How To Tell If Heatsink is aluminum?
How To Tell If Heatsink is aluminum?
Check the heatsink material before replacing the paste. Since you haven’t found any copper, it might not be aluminum. The steel-like feel suggests a different base metal. Consider confirming with the manufacturer or using a thermal test to ensure compatibility.
Another method is to use a magnet; I'm unsure if the copper components are close enough to make the difference. For steel, copper, and nickel are magnetic, whereas aluminum isn't.
I own a Noctua nh-l9x65, it's clearly copper. Magnets won't stick to it (about 1 inch diameter, roughly half an inch thick neodymium). E: Yes, sure, OP, reaching out to the maker might reveal their material choices.
It seems copper benefits from a touch of iron or nickel to enhance magnet strength. Appreciate the insights from primary and secondary learning about its magnetic properties.
I smoothed it for roughly three minutes and didn’t detect any copper. Still, I’ll test the magnets next.
It seems like you're describing a material based on its properties. Copper is known for being dense and heavy, which helps identify it.
Magnets didn’t adhere well, which is confusing. I’m not sure I should just apply liquid metal and risk damaging the component if it means losing affordable cooling solutions.
Reject this idea. Use a real MX4 and apply it well. Spread it out effectively.
Sure, I’ll proceed with that right away. Perhaps I’ll end up with a lucky pick featuring the copper contact.