The **ATS-12B-50-C2-R0** is a high-performance electronic thermal management component, specifically an **Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS) Push-Pin Heat Sink**. It is designed to dissipate heat from surface-mount components like CPUs, GPUs, or FPGAs. --- ## 1. Component Specifications The part number follows a specific nomenclature used by Advanced Thermal Solutions. Below are the technical specifications for this specific model: | Attribute | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Product Type** | Heat Sink (Passive Cooling) | | **Material** | Aluminum (Blue Anodized) | | **Attachment Method** | Push-Pin (Plastic or Brass) | | **Fin Type** | XC-Cut (Cross-Cut) | | **Dimensions (L x W)** | 30.00mm x 30.00mm | | **Height (H)** | 15.00mm | | **Thermal Resistance** | ~19.03 °C/W (at 100 LFM) | | **Interface Material** | T766 (Thermal Tape/Grease) | --- ## 2. Key Features * **Cross-Cut Fin Design:** The "XC-Cut" pattern allows for multi-directional airflow, making it efficient even in systems where the direction of the cooling fan may vary. * **Push-Pin Attachment:** Features a reliable push-pin mechanism with a built-in spring. This ensures consistent pressure between the heat sink and the component, optimizing heat transfer. * **Pre-Applied Thermal Interface Material (TIM):** This part usually comes with a pre-applied thermal pad or tape (T766), simplifying the assembly process in manufacturing. * **Lightweight Aluminum:** Provides a high strength-to-weight ratio and excellent thermal conductivity for its size. --- ## 3. Applications The ATS-12B-50-C2-R0 is typically used in space-constrained electronic environments where active cooling (fans) may be nearby but the component itself requires a dedicated heatsink. 1. **Telecommunications:** Network switches and routers. 2. **Embedded Systems:** Industrial PC boards. 3. **Power Supplies:** Cooling voltage regulators or power transistors. 4. **Consumer Electronics:** High-speed data processing units. --- ## 4. Part Number Breakdown (Example) To understand variations of this part, here is how the nomenclature is structured: * **ATS:** Manufacturer (Advanced Thermal Solutions). * **12B:** Series/Internal Reference. * **50:** Heat sink dimension/height reference. * **C2:** Material/Color code (typically blue anodized). * **R0:** Revision or Packaging code.