Thermal Design User Guide: MAX® 10 FPGA B610 Package

ID 851247
Date 5/20/2025
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7.1. Mechanical Design

Achieving uniform contact between the heat source and heat sink is always challenging due to real-world problems such as tolerances, die, or thermal solution warpage.

Mechanical design plays an important role in achieving the correct contact pressure and acceptable bond line thickness (BLT) range. Moreover, choosing the correct thermal interface material (TIM) involves finding the right balance between performance, compatibility issues, ease of application, and long-term stability. This section provides an overview of bond line thickness, pressure, and die warpage.