ATS-19F-54-C2-R0
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The **ATS-19F-54-C2-R0** is a specific electronic component manufactured by **Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS)**. It is a high-performance heat sink designed for cooling electronic components like CPUs, GPUs, or FPGAs.
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### 1. Technical Specifications
The part number follows a specific nomenclature used by ATS to define the physical and thermal characteristics of the device.
| Property | Specification |
| :--- | :--- |
| **Manufacturer** | Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS) |
| **Series** | pushPIN™ Heat Sink |
| **Attachment Method** | Push-Pin (Plastic or Brass) |
| **Material** | Aluminum (Blue Anodized) |
| **Thermal Resistance** | ~7.00 °C/W (Unducted Flow) |
| **Dimensions (L x W x H)** | 35mm x 35mm x 35mm |
| **Fin Type** | Fine Pitch (Straight Fin) |
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### 2. Breakdown of the Part Number
The part number can be decoded as follows:
* **ATS**: Brand (Advanced Thermal Solutions).
* **19**: Series identifier.
* **F**: Fin Pitch/Type (often denotes a specific fin density).
* **54**: Physical size/configuration code.
* **C2**: Material/Finish code (Aluminum with Blue Anodized finish).
* **R0**: Revision or specific packaging/mounting kit version.
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### 3. Key Electronic/Mechanical Features
#### A. Attachment Mechanism
The "pushPIN™" system uses a flexible attachment method. It includes:
* A pre-drilled hole pattern on the PCB.
* A compression spring to provide uniform pressure across the thermal interface material (TIM).
* This ensures maximum heat transfer by maintaining consistent contact between the sink and the chip.
#### B. Thermal Performance
This heat sink is designed for **forced air cooling**. In a system with a fan, the vertical fins allow air to pass through, stripping heat away from the aluminum surface. The thermal resistance decreases significantly as the Airflow (Measured in Linear Feet per Minute - LFM) increases.
#### C. Environmental & Compliance
* **RoHS Compliant:** Lead-free and environmentally safe.
* **Material:** Lightweight aluminum allows for high thermal conductivity without adding significant weight to the PCB assembly.
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### 4. Typical Applications
* **Networking:** Routers, switches, and base stations.
* **Embedded Systems:** Industrial PCs and automation controllers.
* **Power Electronics:** Cooling MOSFETs or power modules.
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What is the thermal resistance of this part at 200 LFM airflow?
- ⤷ What size PCB holes are required for the push-pin attachment?
- ⤷ Can this heat sink be used with a custom thermal pad or grease?