The **ATS-01F-182-C2-R0** is a high-performance **Heat Sink** manufactured by Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS). It is a passive electronic cooling component designed to dissipate heat from surface-mount devices like CPUs, GPUs, or power transistors. --- ### 1. Technical Specifications The part number follows a specific nomenclature that defines its physical and thermal characteristics. | Feature | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Manufacturer** | Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS) | | **Material** | Aluminum | | **Finish** | Blue Anodized | | **Attachment Method** | pushPIN™ | | **Thermal Resistance (Flow)** | 7.51°C/W @ 100 LFM | | **Dimensions (L x W)** | 40mm x 40mm | | **Height** | 15mm | | **Fin Style** | Straight Fin | --- ### 2. Key Electronic Functions While this is a mechanical part, its role in an electronic circuit is critical for stability and longevity: * **Thermal Management:** It prevents "Thermal Throttling" or catastrophic failure of semiconductors by transferring heat from the junction to the ambient air. * **pushPIN™ Attachment:** This specific model uses a spring-loaded push-pin system. This ensures consistent pressure (TIM - Thermal Interface Material compression), which optimizes the heat transfer interface between the chip and the metal. * **Blue Anodized Coating:** The blue finish isn't just aesthetic; the anodization process provides a thin layer of electrical insulation and increases the surface emissivity, slightly improving radiant heat transfer. --- ### 3. Dimensional Breakdown Understanding the physical footprint is essential for PCB layout design: | Component | Measurement | | :--- | :--- | | **Length (A)** | 40.00 mm | | **Width (B)** | 40.00 mm | | **Height (C)** | 15.00 mm | | **Pitch (E)** | 45.00 mm (Pin to Pin) | | **Pitch (F)** | 45.00 mm (Pin to Pin) | --- ### 4. Thermal Performance Profile The effectiveness of this heat sink depends on the airflow (Linear Feet per Minute) within the electronic enclosure: ```python # Approximate Thermal Resistance (Lower is better) airflow_lfm = { 100: "7.51 °C/W", 200: "4.15 °C/W", 300: "3.00 °C/W", 400: "2.38 °C/W", 500: "2.11 °C/W" } ```