The **ATS-18D-47-C3-R0** is a high-performance electronic thermal management component, specifically a **Heat Sink** manufactured by *Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS)*. It belongs to the **Blue-Anodized "pushPIN™"** series. --- ### 1. Technical Specifications Below are the primary physical and thermal characteristics of the component: | Feature | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Material** | Aluminum (AL6063) | | **Finish** | Blue Anodized | | **Dimensions (L x W)** | 25mm x 25mm | | **Height** | 30mm | | **Pitch** | 4.3mm | | **Attachment Type** | pushPIN™ (Spring-loaded) | | **Thermal Resistance** | 3.02°C/W (at 200 LFM) | --- ### 2. Design and Construction The design of this heat sink is optimized for high-density electronic assemblies: * **Cross-Cut Fin Pattern:** The "47" in the part number refers to a specific fin configuration. The cross-cut design allows for multidirectional airflow, making it efficient in both horizontal and vertical mounting orientations. * **Push-Pin Attachment:** Instead of messy adhesives or fragile clips, this part uses a mechanical push-pin system. This ensures consistent pressure against the chip for optimal heat transfer and makes it easy to install or remove for maintenance. * **Pre-Applied Thermal Interface Material (TIM):** This specific model typically comes with **T412** thermal tape or grease already applied to the base, ensuring a low-resistance path between the component and the heat sink. --- ### 3. Electronic Application This component is typically used to cool integrated circuits (ICs) that generate significant heat during operation. Common applications include: 1. **High-Speed Networking:** Cooling for ASICs and high-speed processors in switches and routers. 2. **Power Electronics:** Thermal management for MOSFETs or power regulators. 3. **Embedded Systems:** Industrial PCs or IoT gateways where space is limited but thermal loads are high. --- ### 4. Part Number Breakdown Understanding the suffix helps in selecting the correct variant: * **ATS:** Manufacturer (Advanced Thermal Solutions). * **18D:** Series/Type. * **47:** Specific Fin geometry/count. * **C3:** Material/Thermal performance grade. * **R0:** Revision/RoHS compliance status.