Mounting a TO-3 Device - Transistor, Voltage Regulator, etc.

One way to mount a TO-3 type device to a heat sink (or board) so that the device is electrically isolated from the heat sink, but thermally connected. MATERIALS TO-3 device Mounting kit (insulator, 2 nuts, 2 bolts, 1 solder tab, 1 lock washer, 2 screw insulators - "shoulder washers) (Contents can vary.) Heat sink compound WARNING: Electrical work always carries the risk of shock, electrocution and fire. If you do not know, learn first or do not do it.