Grizz's 300 gal 8'er / LED Heat sink build / Opinions on LED lay out needed

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Grizz's 300 gal 8'er / LED Heat sink build / Opinions on LED lay out needed

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12-09-2011, 07:21 PM

The Grizz

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Quote:

Originally Posted by lastlight

ok that's hardcore! so do you need to lay anything down as far as a paste etc to maintain ideal heat transfer between fin and plate?

No with aluminum the heat will transfer evenly on its own as it is a very soft alloy and a great for dispersing heat.

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