Yes, they are properly mounted.

NoBoomsGurl
Junior Member

11-04-2016, 11:37 PM

Hi, your GA-A320M-S2H V2 board is a budget model without VRM heatsinks. I’ve added some as much as possible, but I’m worried about potential interference with capacitors. Are the heatsinks properly placed? For extra cooling without relying solely on airflow, consider adding a small fan or using thermal pads. Let me know if you need more tips!

NoBoomsGurl

11-04-2016, 11:37 PM #1

megacoolman
Junior Member

11-05-2016, 07:02 PM

Given the size of the area available, they appear reasonable.

megacoolman

11-05-2016, 07:02 PM #2

Given the size of the area available, they appear reasonable.

SOBGelo
Member

162

11-05-2016, 07:17 PM

But isn't there any risk of short circuit with a heatsink touching a capacitor?

SOBGelo

11-05-2016, 07:17 PM #3

But isn't there any risk of short circuit with a heatsink touching a capacitor?

strikerzx_1606
Junior Member

11-05-2016, 08:07 PM

Upon another review, it appears there might be some contact. I’m not entirely confident about the outcome if the heatsink touches those caps.

strikerzx_1606

11-05-2016, 08:07 PM #4

Upon another review, it appears there might be some contact. I’m not entirely confident about the outcome if the heatsink touches those caps.

C00lb0y
Member

218

11-05-2016, 08:51 PM

It will only create issues when it comes into contact with the caps' terminals; otherwise, the body or the can remains separate from the circuit.

C00lb0y

11-05-2016, 08:51 PM #5

It will only create issues when it comes into contact with the caps' terminals; otherwise, the body or the can remains separate from the circuit.

gogofrgl1234
Senior Member

718

11-05-2016, 11:08 PM

When the package lacks heatsink components, they are likely unnecessary. The airflow from the built-in Wraith cooler should suffice for cooling the VRMs.

gogofrgl1234

11-05-2016, 11:08 PM #6

When the package lacks heatsink components, they are likely unnecessary. The airflow from the built-in Wraith cooler should suffice for cooling the VRMs.