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product_id: 1202742
title: "Artic Silver AS5-12G Silver Thermal Compound 12 g Syringe"
brand: "arctic silver"
price: "A$70"
currency: AUD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 7
url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/1202742-artic-silver-as5-12g-silver-thermal-compound-12-g-syringe
store_origin: AU
region: Australia
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# 88% thermally conductive filler Waterproof & non-electrically conductive Triple-phase viscosity control Artic Silver AS5-12G Silver Thermal Compound 12 g Syringe

**Brand:** arctic silver
**Price:** A$70
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ❄️ Cool your CPU like a pro with Arctic Silver 5 – the ultimate thermal edge!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Artic Silver AS5-12G Silver Thermal Compound 12 g Syringe by arctic silver
- **How much does it cost?** A$70 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/1202742-artic-silver-as5-12g-silver-thermal-compound-12-g-syringe)

## Best For

- arctic silver enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted arctic silver brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Safe & Reliable:** Non-electrically conductive formula prevents short circuits and RoHS compliant for eco-conscious pros 🌿
- • **Proven Industry Standard:** Trusted premium thermal compound since 2004, powering elite gaming rigs and workstations 🔥
- • **Precision Application Syringe:** Easy, mess-free application tailored for high-performance CPUs and water-cooling setups 💧
- • **Stable Triple-Phase Viscosity:** Ensures consistent spread and long-term thermal stability 🧊
- • **Maximize Heat Transfer Efficiency:** Harnesses three unique silver particle shapes for superior thermal conductivity ⚡

## Overview

Arctic Silver AS5-12G is a premium thermal compound featuring over 88% pure silver particles in a controlled triple-phase viscosity formula. Designed for high-power CPUs and advanced cooling solutions, it offers superior heat transfer, waterproof reliability, and electrical safety. Trusted by professionals since 2004, it ensures optimal thermal performance for demanding computing environments.

## Description

With its unique high-density filling of micronized silver and enhanced thermally conductive ceramic particles, Arctic silver 5 provides a new level of performance and stability. Available at Arctic silver resellers worldwide. Arctic silver 5 is the reference premium thermal compound. Arctic silver 5 is optimized for a wide range of bond lines between modern high-power CPUs and high performance heatsinks or water-cooling solutions.

## Features

- Arctic Silver 5 uses three unique shapes and sizes of Pure Silver particles to maximize particle-to-particle contact area and thermal transfer
- Arctic Silver 5 contains over 88 percent thermally conductive filler by weight
- Controlled triple-phase viscosity
- Not electrically conductive
- RoHS Compliant

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Brand | Arctic Silver |
| Specific Uses For Product | Computer Systems, Cooling Solutions |
| Item Form | Liquid |
| Special Feature | High-performance thermal compound with unique silver particle technology, optimized for high-power CPUs and water-cooling solutions |
| Color | Silver |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Package Information | Syringe |
| Item Volume | 79.25 Milliliters |
| Viscosity | Suitable for syringe application and thermal compound use |
| Water Resistance Level | Waterproof |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Viscosity Level | Medium to High |
| UPC | 832199001021 683728187224 840556003076 642008439897 902635484869 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00832199001021 |
| Manufacturer | Artic Silver |
| Item model number | AS5-12G |
| Item Weight | 0.423 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 4.92 x 0.59 x 0.59 inches |
| Item Dimensions  LxWxH | 4.92 x 0.59 x 0.59 inches |
| ASIN | B001JYVFLY |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | April 27, 2004 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Arctic Silver
- **Specific Uses For Product:** Computer Systems, Cooling Solutions
- **Item Form:** Liquid
- **Special Feature:** High-performance thermal compound with unique silver particle technology, optimized for high-power CPUs and water-cooling solutions
- **Color:** Silver

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I need to buy some more of this stuff.
*by B***N on June 8, 2025*

The only PC processor thermal compound I use. I don't even know the names of the other brands if there are any.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Thermal Compound, but it may not be required for your particular situation.  Read for more info...
*by J***G on January 2, 2015*

I use many different thermal compounds, depending on what job I am doing, and the Arctic Silver 5 is the best all around compound that is out there IMHO. I use this on CPUs, GPUs, VRAM, basically any chip that will require a removable TIM for mounting a heatsink or liquid cooler mount. This is my go to compound when I am doing any job that is going to require exceptional thermal transfer, such as for overclocking, or mounting in small areas. It is a bit overkill if you are going to just be mounting a stock cooler on a CPU and running the CPU at stock clocks. If you are going to be Overclocking and/or installing a liquid cooling system and need to ensure your temps stay low, this is what you will want to use.***For application clarification only - this is not reflective of the review***I am writing this only because product doesn't come with any clear instructions, so I am hoping this helps with new guys and gals building their own rigs. This part has nothing to do with my actual review of the product.As with the other Arctic Silver compounds and most other brand compounds, after applying it and mounting the heatsink, you will want to cycle the system a few times to ensure that the compound can work it self in. The particles are polygonal so they need to be ran thru a couple of thermal cycles to allow them to mesh up to cover the most surface area. Turn the computer on and let it run for 30-45 minutes under normal use, then shut it down and let it cool to room temperature, then repeat this process a couple of times. Eventually the temps will level out, and you will notice that the temperatures that you get after the break in period will be lower that what they were when you start. When applying this to the chips, it doesn't take a whole lot, so a 12 gram syringe will last a while. Since this is a metallic based compound, you will also want to ensure that when you apply it, that you don't over do it and allow the compound to flow over the edges and get on the circuitry, as it can form an electrical bridge and short something out. For a CPU, a small squeeze, just smaller than a grain of rice is usually more than enough. If you are requiring much more than this, than you may want to check the flatness of the CPU face, and the heatsink face as one of them is warped, concave or convex. This usually happens with aftermarket coolers that require a lot of torque to mount the cooler to the plate. The excessive force applied to the faces, and then thermal cycles are applied to the unit causing it to contort. If that is the case you will need to lap the faces to bring them back into flat. But be careful with doing this as it can be overdone, and it will void the warranty of the CPU if you modify the face. If this is the first time you have heard of lapping, then you probably need to consult someone that is more experienced with this to prevent from ruining your expensive equipment.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The most proven heat sink thermal paste, all around best.
*by D***Y on February 11, 2017*

Best all-round thermal paste. I;ve used everything from pure ceramic, silicone, copper based, and even GALLIUM! (like mercury!). In the end I always come back to Arctic Silver 5. I rebuild, fix computers a LOT. If your a tinkerer or a system builder just spend a little bit more to get the bigger tube and youll have more for later. I dont think it ever goes bad.remember too - it has a break in period. After putting it on and firing up your computer, play some games and put a load on your cpu for a little while. A couple hours is more than enough. Then let your system cool and repeat. After a day or so check the tension of your heat sink. usually the paste has had time to spread out a little bit and you can tighten the heat sink a little bit more - once done your all set!On my Corsair H100i I get about 5-8c better results than with traditional silver paste. Ive bought the cheap stuff from AliExpress and after a few months that stuff drys up bad and turns to a chalk. Arctic silver makes a nice firm putty consistency after a few months that is still malleable enough to expand and contract as the temps change - this is a good thing as it keeps air pockets out. The only thermal solution that ever beat Arctic Silver 5 was pure gallium but its highly conductive and a mess. It will scatter like mercury and is only recommended for competition overclocking because it needs to be removed frequently as it spreads out and lets air in eventually.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-15*