Thermal Interface Materials and Heat Sinks

In the realm of thermal management solutions, the category of Thermal Interface Materials (TIMs) and Heat Sinks plays a pivotal role in ensuring optimal performance and longevity of electronic devices. As electronic components become increasingly compact and powerful, the need for effective heat dissipation has never been more critical. This category encompasses a range of products, including heat sinks, thermal pads, and thermal sheets, all designed to facilitate efficient heat transfer from heat-generating components to the surrounding environment.

Heat sinks are passive cooling devices that absorb and dissipate heat away from critical components such as CPUs, GPUs, and power transistors. They are typically made from materials with high thermal conductivity, such as aluminum or copper, which allows them to efficiently transfer heat. The design of heat sinks can vary significantly, with options including finned structures, flat plates, and custom shapes tailored to specific applications. The choice of heat sink design is influenced by factors such as airflow, mounting space, and the thermal load of the component being cooled.

In addition to heat sinks, thermal interface materials like pads and sheets are essential for bridging the gap between heat-generating components and heat sinks. These materials are engineered to fill microscopic air gaps that can impede thermal conductivity. Thermal pads offer a soft, conformable solution that can easily adapt to uneven surfaces, while thermal sheets provide a more rigid option for applications requiring stability. Both types of TIMs are available in various thicknesses and thermal conductivities, allowing engineers to select the most suitable material for their specific needs.

Typical industry applications for this category are diverse and span across sectors such as consumer electronics, automotive, telecommunications, and industrial machinery. In consumer electronics, for instance, effective thermal management is crucial for maintaining device performance and reliability in compact designs. In automotive applications, heat sinks and TIMs are vital for managing the thermal output of electric vehicle batteries and power electronics. Similarly, in telecommunications, they help ensure the reliability of network infrastructure by managing heat in high-density server environments.

Overall, the integration of heat sinks and thermal interface materials is fundamental to the design and functionality of modern electronic systems, enabling enhanced performance, improved energy efficiency, and extended product lifespan.

Thermal Interface Materials and Heat Sinks is a subcategory of Thermal Management Solutions

Thermal Interface Materials and Heat Sinks

09450-M

Plastic fan filter assemblies with foam media

09362-M

Plastic fan filter assemblies with foam media

120-S

Various chemicals and tubing for thermal use

12.5M

Cartridge fuses and a galvanized pipe clamp

2321B

Black anodized heat sinks for cooling

230-75

Heat sinks and transformers for various uses

371824B

Black anodized metal heat sinks for BGA

374024B

Black anodized BGA heat sinks

426C-480UMB

WEDGELOCK heat sinks of specific dimensions

422C-280UMB

WEDGELOCK heat sinks in 2.80" size

531102B

Heat sinks for TO-220 applications

574502B

Heat sinks for TO-220 packages

6396B

Black anodized aluminum heat sinks for TO-220/218

6298B

TO-220/218 heat sinks for heat dissipation

7109D

Heat sinks for various surface mount components

7023B

TO-220 heat sinks for board level applications

890SP

Heat sinks of various sizes

800-034

LED and heatsink related products and accessories

921AB

Heatsinks and a proximity sensor components

9.52MM

Items with 9.52mm dimensions, 25 per pack

APF30-30

Heat sinks in various sizes and types

APF40-40

Heat sinks in various sizes for heat dissipation

BDN12

Heat sinks and related adhesive products

BDN10

Aluminum heat sinks for various applications

C2T2436F

Rack cabinet accessories for 24x36 racks

C2T1936F

Rack cabinet accessories with fan tops

DA-T263

Black anodized aluminum heatsinks for TO-263 SMD cooling

DV-T268

Aluminum heatsinks for TO-268 components, degreased and surface mountable

EYG-A121810

Graphite sheets for thermal management with various adhesive options

EYG-A121807

High-performance graphite sheets for efficient thermal management

FT-170

High-performance DC and AC fan trays for cooling applications

FT900

32-bit microcontrollers and 9-fan trays for industrial rack systems

GRM60

60mm fan filter kits with PU foam media and retainer guards

GF3500

Dual cartridge liquid gap fillers for thermal conductivity applications

HS-QB

Aluminum heat sinks with adhesive for thermal management

IEC-TO

Black insulating covers for TO-220 transistors

KM100

Omron multifunctional power meters and monitors with efficient heat sinks

LA363

Black power heatsinks for TO-3 applications in various heights

MC33263

Voltage regulators and heatsinks for electronic circuit cooling and power management

NTE303

Silicon phototransistors and thermal compounds for electronic and thermal management applications

OA600

Versatile 6-fan tray assemblies for cooling in standard enclosures

PF11000

Various voltage filter fans for rack cabinet ventilation and cooling

QII-0

High-performance thermal gap pads for efficient heat transfer

RHS10

25W wirewound rheostats for panel mounting and heat sink assemblies

SW50-2

50W power supplies and heat sinks for electronic cooling and soldering applications

T68-1

Graphite sheets and gold terminals for electrical connections

U021041

Self-adhesive thermal pads for electronic heat dissipation

WMG80

80mm wire mesh fan guards in various finishes for thermal management

XLI98

Various-sized ceramic components with LI98C adhesive

Y92B-A

Passive heat sinks for SSR and electronic cooling applications

09450-M

Plastic fan filter assemblies with foam media

09362-M

Plastic fan filter assemblies with foam media

120-S

Various chemicals and tubing for thermal use

12.5M

Cartridge fuses and a galvanized pipe clamp

2321B

Black anodized heat sinks for cooling

230-75

Heat sinks and transformers for various uses

371824B

Black anodized metal heat sinks for BGA

374024B

Black anodized BGA heat sinks

426C-480UMB

WEDGELOCK heat sinks of specific dimensions

422C-280UMB

WEDGELOCK heat sinks in 2.80" size

531102B

Heat sinks for TO-220 applications

574502B

Heat sinks for TO-220 packages

6396B

Black anodized aluminum heat sinks for TO-220/218

6298B

TO-220/218 heat sinks for heat dissipation

7109D

Heat sinks for various surface mount components

7023B

TO-220 heat sinks for board level applications

890SP

Heat sinks of various sizes

800-034

LED and heatsink related products and accessories

921AB

Heatsinks and a proximity sensor components

9.52MM

Items with 9.52mm dimensions, 25 per pack

APF30-30

Heat sinks in various sizes and types

APF40-40

Heat sinks in various sizes for heat dissipation

BDN12

Heat sinks and related adhesive products

BDN10

Aluminum heat sinks for various applications

C2T2436F

Rack cabinet accessories for 24x36 racks

C2T1936F

Rack cabinet accessories with fan tops

DA-T263

Black anodized aluminum heatsinks for TO-263 SMD cooling

DV-T268

Aluminum heatsinks for TO-268 components, degreased and surface mountable

EYG-A121810

Graphite sheets for thermal management with various adhesive options

EYG-A121807

High-performance graphite sheets for efficient thermal management

FT-170

High-performance DC and AC fan trays for cooling applications

FT900

32-bit microcontrollers and 9-fan trays for industrial rack systems

GRM60

60mm fan filter kits with PU foam media and retainer guards

GF3500

Dual cartridge liquid gap fillers for thermal conductivity applications

HS-QB

Aluminum heat sinks with adhesive for thermal management

IEC-TO

Black insulating covers for TO-220 transistors

KM100

Omron multifunctional power meters and monitors with efficient heat sinks

LA363

Black power heatsinks for TO-3 applications in various heights

MC33263

Voltage regulators and heatsinks for electronic circuit cooling and power management

NTE303

Silicon phototransistors and thermal compounds for electronic and thermal management applications

OA600

Versatile 6-fan tray assemblies for cooling in standard enclosures

PF11000

Various voltage filter fans for rack cabinet ventilation and cooling

QII-0

High-performance thermal gap pads for efficient heat transfer

RHS10

25W wirewound rheostats for panel mounting and heat sink assemblies

SW50-2

50W power supplies and heat sinks for electronic cooling and soldering applications

T68-1

Graphite sheets and gold terminals for electrical connections

U021041

Self-adhesive thermal pads for electronic heat dissipation

WMG80

80mm wire mesh fan guards in various finishes for thermal management

XLI98

Various-sized ceramic components with LI98C adhesive

Y92B-A

Passive heat sinks for SSR and electronic cooling applications