| Type |
Pros |
Cons |
| Forging |
No interface
High density
High aspect ratio 1:100
Wide range geometry
|
Tooling developing required 3 weeks |
| Extrusion |
Cost effective
No interface |
Lower aspect ratio 1:23
Tapered fin decrease air flow in-take
|
| Die Casting |
Cost effective
Net shape
Less machining cost |
Poor density
Poor heat transfer performance
Lower aspect ratio 1:15 |
| Stamping/ Soldering |
Cost effective
High fin |
Too many interface
Un-reliable quality |
| Skiving |
High fin |
Potential crack risk between fin and base
Secondary operation required
|
| Maching |
Fliexible applications |
Cost expensive
Long lead time |