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News Release from: Tyco Electronics - Comns Computer Consumer Elctrns | Subject: CardBus connectors
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 20 July 2006
CardBus connectors keep their cool
CardBus connector technology incorporates an integrated heatsink to address thermal concerns.
Tyco Electronics' standardised CardBus connector technology, based on the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA) standards, now offers customers an integrated heatsink to address their thermal concerns Initially, CardBus connector technology with integrated heatsink was developed to meet the thermal needs in set-top boxes and flat screen televisions
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 9 Sep 2005 at 8.00am (UK)
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Tyco Electronics' standardised CardBus connector with integrated heatsink utilises specialised interface material for optimum thermal performance and conductivity.
The product features an aluminium extruded heatsink for use in low watt card applications.
The holes of the standardised mounting ejector mechanism allow for top-level expansion of the heatsink.
The engagement is via a "hinge" action, allowing for direct contact of the heatsink and the PC card.
The unique design of the card ejector mechanism prolongs Thermal Interface Material (TIM) life and promotes simplicity in the insertion and removal of the PC Card.
The low height and compact size of the CardBus connector with heatsink allows for greater design flexibility in customer applications.
Tyco Electronics Product Manager Eric Himelright comments: "This particular solution for PCMCIA applications showcases Tyco Electronics' ability to integrate our thermal expertise into our existing connector base to solve our customers' thermal concerns".
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