The Iceberg of Hidden Costs
Time Zero Performance
In the thermal interface industry, the focus is often on Time Zero Performance, the initial efficiency of a material in lowering chip temperatures. But focusing here only reveals part of the story.
Waste & Disposal
Expired thermal paste and scrapped components add to waste and disposal costs. Data centers generate 2+ million tons of e-waste annually.
Maintenance & Storage
Frequent replacements and inspections drain time and resources. Storing the accessories, tools and cleaning supplies also incurs extra costs.
Rework & Assembly
Messy application and inconsistent performance increase rework and delays, costing up to $200 per heat sink.
Downtime & Failure
Unreliable thermal paste leads to overheating, causing unexpected shutdowns and costly failures. The average downtime for a data center costs over $1 million.
The true cost of ownership— a costly reality hiding just beneath the surface.
As power electronics demand continues to outpace design capabilities, the hidden costs of using thermal paste and PCMs are becoming impossible to ignore.
Carbice enhances reliability and cuts hidden costs by simplifying assembly, manufacturing, and rework—safeguarding your investment from rising expenses below the surface.