Can Sauna be used to find the optimum fin spacing for a heat sink?
Yes. Fin optimization can be accomplished in two different ways. First, there is a utility for optimizing fin spacing and thickness within Sauna’s Toolbox. Second, it’s also possible to optimize fins by performing what-if modifications of the Sauna model. Fin spacing can be optimized for both natural and forced air cooling. Sauna can even optimize fins for unconventional fin orientations, such as naturally cooled horizontal baseplate heat sinks.
