ATS-09B-52-C2-R0
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The **ATS-09B-52-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 "pushPIN™" series, designed for precision cooling of electronic components like CPUs, GPUs, or power modules.
### 1. Key Technical Specifications
Below are the primary physical and thermal characteristics of the part:
| Feature | Specification |
| :--- | :--- |
| **Manufacturer** | Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS) |
| **Material** | Aluminum |
| **Finish** | Blue Anodized |
| **Fin Type** | Fine Pitch (Straight Fin) |
| **Attachment Method** | pushPIN™ (Spring-loaded) |
| **Thermal Resistance** | 10.79° C/W (at 100 LFM) |
| **Dimensions (L x W x H)** | 30mm x 30mm x 25mm |
| **Compliance** | RoHS Compliant |
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### 2. Functional Components
The "electronic" utility of this part is derived from its mechanical design to protect semiconductor junctions:
* **Heat Sink Body:** Extruded aluminum with a high surface-area-to-volume ratio. The 25mm height allows for significant heat dissipation in compact enclosures.
* **Push-Pin Attachment:** Features a flexible, brass-tipped or plastic push-pin mechanism. This ensures constant pressure against the electronic chip, which is critical for maximizing the effectiveness of the Thermal Interface Material (TIM).
* **Compression Springs:** These provide a specific "Force" rating (measured in Newtons) to ensure the heat sink does not move during mechanical shock or vibration, protecting the delicate solder balls under a BGA (Ball Grid Array) chip.
### 3. Thermal Performance Metrics
The efficiency of this part is measured by its ability to move heat away from the silicon die. Thermal resistance decreases as airflow increases:
| Airflow Velocity (LFM) | 100 (0.5 m/s) | 300 (1.5 m/s) | 500 (2.5 m/s) |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **Thermal Resistance (°C/W)** | 10.79 | 4.15 | 3.00 |
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### 4. Part Number Breakdown: `ATS-09B-52-C2-R0`
* **ATS:** Manufacturer (Advanced Thermal Solutions).
* **09:** Part of the specific pushPIN™ family.
* **B:** Material/Fin orientation code.
* **52:** Specific height and fin density configuration.
* **C2:** Thermal Interface Material (TIM) type (T766) and finish (Blue Anodized).
* **R0:** Revision code.
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