Maxtor CTG12 18W/mK High Performance Thermal Paste

Maxtor CTG12 18W/mK High Performance Thermal Paste

• Extreme 18 W/m.k Thermal Conductivity – Shatter the limits of air and water cooling. With a massive 18 W/m.k rating, Maxtor CTG12 outperforms standard high-end pastes (usually 12-14 W/m.k). It is the ultimate non-conductive alternative to Liquid Metal, designed to tame the hottest CPUs (Intel i9-14900K / Ryzen 9) and Overclocked GPUs.
• The “Pump-Out” Killer for PS5 & Laptops – High-performance chips in laptops and consoles (PS5/Xbox Series X) often suffer from the “pump-out effect” where paste degrades quickly. CTG12’s high-density formula stays in place, ensuring your console stays quiet and cool for years. A must-have for PS5 maintenance.
• 100% Safe & Non-Corrosive – Despite its liquid-metal-level performance, CTG12 is electrically non-conductive. It contains no metal particles, eliminating the risk of short circuits or corrosion on your motherboard. Safe for direct application on GPU dies.
• Industrial-Grade Stability – Engineered to withstand extreme temperature cycles without cracking or drying out. Once applied, Maxtor CTG12 delivers peak thermal transfer for up to 5 years, making it ideal for workstations and gaming rigs that run 24/7.
• Easy Application Kit – High viscosity allows for precise application without running or bleeding. Includes a spatula [and cleaning wipe if applicable] to ensure a perfect, thin layer for maximum heat dissipation efficiency.

Maxtor CTG12 is an enthusiast-grade, non-conductive thermal interface material (TIM) rated at a stated 18 W/m·K thermal conductivity. Positioned at the top of Maxtor’s thermal compound lineup (above CTG8 and CTG10), it is designed for demanding modern processors, overclocked setups, and direct-die GPU repasting.

Key Technical Specifications

Core Characteristics & Strengths

• Zero Electrical Risk: Because it is non-metallic and electrically non-conductive, accidental spillage onto surface-mounted capacitors (SMDs) around a CPU or exposed GPU die poses zero risk of electrical shorting.

• Aluminum Compatibility: Unlike liquid metal (e.g., Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut), CTG12 does not corrode or amalgamate with aluminum heatsink contact plates, making it safe for all copper, nickel-plated, and raw aluminum cold plates.

• Direct-Die & GPU Suitability: Its moderate-to-thick viscosity (~93,000 mPa·s) provides decent resistance to the “pump-out effect” common on bare-die laptops and graphics cards where high-heat cycles cause low-viscosity pastes to migrate outward.

• High Stated Specification at Budget Pricing: Priced competitively relative to mainstream premium pastes (like Thermal Grizzly Kryonaut, Noctua NT-H2, or Arctic MX-6), offering an accessible high-conductivity alternative for multi-component maintenance.

Application Recommendations

• CPU IHS (LGA 1700 / AM5): Due to its moderate density, the standard pea-sized dot in the center or an “X” pattern with moderate mounting pressure from your cooler spreads it evenly without excessive mess.

• Direct-Die (Laptops & GPUs): Manual spreading with the included spatula is recommended to ensure 100% surface coverage over bare silicon before cooler reassembly.