Many electronic components designed for high-performance applications still don't account for the harsh demands of high-temperature applications. Without appropriate thermal management, electronic components will degrade over time, causing problems ranging from minor errors to critical failures. Heat sinks help to safely dissipate heat within electronic components. This resource discusses:

• Modes of Heat Transfer
• Factors that Impact Heat Sink Performance
• Common Heat Sink Materials
• Types of Heat Sinks
• Industries that Use High-Power Heat Sinks

High-power heat sinks are used when thermal management is mission-critical. Examples of challenging, extreme-temperature applications include:

• Medical Imagining Equipment
• Surgical Lasers
• Railways
• Electrical Infrastructures
• Airborne Systems

Utilize this guide to thermal management components throughout the design process.