The **ATS-20F-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 integrated circuits (ICs) and surface-mount devices (SMDs). --- ### 1. Technical Specifications The part number follows a specific nomenclature that defines its physical and thermal properties. | Specification | Details | | :--- | :--- | | **Manufacturer** | Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS) | | **Series** | pushPIN™ HS Assembly | | **Material** | Aluminum (Blue Anodized Finish) | | **Attachment Type** | Push-pin (Spring-loaded) | | **Dimensions (L x W x H)** | 40mm x 40mm x 25mm | | **Fin Type** | Straight Fin | | **Thermal Resistance** | 4.14 °C/W (at 100 LFM) to 1.48 °C/W (at 700 LFM) | --- ### 2. Physical Design Features The component is engineered for maximum air-flow efficiency and ease of installation in high-density PCB environments. * **Fin Configuration:** It features a straight fin design, which is ideal for "undirected" airflow or environments where air moves in a single linear path. * **Thermal Interface Material (TIM):** This specific model typically comes with **T766** pre-applied thermal phase-change material to ensure a low-resistance path between the chip and the aluminum. * **Push-Pin Attachment:** Instead of messy adhesives, it uses a mechanical push-pin system. This provides consistent pressure (preload) on the electronic component, which improves heat transfer and allows for easier maintenance or replacement. --- ### 3. Application Use-Cases This heat sink is commonly found in electronics where high-speed processing generates significant heat: 1. **Networking Hardware:** Switches, routers, and base stations. 2. **Embedded Systems:** Industrial PCs and high-performance controllers. 3. **Power Electronics:** Voltage regulators and power modules. 4. **FPGA/CPU Cooling:** Small-form factor processors or field-programmable gate arrays. --- ### 4. Part Number Breakdown The nomenclature `ATS-20F-184-C2-R0` indicates the following: * **ATS:** Advanced Thermal Solutions (Brand). * **20:** Series number. * **F:** Fin profile/attachment type. * **184:** Specific dimensions and fin count. * **C2:** Material/Finish (Blue Anodized Aluminum). * **R0:** Packaging or Revision code.