Is the method of applying thermal grease important? What problems are likely to occur if the operation is not standardized?

Thermal grease is a heat dissipation material. The specific heat dissipation "mission" still depends on the radiator. Thermal grease is mainly used to fill gaps, so that the radiator and the heating element are fully in contact, showing a better heat dissipation effect. As a "bridge" between the radiator and the heating element, the application method of thermal grease cannot be ignored, otherwise it will have no effect.

What are the tips for applying thermal grease?

1. Before applying thermal grease, you need to read the instructions carefully. In theory, according to the concept of the thinner the better, it needs to be applied evenly during construction, and the bubbles should be squeezed out, which can also prevent degassing in the vacuum cabinet.

2. The method of applying thermal grease is very important. You can use professional tools, such as scrapers, disposable gloves or syringe-type thermal grease. The excess grease on the edge can be wiped clean with paper towels or dust-free cloth at any time to avoid contaminating surrounding electrical components.

What problems are likely to occur if the thermal grease is not used in a standardized manner?

1. When applying thermal grease, the grease spilled around the substrate is not cleaned up. During the operation of the appliance, the silicone oil in the grease will separate slightly. The separated silicone oil will contaminate the relay and cause electrical failure.

2. When applying thermal grease, the construction requirements are not well mastered, and the thickness is uneven. Such grease cannot show the expected heat dissipation performance no matter how good the quality is.

3. When applying thermal grease, in addition to controlling the uniform thickness and thinness, pay attention to whether there are blank spaces in the substrate that are not coated. If there is no silicone grease filling in such places, air will be mixed in, reducing the thermal conductivity.

Thermal grease has a wide range of uses. Good quality products can be used not only in CPUs, but also in home appliances, communication equipment, integrated lamps, sensors, automotive electronics, water heaters, and other fields. For example, TENSAN focuses on the research of thermal grease and provides customized thermal grease application solutions. When purchasing, you only need to purchase the matching thermal grease according to the thermal conductivity index required by the appliance.