The **ATS-02A-159-C1-R0** is a high-performance **Heat Sink** manufactured by Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS). It is designed specifically for cooling electronic components such as BGA (Ball Grid Array) packages, CPUs, or GPUs. --- ## 1. Technical Specifications The following table summarizes the primary physical and thermal characteristics of this part: | Parameter | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Manufacturer** | Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS) | | **Material** | Aluminum | | **Finish** | Blue Anodized | | **Attachment Method** | pushPIN™ | | **Dimensions (L x W x H)** | 45.00mm x 45.00mm x 10.00mm | | **Thermal Resistance** | 10.68°C/W (at 100 LFM) | | **Fin Type** | Straight Fin | | **Thermal Interface Material (TIM)** | ATS-54 (Pre-applied) | --- ## 2. Key Features and Design ### A. pushPIN™ Attachment Unlike adhesive tapes or clips, this heat sink uses the **pushPIN™ system**. This involves a flexible spring-loaded mechanism that provides: * **Consistent Pressure:** Ensures the thermal interface material (TIM) is evenly compressed against the chip. * **Ease of Assembly:** Can be installed manually or with simple tools through pre-drilled holes in the PCB. ### B. Material and Coating * **Aluminum Construction:** Offers a balance of lightweight design and high thermal conductivity. * **Blue Anodized Finish:** Provides corrosion resistance and slightly improves radiative heat transfer. ### C. Thermal Performance The heat sink is categorized as "low profile" due to its 10mm height, making it ideal for compact enclosures or 1U server racks. The thermal resistance decreases significantly as airflow increases: * **@100 LFM (0.5 m/s):** 10.68°C/W * **@700 LFM (3.5 m/s):** 2.62°C/W --- ## 3. Application Use Cases This specific part is typically found in: 1. **Networking Equipment:** Routers and switches where vertical space is limited. 2. **Embedded Computing:** Industrial PC modules. 3. **Power Supplies:** Cooling voltage regulators or MOSFETs. --- ## 4. Mechanical Drawing Reference ```text (Top View) (Side View) +-----------+ 45mm +-----------+ | | | Fins | 10mm | 45mm x | +-----------+ | 45mm | | Base | | | +-----------+ +-----------+ ```