The **ATS-16H-72-C2-R0** is a high-performance electronic thermal management component, specifically a **Heatsink** designed by Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS). It is part of the "pushPIN™" family, engineered to provide efficient cooling for electronic components like CPUs, GPUs, or power transistors. --- ### 1. Technical Specifications The part number provides specific details about its dimensions, material, and thermal performance. | Parameter | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Manufacturer** | Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS) | | **Base Part Number** | ATS-16H-72-C2-R0 | | **Dimensions (L x W x H)** | 45.00mm x 45.00mm x 35.00mm | | **Material** | Aluminum | | **Finish** | Blue Anodized | | **Attachment Method** | pushPIN™ (Spring-loaded) | | **Thermal Resistance** | 5.11°C/W (Unducted Flow @ 100 LFM) | | **Thermal Interface Material** | T766 (High Performance Polymer) | --- ### 2. Key Design Features * **PushPIN™ Technology:** This part utilizes a specialized mounting system consisting of a spring and plastic or brass pins. This ensures consistent pressure across the interface, maximizing heat transfer while preventing damage to the PCB. * **Fin Geometry:** It features a **Straight Fin** design. This is optimal for environments where there is a clear, directional airflow provided by a system fan. * **Material Choice:** Made from 6063 Aluminum, which offers a balance between high thermal conductivity and lightweight properties. * **Pre-Applied Thermal Interface Material (TIM):** The unit comes with **T766** pre-applied. This saves time during assembly and ensures the thermal bond between the chip and the heatsink is optimized. --- ### 3. Part Number Breakdown Understanding the nomenclature helps in identifying variations of this part: | Segment | Meaning | Detail | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **ATS-16** | Series | Part of the pushPIN™ series | | **H** | Attachment | High-performance spring/pin | | **72** | Model ID | Internal design code for specific fin density/height | | **C2** | Thermal Material | Indicates the type of TIM applied (T766) | | **R0** | Finish/Revision | "R0" indicates Blue Anodized finish | --- ### 4. Typical Applications The ATS-16H-72-C2-R0 is commonly used in: 1. **Telecommunications:** Cooling of high-speed networking switches and routers. 2. **Embedded Systems:** Industrial PCs where space is limited but thermal output is high. 3. **Power Supplies:** Managing the heat of MOSFETs or voltage regulators. ---