The **ATS-12F-151-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" series designed for secure attachment to printed circuit boards (PCBs). ### 1. Component Specifications Below are the primary technical specifications for this specific part number: | Attribute | Detail | | :--- | :--- | | **Manufacturer** | Advanced Thermal Solutions, Inc. (ATS) | | **Material** | Aluminum (Blue Anodized) | | **Attachment Method** | Push-Pin (Plastic) | | **Fin Style** | Straight (Square) | | **Thermal Resistance** | 3.90°C/W (at 200 LFM) | | **Dimensions (L x W x H)** | 35mm x 35mm x 20mm | | **Spring Type** | Compression Spring | --- ### 2. Functional Breakdown To understand how this part functions within an electronic system, we can look at its core features: #### A. Thermal Performance The "C1" in the part number indicates a specific thermal profile. The heat sink is designed to dissipate heat from high-power components like CPUs, GPUs, or FPGAs. The straight fin design allows for efficient airflow, particularly in systems with forced convection (fans). #### B. Mechanical Attachment (Push-Pin) Unlike adhesive-based heat sinks, the **R0** series utilizes a push-pin and spring mechanism: * **Hole Pattern:** Requires pre-drilled holes in the PCB. * **Constant Pressure:** The spring ensures uniform pressure across the thermal interface material (TIM), preventing gaps that cause overheating. * **Durability:** It is more resistant to shock and vibration compared to "peel-and-stick" tape solutions. #### C. Material and Coating * **Aluminum 6063:** Provides high thermal conductivity while remaining lightweight. * **Blue Anodized Finish:** This is not just for aesthetics; the anodization layer provides increased surface area at a microscopic level and protects the aluminum from corrosion. --- ### 3. Part Number Decoder The part number **ATS-12F-151-C1-R0** can be broken down as follows: 1. **ATS:** Manufacturer (Advanced Thermal Solutions). 2. **12F:** Series designation (Push-pin type). 3. **151:** Specific dimensions/fin geometry code. 4. **C1:** Thermal performance/material specification. 5. **R0:** Revision or packaging code. ---