Is it ok to use computer heat paste under the ICM? I can't find silicone paste around here...

quote Originally posted by David Hambleton: I can't find silicone paste around here...

I don't know what you're referring to..."silicone paste", but the heat sink compound used in computers is what you want.

[This message has been edited by Patrick (edited 04-17-2015).]

I used this stuff available at Best Buy. It is a silicone like you get with the ICM but it is filled with metal oxide particles to improve heat transfer. Seems to be working OK so far and it was very easy to spread, much in contrast to the heat sink compound I had gotten at Radio Shack a few years ago.

The factory service manual specifies: "apply silicone lubricant between module and base for heat dissipation."

Thanks for the responses; I'll get some computer stuff.

Home Depot - $8.88 for a lifetime supply!

Super Lube
Model # 98003
3 oz. Tube Heat Sink Compound

Super Lube Silicone Heat Sink - 3 oz tube. Silicone compound blended with thermally conductive, fine metal oxide powders. Will not harden or melt. Will not react to rubber or plastic. Non-toxic.

Temperature range from -45 degrees F to +500 degrees F
High dielectric strength
Excellent heat transfer efficiency
Viscosity stable


Radio Shack - $2.00

RadioShack® Silicone Base Heat Sink Compound (2-Pack),
Model: 12761372
Catalog #: 2760255

[This message has been edited by Pondski (edited 04-25-2015).]

Thanks Pondski.

I'm going to get the SuperLube stuff from Home Depot (online only).
Their system is down right now, but it looks like $9.99 + 13% tax + $5.04 delivery = $16.33.
Pick-up in store is not available here for on-line orders.

There are so many choices for computer pastes, some negative reviews for some & no silicone stuff that I saw.

Radio Shack RIP!



I now usually go to Micro Center for my thermal paste.

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[This message has been edited by Shho13 (edited 04-25-2015).]