What are the categories of industrial computer CPU coolers? How to choose?
The CPU cooler is one of the necessary accessories of the industrial computer, and it plays a very critical role in the performance of the system. In addition to the performance and compatibility of the main hardware, it is also necessary to consider the heat dissipation conditions inside the chassis, but in the market The dazzling array of radiators is really dazzling, how can you choose a suitable CPU cooler?
At present, CPU cooling methods are mainly divided into three categories, - air cooling, semiconductor cooling, water cooling, and fluorine (nitrogen) cooling. Air-cooled heat dissipation is the common heat dissipation method in which a heat sink is inlaid with a fan. It has the most types and is commonly used by everyone. The semiconductor heat sink and the combination with the fan realize the heat dissipation and cooling of the CPU.
In the operation of the industrial computer, the overall temperature of the chassis is relatively high due to overclocking and high-power computing, and the air-cooled heat dissipation is controlled by the chassis air duct. There is no such problem. The water cooling system is self-contained, and the plutonium will be interfered by the heat dissipation of the chassis. Therefore, under the condition of high-intensity operation, the water cooling can actually ensure the smooth operation of the CPU.
For general industrial control-body computer users, the CPU load is often not that large, so there is no need to pursue expensive water-cooled heat dissipation. An efficient air-cooled radiator can fully meet the heat dissipation requirements of the entire platform.
Selection of air-cooled radiators
Air-cooled radiators rely on huge fins to dissipate heat by convection. At the same price, the heat dissipation efficiency is very high. The only drawback is that it takes up a lot of chassis space and the heat is released inside. If the chassis is not very large and the air duct is not large Science, can easily become a stuffy pot. The most important factor affecting the air-cooled radiator is the design density and maximum display area of the heat sink, and the most important factor is the power of the fan.
The main effects of air cooling are as follows:
Heat sink material (because copper is too heavy, most are now mixed with copper and aluminum)
Heat sink area and density
Number of heat pipes (usually 6 copper pipes for high-end)
Fan power (adjustable)
