Frame upgrade kit Thermal Grizzly TG-CF-I13G

The Thermal Grizzly TG-CF-I13G CPU Contact Frame is a mounting aid for Intel LGA1700 motherboards, compatible with 12th, 13th and 14th generation Intel processors. Developed in collaboration with Roman "der8auer" Hartung and manufactured in Germany, the aluminium frame reworks the contact pressure distribution during cooler installation to improve contact between the CPU heatspreader and cooler base. The frame is anodised black and supports CPUs whose Integrated Heat Spreader (IHS) has been ground by no more than 0.2 mm.

Advantages

The contact frame reduces concave deformation of the IHS by shifting contact pressure from the centre toward the edges, which increases the effective contact surface between CPU and cooler. It is simple to assemble without the need for a specific torque setting, is compatible with a wide range of LGA1700 coolers and CPUs, and is made from anodised aluminium for durability.

Suitable for

• Improving thermal contact for Intel LGA1700 CPUs (12th–14th Gen)
• Systems where the CPU IHS has been milled up to 0.2 mm
• Upgrading desktop cooling performance with existing LGA1700 coolers

Key specifications

• Model: Thermal Grizzly TG-CF-I13G
• Type: Frame upgrade kit / CPU contact frame
• Supported sockets: LGA1700
• Compatibility: Intel 12th, 13th and 14th Gen processors
• Material: Anodised aluminium
• Colour: Black
• Max IHS machining allowance: 0.2 mm
• Origin: Made in Germany

How to use

Place the contact frame over the LGA1700 socket following the included alignment features, ensuring no electronic components lie beneath the frame, especially on Mini-ITX boards. Install the CPU and then mount the cooler as usual; the frame's inner contour shifts contact pressure to reduce IHS curvature and improve cooler seating. Assembly is straightforward and does not require applying a specific torque to the mounting hardware.

Recommendations

Ensure the IHS has not been ground beyond 0.2 mm and verify that no components are located under the frame before installation. Check compatibility with your cooler and motherboard layout—compact Mini-ITX boards may need extra clearance inspection.