The Gembird Thermal Compound Paste for heatsinks is the perfect solution to keep your computer’s C...The Gembird Thermal Compound Paste for heatsinks is the perfect solution to keep your computer’s CPU cool. With a practical syringe for easy application, this product assists the heat dissipation from a CPU, chipset, or processor to a heatsink, ensuring optimal performance and increasing the longevity of your system. The grease boasts excellent thermal impedance, which ensures efficient heat transfer and dissipation. Its perfect stability means that it won’t separate, run, migrate, or bleed, providing a reliable and long-lasting solution for cooling your computer’s CPU. Additionally, Gembird’s thermal compound is non-capacitive and electrically conductive, ensuring it won’t cause any damage to your computer components. Invest in this high-quality thermal compound for heatsinks to maintain the ideal temperature for your CPU and keep your system running smoothly. This thermal paste is designed for efficient heat transfer and dissipation, suitable for CPUs, chipsets, and processors. It comes in a convenient 1.5g syringe for easy application. The compound is stable, non-capacitive, and electrically conductive, ensuring reliable performance and component safety. Its thermal conductivity is 4.5 W/M-K.
The Gembird TG-G1.5-01 thermal compound is designed for PC enthusiasts and builders needing reliable thermal transfer between CPUs, chipsets, or processors and their heatsinks. Its key benefit is ensuring optimal system performance and longevity through efficient heat dissipation. A potential caveat is its electrical conductivity, requiring careful application to avoid short circuits. This 1.5g grey compound offers excellent thermal impedance, stability, and comes in a practical syringe for easy application.
All features
Colour
Grey
Model Part Number
TG-G1.5-01
Brand
GEMBIRD
Extended Product Information
FAQs
What is the purpose of thermal compound?
Thermal compound fills microscopic gaps between a heat-generating component (like a CPU) and its heatsink, improving heat transfer and preventing overheating.
How much paste should I use?
A small, pea-sized amount in the center of the CPU is usually sufficient. The pressure from mounting the heatsink will spread it evenly.
Is this thermal paste safe for my components?
Yes, it is non-capacitive and electrically conductive. While conductivity requires careful application to avoid short circuits, the compound itself is designed not to damage components.
How often should I reapply thermal paste?
It is generally recommended to reapply thermal paste every 1 to 3 years, or sooner if you notice a significant increase in component temperatures.
What does '4.5 W/m·K' mean?
This is the thermal conductivity rating, indicating how well the material transfers heat. A higher number signifies better heat transfer efficiency.
Can I use this on a GPU?
Yes, this thermal compound is suitable for GPUs and other heat-generating components that require a thermal interface material.
What is the operating temperature range?
The compound can operate effectively in a wide temperature range, from -50°C to 240°C.
Troubleshooting
CPU temperatures are high after application
Ensure the heatsink is properly mounted with even pressure. Re-clean both surfaces and reapply a small amount of paste, ensuring not too much or too little was used. Verify the heatsink fan is functioning correctly.
Paste seems too thick or too thin
The viscosity (76 CPS) is within normal operating parameters. If it seems difficult to spread manually, ensure the surfaces are clean. For application, the pressure from the heatsink mount is designed to spread it.
Electrical short circuit suspected
If you suspect the electrically conductive paste has touched unintended components, immediately power off the system. Carefully clean the affected areas with isopropyl alcohol and a lint-free cloth before powering on again. Ensure paste application was contained to the CPU IHS only.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Ensures effective heat dissipation for CPU and other components.
Stable formulation prevents separation and maintains performance.
Easy to apply with the included syringe.
Suitable for a wide range of operating temperatures.
Non-capacitive and electrically conductive properties enhance component safety if applied correctly.
Cons
Electrically conductive, requiring careful application to avoid short circuits.
1.5g size may be insufficient for multiple applications or extensive cooling needs.
Specific viscosity (76 CPS) might be thicker or thinner than preferred by some users.
Grey color may not match all system aesthetics if visible.
Setup, Compatibility & Care
Setup:
Ensure the CPU and heatsink contact surfaces are clean and free of old thermal paste, dust, and oils. Use isopropyl alcohol and a lint-free cloth for cleaning.
Carefully dispense a small, pea-sized amount of thermal paste onto the center of the CPU's integrated heat spreader (IHS).
Mount the heatsink onto the CPU, applying even pressure. The heatsink's mounting mechanism will spread the paste.
Compatibility:
Compatible with all standard CPUs, chipsets, and processors that utilize a heatsink.
Suitable for desktops, laptops, and other devices requiring CPU cooling.
Care:
Store the syringe with the cap securely fastened in a cool, dry place.
Avoid touching the paste tip to prevent contamination.
While stable, it's advisable to reapply thermal paste every 1-3 years, or if system temperatures increase significantly, to maintain optimal performance.