Notification 680 – Device PCB Heatsink Area is Close to Recommended limits

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The estimated PCB heatsink area required to cool the device is large.  Using an insufficient heatsink area might result in overheating of the device.

If the computed copper area is not achievable in your design, review the design choices to lower the device heat dissipation or use an alternative heat sinking solution.  A more detailed review of device heat management might be needed.