Heatsink Clip Load Metrology
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Figure 27. Load Cell Installation in Machined Heatsink Base Pocket (Side View)
Figure 28. Preload Test Configuration
Load Cells (3x)
Preload Fixture (copper
core with milled out pocket)
Wax to maintain load cell in
position during heatsink
installation
Height of pocket
~ height of
selected load
cell
Load cell protrusion
(Note: to be optimized depending on assembly
stiffness)