Mechanically speaking, the customer’s assembly must be able to generate enough pressure to deflect the Thermal Gap Pad within that material’s recommended deflection range. This table shows that 974 and G974 will require more pressure than other material options. It is important to note that Thin Gap Pads need more pressure to deflect than thicker pads, and the thicker the pad, the lower the pressure to deflect it. That is why there are clarifications within the table about “thicker pads” or “thinner pads” with respect to pressure. This table illustrates the ideal pressure range for the Therm-A-Gap™ pads as 5 to 50 psi range regardless of thickness. A special note for the 976 material. Since the 976 product is not reinforced and it has a very high particle fill level, the product is not as flexible and can also fracture if over compressed.