The **ATS-P2-20-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 integrated circuits (ICs) and other electronic components to prevent thermal throttling or hardware failure. --- ### 1. Technical Specifications Below are the primary physical and thermal characteristics of the part: | Parameter | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Manufacturer** | Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS) | | **Series** | pushPIN™ | | **Material** | Aluminum | | **Finish** | Blue Anodized | | **Dimensions (L x W)** | 54.00 mm x 40.00 mm | | **Height** | 25.00 mm | | **Attachment Method** | Push-Pin (Plastic or Brass) | | **Thermal Resistance** | ~7.14°C/W (Unducted Flow @ 100 LFM) | --- ### 2. Key Features * **pushPIN™ Attachment:** This model uses a spring-loaded push-pin mechanism. This ensures consistent pressure across the interface for optimal heat transfer and allows for quick, tool-free installation. * **High-Performance Fin Design:** The "P2" designation refers to the specific fin pattern designed to maximize surface area while maintaining low pressure drop for airflow. * **Pre-Applied Thermal Interface Material (TIM):** Most versions of this part come with a pre-applied high-performance thermal pad or grease to simplify assembly. * **Durability:** The Blue Anodized finish provides corrosion resistance and increased emissivity for better radiative cooling. --- ### 3. Application Use Cases The ATS-P2-20-C2-R0 is typically used in environments where reliable cooling is critical for high-speed electronics: 1. **Networking Hardware:** Switches, routers, and high-speed modems. 2. **Embedded Systems:** Industrial PCs and controllers. 3. **Power Electronics:** Voltage regulators and high-power transistors. 4. **Processors:** Cooling FPGAs, ASICs, or smaller CPUs in space-constrained enclosures. --- ### 4. Part Number Breakdown (Nomenclature) Understanding the suffix codes helps in identifying specific variants: * **20:** Represents the specific physical configuration/dimension set in the ATS catalog. * **C2:** Refers to the specific material and thermal performance grade. * **R0:** Typically denotes the revision number or packaging type (Standard RoHS compliant).