The **ATS-13D-41-C3-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 cooling electronic components like CPUs, GPUs, or high-power transistors. --- ### 1. Technical Specifications The model number encodes specific physical and thermal characteristics: | Property | Specification | Details | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Heat Sink Type** | Push-Pin | Secure mechanical attachment | | **Material** | Aluminum | Blue Anodized finish | | **Dimensions** | 40mm x 40mm | Square footprint | | **Height** | 17.5mm | Low-profile clearance | | **Fin Style** | XC-Cut | Straight fins for cross-flow airflow | | **Thermal Resistance** | 10.11 °C/W | Measured at 100 LFM (linear feet per minute) | | **Attachment Method** | Push-Pin (Brass) | Uses compression springs | --- ### 2. Physical Design Features The ATS-13D-41-C3-R0 is engineered for maximum heat dissipation within restricted spaces: * **XC-Cut Fin Pattern:** The fins are designed with a specific gap to allow air to pass through both vertically and horizontally, making it versatile for different airflow directions within an enclosure. * **Push-Pin Mounting:** Unlike adhesive-based heat sinks, this uses a spring-loaded push-pin system. This provides **consistent pressure** across the thermal interface material (TIM), ensuring better heat transfer. * **Thermal Interface Material (TIM):** This specific model typically comes with **T766** pre-applied. This is a high-performance phase-change material that fills microscopic gaps between the chip and the heat sink. --- ### 3. Application Use Cases Electronic engineers typically specify this part for: 1. **Network Switches/Routers:** Cooling high-speed processing chips. 2. **Industrial PCs:** Where vibration resistance is needed (push-pins are more secure than tape). 3. **Power Electronics:** Dissipating heat from MOSFETs or voltage regulators. --- ### 4. Comparison to Alternative Models | Feature | ATS-13D-41-C3-R0 | Standard Passive Sink | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Mounting** | Mechanical (Vibration resistant) | Adhesive (May peel over time) | | **Airflow** | Optimized for Cross-flow | Directional (Single axis) | | **Maintenance** | Reusable/Removable | Permanent/Difficult to remove |