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6.2 Heat Spreader
Model EPS-8130-XT contains a heat spreader which serves as both a cooling method and a mounting method f or
the board. The heat spreader is the same size as the board and uses a thermal pad to contact the Ethernet switch
IC. The I/O connectors overhang the board and heat spreader so they can still be accessed . The heat spreader is
intended f or direct mounting to the inner surf ace of the system enclosure. Thermal grease may be applied to the
junction if desired. The heat spreader enables the EPS-8130 to operate over the f ull industrial temperature range
of -40 to +85
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Custom heat spreaders can be designed to meet particular application requirements. Examples include a larger
size to enable mounting f rom the interior or a dif f erent mounting hole pattern.