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Edge computing devices are often installed environmentally severe and/or remote locations where reliable, long-term operation is essential. It is critical to thermally manage the CPUs, FPGAs, GPUs and other processing devices housed inside. Active cooling from ATS fanSINKs provides the cooling airflow continuously needed at the device level.

fanSINKs feature cross-cut, straight fins that maximize fan airflow for more efficient cooling. They are available for component packages from 27mm-84mm. Depending on their size, fanSINKs can be securely clipped onto a device with the ATS maxiGRIP attachment system, or with PEM screws or push pin hardware for direct attachment to the PCB. Smaller fanSINKs attach with maxiGRIP’s high performance plastic frame clip and 300 series stainless steel spring clip. The secure maxiGRIP attachment eliminates the need to drill holes in the PCB. Larger size fanSINKs fit tightly on components and attach firmly to the PCB with standoff and spring hardware.

fanSINKs are pre-assembled with Chomerics T-412 thermal adhesive tape (smaller sizes), or with Chomerics T-766 phase change thermal interface material (larger sizes). These proven interface materials increase heat flow into the sinks to maximize cooling performance. Fans for use with fanSINKs are customer specified and provided.

fanSINKS can be purchased via ATS’s global distribution network, including Mouser and Digi-Key and Sager. Also, Sager provides customer specific value add of fans to meet customer application requirements.

==> Learn about our Edge Computing and Appliance fanSINKS at ATS’s website