reliability:** Ensures the heat sink remains in contact with the component even under mechanical shock or vibration.
#### 3. Thermal Interface Material (TIM)
The "R0" suffix typically denotes that the part comes with **T766** thermal phase change material or a high-performance thermal pad pre-applied to the base. This ensures there are no air gaps between the semiconductor (CPU/GPU/FPGA) and the aluminum base.
#### 4. Blue Anodized Finish
The blue anodized coating is not just for aesthetics; it provides:
* **Corrosion Resistance:** Protects the aluminum from environmental degradation.
* **Electrical Insulation:** Adds a layer of non-conductivity to the surface of the fins.
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### Typical Applications
* **Computing:** Cooling of chipsets and high-speed processors.
* **Networking:** Used on switches and routers for FPGA/ASIC cooling.
* **Power Electronics:** Dissipating heat from MOSFETs or power modules.
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What are the different types of push-pin materials available for this series?
- ⤷ How does the 'C2' code in the part number affect the thermal performance?
- ⤷ What is the recommended hole size for mounting this heat sink on a PCB?