The **ATS-20D-184-C2-R0** is a high-performance electronic thermal management component, specifically a **Heat Sink** manufactured by Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS). It is designed to dissipate heat from electronic components like CPUs, GPUs, or power transistors to prevent thermal throttling or hardware failure. --- ## 1. Technical Specifications Below are the primary physical and thermal characteristics of this specific model: | Parameter | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Material** | Aluminum | | **Finish** | Blue Anodized | | **Attachment Method** | pushPIN™ (Spring-loaded) | | **Dimensions (L x W x H)** | 40mm x 40mm x 25mm | | **Thermal Resistance (Flowing)** | 1.19 °C/W @ 200 LFM | | **Thermal Resistance (Static)** | 4.11 °C/W (Natural Convection) | | **Pressure Drop** | 0.12 in-H2O @ 200 LFM | --- ## 2. Key Component Features ### A. pushPIN™ Attachment Unlike standard adhesive-based heat sinks, this model uses a **pushPIN™** system. * **Mechanism:** It consists of a pin and a compression spring. * **Benefit:** Provides consistent pressure across the interface, ensuring better thermal contact and reliability in high-vibration environments. ### B. Cross-Cut Fin Design The heat sink features a **cross-cut** (or pin-fin-like) pattern. * **Airflow:** This allows for multidirectional airflow, making it effective even if the air direction is not perfectly aligned with the fins. * **Surface Area:** The design maximizes the surface area to volume ratio for efficient heat transfer. ### C. Blue Anodized Coating The surface is treated with a blue anodized finish. * **Durability:** Protects the aluminum from corrosion. * **Emissivity:** Increases the radiant heat transfer capabilities compared to raw aluminum. --- ## 3. Thermal Interface Material (TIM) The part number indicates it typically comes with **ATS-CPX-0521** or similar pre-applied thermal material. This ensures: 1. Elimination of air gaps between the component and the heat sink. 2. Immediate "out-of-the-box" installation without needing separate thermal paste. --- ## 4. Part Number Breakdown The nomenclature `ATS-20D-184-C2-R0` can be decoded as follows: * **ATS:** Advanced Thermal Solutions (Manufacturer). * **20:** Series designation. * **D:** Specific attachment or hardware variation. * **184:** Unique geometry and fin configuration ID. * **C2:** Material/Finish code (typically Aluminum with Blue Anodization). * **R0:** Revision or packaging code.