The part number **ATS-20D-68-C2-R0** refers to a high-performance **heat sink** manufactured by **Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS)**. It is part of their "superGRIP" series, designed for cooling electronic components such as BGAs (Ball Grid Arrays) and CPUs. ### 1. Technical Specifications | Feature | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Manufacturer** | Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS) | | **Material** | Aluminum | | **Finish** | Blue Anodized | | **Dimension (Length/Width)** | 45mm x 45mm | | **Height** | 15mm | | **Fin Style** | Straight Fin | | **Thermal Resistance** | 15.30°C/W (at 200 LFM) | | **Attachment Method** | superGRIP (Clip-on) | --- ### 2. Breakdown of the Part Number The alphanumeric string follows a specific naming convention used by ATS: * **ATS**: Manufacturer (Advanced Thermal Solutions). * **20D**: Refers to the specific series/profile of the heat sink. * **68**: Designates the specific dimensions (45mm x 45mm base). * **C2**: Indicates the thermal interface material (TIM) or the finish (Blue Anodized). * **R0**: Refers to the revision or packaging standard. --- ### 3. Key Features and Applications #### A. Attachment Mechanism This unit uses the **superGRIP** attachment system. Unlike adhesive-based heat sinks, this uses a plastic frame and a metallic clip. * **No Holes Required:** It attaches directly to the component without needing holes in the PCB. * **High Retention:** It provides strong pressure for better thermal transfer and is resistant to shock and vibration. #### B. Material and Coating * **Aluminum Construction:** Provides a lightweight solution with high thermal conductivity. * **Blue Anodizing:** This is not just for aesthetics; the anodized layer provides electrical insulation and improves corrosion resistance. #### C. Typical Use Cases * **Telecommunications:** Network switches and routers. * **Computing:** High-speed processors and graphics chips. * **Industrial:** Power supplies and motor controllers that require efficient heat dissipation in a small footprint. ---