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Why wouldn I use round pin heatsinks for all applications?

April 26, 2017applications heatsinks Pin round

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Why wouldn I use round pin heatsinks for all applications?

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Though round pin designs provide more efficient cooling, they are typically less effective from a pressure drop standpoint. A large, round pin heat sink can choke off the airflow immediately downstream. This is generally not a concern if the part is small.