[Amps] Using computer CPU coolers on GI46b triode ?

[Joe Subich, W4TV]

On 5/9/2014 11:12 AM, Carl wrote:
> Subject: Re: [Amps] Using computer CPU coolers on GI46b triode ?
>
> I can easily see boring a CPU sink as a simpler alternative as long as a
> round silicone rubber chimney isnt required.

That may be possible with an old "block with fins" type heat sink but
many of the newer ones use a relatively thin plate/heat spreader and
tubes filled with a heat transfer fluid.  The tubes bend upward to a
radiator in the normal air flow or with or have a fan mounted to the
radiator.  Drilling/boring one of those would damage the heat tubes
and render it useless.

73,

    ... Joe, W4TV