Looking for: T43 Heatsink GPU Thermal Pad

[lkpcampion]

Dear all,

The thermal pad under between the heatsink and the ATI GPU in my old T43 seems soiled. My machine is overheating.

I am looking to replace the pad and see if it fixes my problem, but I can't find anywhere to buy a compatible/OEM thermal pad. May I know if anyone in here can give me a hint, or offer a sales?

Thanks a lot in advance

Campion

[chan_man]

Why not just use thermal paste? better performance than the pad. Pads are a compromise for thermal management, most of the function is for making up a gap between device and the heatsink.

[ajkula66]

The amount of thermal paste needed to close the gap would start acting as a direct opposite of what it was originally intended for...

A copper coin will do a much better job.

To OP: I doubt you'll find the pad by itself. It might be available through IBM parts, but they usually bundle several items into one offering of that kind...

Good luck.

[NorrisCell]

As George mentioned, it may be difficult to locate just the pad. I do have a complete long fan assembly with the GPU pad available if you would like. If your T43 doesn't have a long fan, this will help with the cooling as well. Shoot me a PM or email if this interests you.

[Peak2Peak]

Repacement Thermal Pad's of various sizes & thickness are available from eBay seller: new-think.