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Micro Connectors

Micro Connectors NGFFM2-TP2280 M.2 2280 thermal pad kit 3.2W/mK 0.75mm 1.75mm

SKU CH-ASN0-Q6P5F

Thermal pad kit with 3.2 W/mK conductivity includes 0.75 mm and 1.75 mm pads for single- and double-sided M.2 2280 SSDs

  • MaterialThermal Conductivity: 3.2W/mK Color: Blue Dimension: 74 x 20
  • FeaturesGreat heat conduction to prevent your M.2 SSD from throttlin
  • Prevents SSD throttling with 3.2W/mK thermal conductivity
  • Fits M.2 2280 drives up to 74 x 20mm dimensions
  • Two pads included: 0.75mm and 1.75mm thicknesses
  • Works with connector heights below 4mm on adapters
  • Simple installation requires no special tools

M.2 2280 thermal pad kit

This kit contains two blue thermal pads sized for M.2 2280 drives. One pad measures 0.75 mm thick and the other 1.75 mm thick, covering single-sided and double-sided SSDs. Thermal conductivity is rated at 3.2 W/mK to move heat away from the controller and NAND. The pads suit connector heights under 4 mm on motherboards or adapters.

Sustained load behaviour

Under continuous read or write workloads the pads conduct heat from the SSD into the motherboard heatsink or a dedicated spreader. The 3.2 W/mK rating helps keep controller temperatures below throttling thresholds during long transfers. Both thicknesses compress to fill uneven gaps, maintaining contact when the drive warms and expands. No active cooling is included, so airflow over the motherboard still matters.

Compatibility check

Verify that your M.2 slot provides a heatsink or flat metal surface above the drive. Measure the gap between the SSD components and that surface to confirm either 0.75 mm or 1.75 mm will fill it without excessive pressure. Ensure the connector height is below 4 mm so the thicker pad does not lift the drive. The kit is not suited for drives longer than 2280 or for systems lacking any thermal path above the slot.

Highlights

  • Prevents SSD throttling with 3.2W/mK thermal conductivity
  • Fits M.2 2280 drives up to 74 x 20mm dimensions
  • Two pads included: 0.75mm and 1.75mm thicknesses
  • Works with connector heights below 4mm on adapters
  • Simple installation requires no special tools

Specifications

BrandMicro Connectors
ModelNGFFM2-TP2280
MaterialThermal Conductivity: 3.2W/mK
Color: Blue
Dimension: 74 x 20 x 1.75mm and 74 x 20 x 0.75mm
FeaturesGreat heat conduction to prevent your M.2 SSD from throttling or damage caused by overheating
Supports M.2 SSD up to 2280 size
Supports M.2 connector height less than 4mm on M.2 adapter or motherboard
Includes 2 thermal pads with 0.75mm and 1.75mm thickness for single-sides and double-sides M.2 SSD
Easy installation

Questions about this item

Does the 3.2W/mK thermal pad keep an M.2 2280 SSD cool during all-day workloads?

The 3.2W/mK conductivity moves heat away from the controller and NAND, reducing the chance of thermal throttling during sustained reads and writes.

What must the motherboard or adapter provide for these pads to fit?

The M.2 connector height must be under 4mm so the 0.75mm or 1.75mm pad compresses correctly without lifting the drive.

Will the 74 x 20mm pads cover a single-sided 2280 drive on an older board?

Yes, the 0.75mm pad matches single-sided M.2 2280 modules, and the kit includes both thicknesses for either layout.

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