The **ATS-08B-180-C2-R0** is a high-performance heat sink manufactured by **Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS)**. It is part of the "push pin" series designed for cooling electronic components such as CPUs, GPUs, and other high-heat surface-mount devices. --- ### 1. Technical Specifications The following table outlines the physical and thermal characteristics of this specific component: | Feature | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Material** | Aluminum (AL6063) | | **Finish** | Blue Anodized | | **Dimensions** | 35mm x 35mm x 25mm | | **Thermal Resistance** | 3.32 °C/W (at 200 LFM) | | **Attachment Type** | Push Pin (Brass) | | **Spring Type** | Compression Spring | | **Thermal Interface Material (TIM)** | T766 (High Performance) | --- ### 2. Design and Components The part is engineered to maximize surface area while maintaining a compact footprint. * **Fins:** It utilizes a **cross-cut** (pin fin) design. This allows for multi-directional airflow, making it ideal for systems where the airflow direction is inconsistent or restricted. * **Attachment Mechanism:** The "C2" in the part number indicates the specific push-pin and spring assembly. This provides consistent pressure across the component surface, ensuring the best possible contact and thermal transfer. * **Thermal Interface Material (TIM):** It comes pre-applied with **T766**, a specialized thermal grease that fills microscopic air gaps between the heat sink base and the electronic component. --- ### 3. Application Use Cases This specific heat sink is typically used in industrial and telecommunications hardware: 1. **Network Switches/Routers:** Cooling ASICs and processing units. 2. **Embedded Systems:** Protecting power-dense modules in compact enclosures. 3. **Power Supplies:** Dissipating heat from MOSFETs or voltage regulators. --- ### 4. Part Number Breakdown Understanding the nomenclature helps in identifying variants: | Segment | Meaning | | :--- | :--- | | **ATS-08** | Product Series (Push Pin Heat Sink) | | **B** | Material Code (Aluminum) | | **180** | Specific Dimensions/Fin Geometry | | **C2** | Attachment Hardware (Brass Pin/Spring) | | **R0** | RoHS Compliance Status |