slater3333uk said:
That thread really proves nothing, If your case has proper airflow you probably dont need them. But its also important to have proper airflow if you use them as well. I have not read anywhere that 3m thermal tape acts as an insulator if you have decent airflow.
Bottom line is until MIT or someone with the labratory can test this Theory of they dont do anything, I will continue to use them.
Also I find it funny people knock on them due to cost, That thread implies they cost $20, fact is these people don't know how to shop smartly.
I just bought two Copper Heatspreader last week for
$5.50 ea shipped, and I could have purchased aluminum ones probably for half that.
So to each his own, if you want to try them do it, if not don't.
But remember be a smart shopper
OH yah if you need BGA ramsinks get them here,
8 for $5.45 shipped
People will tell you they are worthless too, but I bet a few of them secretly bought them after I posted this deal.