Can I use heat sink without thermal paste?
Not using thermal paste between the CPU and the heat sink will cause it to eventually overheat and fail.
What household item can be used as thermal paste?
Typically, PC-grade thermal paste supplies the necessary bridge, but most oily household substances could temporarily suffice….Household substitutes for CPU thermal paste
- Butter 53.2°C.
- Moisturizing cream 54°C.
- Hair wax 56°C.
- Toothpaste1°C.
- Banana 58°C.
- Paper 67.2°C.
- Yellow cheese 67.9°C.
Do you need thermal paste when building a PC?
Whether you’re building a PC or are upgrading your CPU – or cooler – you’ll need to apply some new thermal paste to your processor. This is also known as TIM: Thermal Interface Material. Thermal paste is essential for the heat dissipation from the die of the CPU and your heatsink.
What happens if you don’t apply thermal paste?
If you do not use thermal paste, your entire system will overheat because it will generate more heat than it is designed to handle. It is preferable to apply good thermal paste to the CPU because it is one of the most important components of your computer.
How do you spread thermal paste without a spreader?
A quick wipe with a non-linting towel and some isopropyl alcohol will do the trick. Squeeze out a small amount of thermal paste onto the center of the CPU. You only need a small dot a few millimeters in diameter. Don’t go overboard or you will sacrifice performance.
Should I manually spread thermal paste?
It might be tempting to spread the thermal paste onto the CPU yourself. We recommend letting the pressure from the base-plate or waterblock being installed do it for you. Incorrect manual application can cause air bubbles to form in the paste, which can negatively impact the thermal conductivity.
Can I spread thermal paste with my finger?
It is common to use fingers, razor blades, and cards to spread the thermal paste evenly on the CPU. We recommend you not to use any of these to apply the thermal paste. Applying thermal paste with your finger may seem the handiest method, but it isn’t worth it.