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Light grey square thermal pad sheet 100 by 100 by .5 mm

ARCTIC

ARCTIC TP-3 thermal pad 100 x 100 x .5 mm

SKU CH-D6E9-38P8Y

A soft silicone thermal pad measuring 100 x 100 x .5 mm for bridging gaps on GPUs, CPUs and memory modules

  • Thinner profile reduces thermal resistance with 0.5 mm pad
  • Soft silicone compound conforms to uneven chip heights for better contact
  • Electrically insulating material prevents short circuits on sensitive components
  • Vibration-damping property protects solder joints in mobile devices
  • Easily cut to custom shapes for RAM, GPU or chipset use

What it is and who needs it

The ARCTIC TP-3 is a premium thermal pad designed to fill gaps between components and heatsinks. It suits PC builders, laptop owners and console modifiers who need reliable heat transfer for memory modules, chipsets or graphics-card ICs.

Build quality and daily handling

The silicone-based material is extremely soft and mouldable, allowing it to conform to uneven surfaces and bridge height differences between closely spaced chips. It contains no metal particles, is electrically insulating and non-capacitive, so accidental contact with circuitry causes no damage. The pad can be cut to the exact shape required for each application.

Thermals, noise and power in use

By minimising thermal resistance through its thin profile and high compressibility, the pad conducts heat efficiently without adding mechanical stress. It also provides vibration damping while maintaining stable thermal performance across the operating temperature range. No power is drawn and no noise is generated during operation.

Highlights

  • Thinner profile reduces thermal resistance with 0.5 mm pad
  • Soft silicone compound conforms to uneven chip heights for better contact
  • Electrically insulating material prevents short circuits on sensitive components
  • Vibration-damping property protects solder joints in mobile devices
  • Easily cut to custom shapes for RAM, GPU or chipset use

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How thick is the .5 mm TP-3 pad once it compresses under a cooler?

The pad is supplied at .5 mm; its compression behaviour is not quantified, so the installed thickness will depend on mounting pressure and the gap being filled.

Can the 100 x 100 mm sheet be cut to fit a laptop GPU or RAM module?

Yes, the material is mouldable and electrically insulating, so it can be trimmed with scissors or a knife to match any component outline.

What is the correct way to apply the TP-3 pad without tearing the soft silicone?

Peel the protective film, place the pad gently on the die, then lower the heatsink straight down — do not slide or stretch the pad during installation.

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