The **ATS-10F-12-C2-R0** is a high-performance electronic thermal management component. Specifically, it is a **Heat Sink** manufactured by Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS) designed for cooling integrated circuits (ICs) and other electronic components. Below is a detailed breakdown of its specifications and electronic characteristics. --- ### 1. Technical Specifications | Parameter | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Manufacturer** | Advanced Thermal Solutions, Inc. (ATS) | | **Series** | pushPIN™ | | **Thermal Resistance** | 15.86°C/W (@ 100 LFM) | | **Attachment Method** | Push-Pin | | **Material** | Aluminum | | **Finish** | Blue Anodized | | **Dimensions (L x W x H)** | 45.00mm x 45.00mm x 12.70mm | | **Weight** | 33.11 grams | --- ### 2. Design and Engineering Features The part is engineered to dissipate heat from surface-mount components to prevent thermal throttling or hardware failure. * **Fin Configuration:** It utilizes a **Fine Pitch** design. This increases the surface area available for heat transfer, making it highly effective in systems with forced air cooling (fans). * **pushPIN™ Attachment:** Instead of messy adhesives or fragile clips, this part uses a mechanical push-pin system. This ensures consistent pressure across the interface for optimal thermal conductivity. * **Material Science:** Made from high-grade aluminum, which offers a balance between thermal conductivity and lightweight properties. The blue anodized finish provides corrosion resistance and increased emissivity. --- ### 3. Electronic Application Use-Cases This heat sink is typically found in the following electronic environments: 1. **Networking Hardware:** Cooling CPUs or ASICs in routers and switches. 2. **Embedded Systems:** Used on motherboards where vertical clearance is limited (12.7mm height). 3. **Power Electronics:** Dissipating heat from high-speed FPGA or DSP chips. --- ### 4. Part Number Breakdown (Nomenclature) The part number identifies specific attributes: * **ATS:** Advanced Thermal Solutions (Manufacturer). * **10F:** Series/Fin type identifier. * **12:** Height in millimeters (approximate). * **C2:** Material/Finish code (Blue Anodized). * **R0:** Revision or RoHS compliance status.