GigaTeraPTX™ Technology Introduction
PTX™ Technology Introduction
- Next-Generation Heat Dissipation Technology, Setting a New Standard in Thermal Management
- PTX™ KMW's Next-Generation Heat Dissipation Technology and Thermal Management Solution
- The Core Technology for Stable Operation of High-Performance Equipment,
Presenting the Superior Heat Dissipation Performance of PTX™. - Today's advanced electronic equipment demands ever-stronger performance while becoming smaller and lighter. However, this trend towards high performance has always been accompanied by the difficult challenge of 'heat generation'.
Effective thermal management is the key to maintaining peak equipment performance, extending lifespan, and, above all, ensuring user safety.
GigaTera's parent company, KMW, a leader in advanced wireless communication technology, delivers the answer to this long-standing market challenge. That answer is the innovative PTX™ thermal management technology. PTX™ transcends the clear limitations of existing heat dissipation technologies, leading a groundbreaking technological advancement in the field of thermal management.
- The State of Existing Thermal Management Technology and the Need for Innovation
- As the performance of electronic equipment improves, the amount of heat generated also increases, making high-efficiency thermal management technology crucial for effective control. Especially in fields like high-power LED lighting, where stable performance over long periods is essential, efficient thermal management is the key factor that determines the product's lifespan and reliability.
Previously, materials like aluminum and copper, or Pulsating Heat Pipes, were primarily used. While aluminum-based pulsating heat pipes showed performance improvements of about four times compared to standard aluminum heat sinks, they still fell short of the demands of rapidly advancing industrial technology. Pulsating heat pipes also had limitations, such as non-uniform heat dissipation performance depending on their specific location, and constraints in achieving product miniaturization and weight reduction. Consequently, the thermal management industry has been seeking an innovative technology that can fundamentally solve these problems.
- KMW's Innovation, Heralding the Era of PTX™
- In 2024, KMW, the technological parent of GigaTera, succeeded in developing the new PTX™ thermal management technology after years of intensive research and development. Boasting a phenomenal thermal conductivity exceeding 3,000W/mK, it has set a new milestone in the field of thermal technology.
This innovation was not merely a technological announcement. It was immediately applied to GigaTera's high-performance LED lighting product line, making a reality for users a level of product performance and long-term reliability that was previously unimaginable. This technological achievement was officially recognized for its excellence and innovation by receiving the New Excellent Technology (NET) certification from the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy on December 11, 2024. (Certification No. 1552)
- Optimized Thermal Flow Design
- PTX™ optimizes heat transfer and dissipation through a proprietary internal structure design that induces efficient thermal management.
- Application of Next-Generation Materials
- By applying a new advanced material, differentiated from existing pulsating heat pipes, it provides a higher level of thermal management performance.
- Compliance with Environmental Regulations
- By using materials that are not subject to PFAS (Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) regulations, we have also considered the environmental aspect.
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- High Production Efficiency and Application Flexibility
- With reasonable production costs and the ability for custom design in various sizes and shapes, it offers a wide range of applications.
- PTX™'s Thermal Management Performance, Verified by Experiment
- The core of thermal technology is undoubtedly thermal management performance. The effectiveness of PTX™ has been objectively confirmed through the following experiments.
- Rapid Thermal Response and Dispersion
- When PTX™ and other thermal samples were simultaneously immersed in 90°C hot water, PTX™ immediately detected and rapidly absorbed the heat for effective dispersion, whereas other samples showed a relatively slow response speed. This demonstrates the outstanding thermal conductivity of PTX™.
- Stable Heat Dissipation in a Multi-Source Environment
- Even under conditions where multiple heat sources were placed in different locations, PTX™ demonstrated the ability to manage the heat generated from each source stably and uniformly. In contrast, other samples showed a temperature deviation of about 20°C depending on the heat source's location, revealing non-uniformity in their heat dissipation performance. These experimental results clearly show the superior thermal management performance that PTX™ provides.
| By Material | Thermal Conductivity |
|---|---|
| GigaTera PTX™ | 3,000 W/mK |
| Pulsating Heat Sink | 1,000 W/mK |
| Silver | 435 W/mK |
| Cooper | 410 W/mK |
| Aluminum | 220 W/mK |
| By Material | Time to Reach Temperature |
|---|---|
| GigaTera PTX™ | 8s |
| Pulsating Heat Sink #1 | 85s |
| Pulsating Heat Sink #2 | 141s |
※ Time to reach target temperature when test material is placed in 90℃ water
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The Infinite Potential of PTX™, Accelerating Industrial Innovation
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KMW, the developer of the source technology, is already leading the innovation in miniaturization and weight reduction of high-performance wireless communication equipment through PTX™ technology, and GigaTera is perfectly integrating this unique technology into high-power LED lighting.
Specifically, by applying PTX™ to the SUFA lineup installed in world-class professional stadiums and the MAHA lineup used in areas requiring wide beam distribution and general sports facilities, we have not only achieved a remarkable weight reduction of at least 30% to a maximum of 50% compared to existing products, but also enabled a slimmer and simpler product design.
This is because the outstanding thermal performance of PTX™ has eliminated the need for the large, complex heat sink fin structures of the past. Consequently, the product's Effective Projected Area (EPA) is reduced, lessening the wind load, which in turn enhances the stability of installation structures like poles and allows for a more aesthetically pleasing and refined appearance.
Ultimately, this weight reduction and slim design lead to a reduced burden on installation structures and cost savings in transportation and installation processes, providing multifaceted, tangible value to the customer.
The role of PTX™ does not stop here. In all advanced industrial fields where precise thermal control is essential, such as high-efficiency air conditioners and data center CPU cooling systems, PTX™ will play a key role in driving technological innovation.
As such, PTX™ is a future-oriented solution that goes beyond simply providing outstanding thermal performance to satisfy both environmental responsibility and user convenience. We are confident that PTX™ will firmly establish itself as the most trusted standard in thermal technology, supporting the advancement of cutting-edge industries in the future.