GrafTech International introduces SpreaderShield, a thermal management solution joining its eGraf product line. SpreaderShield is a natural graphite solution that distributes heat evenly in two dimensions, eliminating “hot spots”, shielding components from heat sources and improving performance in consumer electronics. The thermal management products are custom designed for use in applications such as laptop computers, flat panel displays, portable projectors, digital video-cameras, wireless phones, and personal digital assistant devices. Available with adhesive backing, SpreaderShield can be easily applied to electronic components. The material ranges in thickness and can be combined with other materials such as metals and plastics for added design versatility. SpreaderShield is covered by US patent 6,482,520 and others pending. Compared to typical thermal management materials, eGraf materials offer thermal conductivity twice as effective as aluminum and rival the thermal conductivity of copper at substantial less weight. SpreaderShield’s unique thermal anisotropy and excellent conformability enable new cooling solutions not possible with other materials.