The **ATS-20F-79-C3-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 high-power transistors. --- ### 1. Technical Specifications The following table outlines the physical and thermal characteristics of this specific part: | Parameter | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Manufacturer** | Advanced Thermal Solutions Inc. | | **Series** | pushPIN™ HS | | **Material** | Aluminum (AL6063) | | **Finish** | Blue Anodized | | **Attachment Method** | Push-Pin (Spring-loaded) | | **Dimensions (L x W x H)** | 25mm x 25mm x 30mm | | **Thermal Resistance** | 2.63°C/W (at 100 LFM) | | **Fin Pattern** | Fine-Pitch (Straight Fin) | --- ### 2. Electronic Application Details This part is critical in electronics for the following reasons: * **Thermal Regulation:** It prevents thermal throttling or hardware failure by transferring heat from the semiconductor junction to the surrounding air. * **Push-Pin Mounting:** Unlike adhesive-based heat sinks, the "Push-Pin" mechanism provides consistent pressure and secure attachment, ensuring optimal contact between the heat sink base and the component. * **High Aspect Ratio Fins:** The "79" in the part number refers to a specific fin configuration designed to maximize surface area in a small 25mm footprint, ideal for densely packed PCBs. --- ### 3. Component Breakdown (Naming Convention) The part number can be decoded as follows: * **ATS:** Advanced Thermal Solutions (Brand). * **20F:** Specific product series and material type. * **79:** Unique dimension/fin geometry identifier. * **C3:** Material/Finish code (usually implies specialized thermal interface material or specific aluminum grade). * **R0:** Revision code or packaging indicator. ---