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Heat Sink Thermal Resistance Testing

What is thermal resistance?

Thermal resistance (R) refers to the ratio between the difference in temperature at the two ends of an object and the power of the heat source when heat is transferred in an object (i.e., R=T2-T1/P, with T1 being the temperature at one end of the object, T2 being the temperature at the other end of the object, and P being the power of the source of heat). The unit is K/W or °C/W. Thermal resistance impedes heat flow and is used to measure the ability of a material or system to resist heat transfer. Understanding thermal resistance helps optimize temperature control in thermal management systems.

In the case of CPU coolers, the formula for calculating thermal resistance is: R = (CPU surface temperature - ambient temperature)/thermal conductive power. the thermal resistance of a CPU cooler depends on the design of the cooler, the material, the size of the fan, the fan speed, and other parameters of the cooler.


Lori Thermal Resistance Testing Service

The thermal resistance of a heat sink is one of the key indicators for evaluating the performance of a heat sink. The lower the thermal resistance, the better the heat transfer capability of the heat sink.

Thermal resistance testing is usually performed using either the thermal conduction method or the thermal resistance method. The thermal conduction method evaluates the thermal conductivity of a material by measuring the rate at which heat is conducted through the material. The thermal resistance method calculates the thermal resistance value by measuring the temperature difference and heat flow between the two sides of the material.

As a global manufacturer and supplier of heat sinks, Lori provide professional heat sink thermal resistance testing services. Heat sink thermal resistance testing not only measures the total thermal resistance of a heat sink, but also analyzes the individual components of the heat sink. We can pinpoint the radiator's heat dissipation surface and heat radiation area through the professional heat sink thermal resistance test instrument, and further find out the reasons for the poor heat dissipation effect of the heat sinks. In addition, it is possible to compare different types and materials of heat sinks, thus providing the user with a basis for optimizing the design of the heat sink.

Important of Low Thermal Resistance

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Low thermal resistance can effectively reduce the operating temperature of the components, maintain the optimal operating temperature and prevent thermal throttling, avoiding overheating caused by failure.
A well-dissipated device can minimize the damage to components caused by overheating. Effective thermal management through low thermal resistance helps keep temperatures within safe limits and extends equipment life.
By lowering thermal resistance, heat sinks can work more efficiently, thereby improving the overall energy efficiency of the system.
Sustained high temperatures can lead to reduced equipment performance, and low thermal resistance helps keep equipment stable and operating efficiently, reducing the risk of thermal failure. This reliability and stability is important in industries such as aerospace, automotive and medical equipment.

Factors Affecting Thermal Resistance of Heat Sinks

Differences in thermal conductivity of different materials affect the thermal resistance of heat sinks. Aluminum and copper are often used as heat sink materials because of their high thermal conductivity. High quality copper or aluminum alloys can effectively reduce the thermal resistance of a heat sink.
The coating and texture of a heat sink's surface affects the distribution of heat flow. Factors such as the type of coating and surface roughness can affect the efficiency of heat transfer. heat sinks can use surface treatment technology with good heat dissipation performance, such as anodized coatings, to improve the efficiency of heat conduction.
The shape and size of the heat sink, the geometry and surface area of the fins directly affect the thermal resistance of the heat sink. Increasing the number of fins in the heat sink, improving the arrangement of fins or increasing the surface area of the heat sink can improve the heat dissipation efficiency.
The cooling efficiency also depends on the airflow around the heat sink. Airflow can accelerate the dissemination of heat. Good ventilation helps to reduce the thermal resistance of the heat sink. Heat sinks can use fans to improve airflow.
The quality of the contact between the heat sink and the heat source directly affects the thermal resistance at the interface, which affects the performance of the heat sink. The use of thermal interface materials such as thermal paste can improve the quality of contact between the heat sink and the heat source, effectively reducing thermal resistance.
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