The thermal compound bonds the heating and cooling elements to each other and increases thermal transfer.
Apply the thermal compound between the heatsink plate and the mating surface. The applicable thermal compound is different for different external heatsinks. When you select and apply a thermal compound, contact the thermal compound manufacturer for additional information.
Table 1 shows an example of thermal compound selection.
Table 1. Example of Thermal Compound Selection
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Manufacturer
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Type
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Model
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Application Amount
(Thickness)
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Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.
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Oil-based compound
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X-23-7795
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100 μm - 250 μm1
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