Thermal Grizzly launches the PhaseSheet PTM Pro thermal pad

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Thermal Grizzly has a new option for anyone who hates applying thermal paste. Tom's Hardware reports that the company has launched the PhaseSheet PTM Pro, an improved phase change thermal pad

Phase change pads are solid at room temperature but turn into a low viscosity, paste like liquid above 45 degrees Celsius. That helps them fill gaps like paste while reducing the pump out problem, where paste slowly squeezes out over time

A redesigned carrier film peels off more easily, so the sheet is less likely to tear during installation. It is reusable and does not conduct electricity, which makes it safer around delicate components

In the manufacturer's own test at a 240W load, the PTM Pro scored 5.83 degrees, ahead of KryoSheet at 6.13, Duronaut Pro at 6.29 and the original PTM at 6.36, where lower is better. It costs $23.28 for a 40 by 40mm sheet, while the original cost $13.92 for a larger sheet

These are Thermal Grizzly's own figures, and no thermal conductivity number has been given, so independent reviews will be important. Still, a pad that performs like good paste without the mess is appealing for first time builders. The price jump is noticeable, though

Do you prefer thermal paste or pads? And is a small temperature gain worth paying extra for?

Thermal Grizzly launches PhaseSheet PTM Pro with improved thermal conductivity - new thermal pad promises easier installation and better cooling performancewww.tomshardware.com

[Blade60]

Non conductive is reassuring. Liquid metal scares me for that reason. One spill and you can kill a board. Pads like this are much safer

[CompiledVulture]

The peel off film tearing was a real complaint with older pads. Fixing that shows they listen

Small improvements like this make a difference in practice. Nothing worse than a torn sheet halfway through a build

[Mark94]

Twenty three dollars for a smaller sheet than before is a big jump. Thermal products are getting pricey. The original was cheaper and bigger

I would wait for a sale. Independent tests first anyway. Manufacturer charts always look good

[LossCurve65]

Half a degree difference is small. Most people would never notice it. Easier installation matters more than that tiny gain. Still, enthusiasts love every fraction