The ATS-18C-169-C3-R0 is a thermal heat sink, providing heat dissipation solutions primarily for electronic components such as processors and graphics cards in desktop computers, servers, and embedded systems. It is especially optimized to be used in a highly confined space and in liquid cooling applications. In order to provide optimal thermal performance, the ATS-18C-169-C3-R0 features a large-area fin design, aluminum alloy fins, a soldered construction, and high-grade thermal paste between all layers.

Application Field

The ATS-18C-169-C3-R0 can be used to cool down a variety of electronic components in various markets, including industrial, consumer, automotive and aerospace. It is particularly suitable for cooling components in an embedded system, or in a low-profile, high-power system with a tight form factor. It is also able to effectively mitigate the thermal problems caused by high load and components of small absorbed power.

Working Principle

The ATS-18C-169-C3-R0 operates on the principle of thermal transduction. The fan on the heat sink cools down the heatsink via direct contact, while the aluminum alloy fins along the surface of the heat sink creates a surface area that radiates heat away from the component being cooled. The soldered construction and high-grade thermal paste between all layers further transfers the heat away from the component and provides additional thermal insulation.

The fan itself also works by dissipating heat away from the heatsink by circulating air through the fins on the heatsink. The fan is typically designed to spin at a specific RPM (revolutions per minute), to ensure proper cooling. As the fan spins, it directs air to the heatsink, faster air equals faster heat transfer and higher thermal efficiency.

The ATS-18C-169-C3-R0 also includes a fan guard that helps to reduce noise and protect against any potential damage that could be caused by foreign objects. The fan guard also helps to keep the dust and debris away from the heatsink, and it helps redirect any air that would otherwise be lost due to turbulence.

Conclusion

The ATS-18C-169-C3-R0 is a highly efficient and reliable thermal heat sink designed for embedded and high-power systems. It provides optimal cooling capability with its large-area fin design, aluminum alloy fins, soldered construction, and high-grade thermal paste between all layers. Additionally, the fan guard helps to reduce noise and protect the heatsink from potential damage caused by foreign objects.