Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) in TIM Procurement: Moving Beyond Price-Per-Sheet
For procurement professionals, the initial price-per-unit of a Thermal Interface Material (TIM) is a clear metric. However, focusing solely on […]
Breathing New Life into Old Gear: Upgrading Thermal Interface Materials in Legacy Systems
Is an older server running hotter and louder than it used to? Is a legacy industrial PC threatening to overheat?
Biocompatibility & Beyond: Selecting Thermal Interface Materials for Medical Electronics
In medical electronics—from portable diagnostics to implanted devices—thermal management must adhere to a paradigm where patient safety is paramount. This moves
Obsolescence Management: Securing a Long-Term Supply of Thermal Interface Materials for Legacy Products
For products with multi-decade lifecycles—such as medical imaging systems, industrial controllers, or avionics—a sudden discontinuation of a single component can
Reading the Signs: A Guide to Thermal Pad Failure Analysis and Root Cause Identification
When a field unit overheats, the thermal interface material (TIM) is often a suspect. Conducting a systematic failure analysis can reveal the
Writing Bulletproof TIM Specs: Key Clauses to Include in Your RFQ and Design Documentation
An unclear or incomplete technical specification is the root cause of many supply chain issues. When sourcing a Thermal Interface
From Wax to Wonder: The Evolution of Phase Change Materials in Electronics Cooling
Today’s sophisticated phase change thermal pads are the result of decades of incremental innovation, driven by one relentless force: the
Pushing the Limits: Thermal Interface Materials in Downhole, Aerospace, and Space Applications
While consumer electronics push the boundaries of heat flux, other fields challenge thermal interface materials (TIMs) with environmental extremes far
Ask the Expert: Your Top 5 Thermal Pad Questions, Answered
Whether you’re building a gaming PC, repairing a laptop, or prototyping a new device, thermal pads can be confusing. We’ve
The Economics of Scale: How Bulk TIM Procurement and Custom Formatting Drive Down Total Cost
For manufacturers producing hundreds of thousands or millions of units, the cost dynamics of component sourcing shift dramatically. The focus
The Silent Partner: How Thermal Pad Selection Influences Noise in Fan-Cooled Systems
In the quest for quieter electronics, engineers focus on fan size, bearing type, and PWM curves. However, an often-overlooked factor
Using Thermally Conductive but Electrically Insulating Pads in Transparent or Aesthetic Designs
When form meets function, every internal component matters. For products with transparent casings, interior lighting, or meticulously designed visible interiors,