ATS-10D-75-C1-R0
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The **ATS-10D-75-C1-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" attachment series designed for cooling small to medium-sized integrated circuits (ICs) like BGA, FPGA, or CPU packages.
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### ## Technical Specifications
Below is a summary of the core electrical and mechanical specifications for this part:
| Attribute | Specification |
| :--- | :--- |
| **Component Type** | Heat Sink (Passive Thermal Management) |
| **Material** | Aluminum (Anodized Blue) |
| **Dimensions (L x W x H)** | 45mm x 45mm x 10mm |
| **Attachment Method** | Push Pin (Plastic/Brass) |
| **Fin Style** | Straight Fin (High density) |
| **Thermal Resistance** | ~15.00°C/W (Unducted Flow @ 200 LFM) |
| **Interface Material** | Pre-applied T766 (Thermal Interface Material) |
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### ## Component Design Features
#### 1. Push Pin Mounting Mechanism
Unlike adhesive-based heat sinks, the "C1" variant uses a **push pin and spring** system.
- **Reliability:** Provides constant pressure on the processor, ensuring optimal thermal contact.
- **Serviceability:** Allows for easy removal and re-installation without damaging the PCB or leaving adhesive residue.
- **Hole Pattern:** Requires pre-drilled holes in the PCB for installation.
#### 2. Thermal Interface Material (TIM)
The part comes with **T766** pre-applied. This is a phase-change or high-conductivity pad that fills microscopic air gaps between the heat sink and the chip, significantly reducing thermal impedance.
#### 3. Material and Finish
The heat sink is constructed from **Aluminum 6063**, which offers a balance of high thermal conductivity and low weight. The **Blue Anodized** finish is not just aesthetic; it protects against corrosion and improves radiative heat transfer.
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### ## Thermal Performance Overview
The efficiency of this part is highly dependent on the airflow (CFM) within the electronic enclosure:
| Air Velocity (LFM) | Thermal Resistance (°C/W) |
| :--- | :--- |
| 200 (1.0 m/s) | 15.02 |
| 400 (2.0 m/s) | 8.90 |
| 600 (3.0 m/s) | 6.20 |
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### ## Applications
- **Networking:** Cooling switches and routers.
- **Computing:** Secondary cooling for chipsets or small FPGAs.
- **Embedded Systems:** Thermal management in industrial PCs where vibration resistance (via push pins) is required.
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What are the PCB hole requirements for the push pin installation?
- ⤷ Is there a version of this heat sink with a different fin height for tighter spaces?
- ⤷ How does the T766 thermal interface compare to standard thermal grease?