Glossary Definition for Thermal Management

Definition

The use of various temperature monitoring devices and cooling methods, such as forced air flow, within a processor or FPGA-based system, to control overall temperature of ICs and internal cabinet temperatures.

Synonyms

• Temperature Control
• Temperature Management
• Thermal Control

Keywords

thermal, management, control, cool, cooling, sensing

Related Parts

• MAX6690 - 2°C Accurate Remote/Local Temperature Sensor with SMBus Serial Interface
• MAX6668 - Remote Temperature Switches with Integrated Fan Controller/Driver
• MAX6686 - Dual-Output Remote-Junction Temperature Switches
• MAX6659 - ±1°C, SMBus-Compatible Remote/Local Temperature Sensors with Overtemperature Alarms
• MAX6654 - 1°C Accurate Remote/Local Temperature Sensor with SMBus Serial Interface
• MAX6660 - Remote-Junction Temperature-Controlled Fan-Speed Regulator with SMBus Interface
• MAX6661 - Remote Temperature-Controlled Fan-Speed Regulator with SPI-Compatible Interface
• MAX6670 - Remote Temperature Switches with Integrated Fan Controller/Driver
• MAX6685 - Dual-Output Remote-Junction Temperature Switches

See Also

• Thermal Monitor
• Thermal Control Circuit
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