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- Thermo electric product catalog n° 13
Thermo electric product catalog n° 13
Thermo electric product catalog n° 13
Thermoelectric Cooling America Corporation (TECA) specializes in thermoelectric cooling solutions, offering products like air conditioners, cold plates, liquid chillers, and temperature controllers. The company is known for its pioneering role in solid-state air conditioners for electronic enclosures and its commitment to customer satisfaction.
TECA became an independent company in 1984, originally a division of Borg-Warner. Based in Chicago, it manufactures a wide range of solid-state cooling products, emphasizing quality and teamwork to exceed customer expectations through continuous improvement.
Thermoelectric cooling, based on the Peltier Effect, involves heat transfer through dissimilar semiconductor materials, using a cold junction, a heat sink, and a DC power source to transfer heat without refrigerants or mechanical devices.
- Air Conditioners: Available in air-cooled and liquid-cooled versions, designed for various environments.
- Cold Plates: Offered in air and liquid-cooled versions for laboratory and general-purpose applications.
- Liquid Chillers: Air-cooled products available in various capacities and configurations.
TECA provides engineering services, prototype development, and custom-built cooling equipment to meet diverse customer needs, including those in the Original Equipment Market.
The catalog serves as a guide to thermoelectric cooling possibilities, offering detailed product descriptions and application information, with additional resources available on the TECA website.
TECA is dedicated to providing high-quality thermoelectric cooling solutions while maintaining a focus on customer service and environmental responsibility.
- Purpose: Determine the need for cooling to select appropriate control types and methods.
- Temperature Control: Options include TC-6F cool only and TC-3F heat/cool controls.
- Environment: Different styles are available for various environments, with IP and NEMA designations.
- Power Input: Available in various voltages including 110 VAC, 220 VAC, and 12/24/48 VDC.
- Cooling Medium: Options include air-cooled, liquid-cooled, and compressed air versions.
- Enclosure Size and Characteristics: Consider size, insulation, and features that may affect mounting and cooling requirements.
- Mounting: Air conditioners can be mounted in any orientation.
- Condensation Concerns: Address during selection using "Cold Sink" equations.
- Food Processing: Transition from air to liquid cooling to prevent clogging of heat sinks.
- Video Projection: Use ruggedized air conditioners for military video projectors.
- Military Communications: Modified air conditioners for shipboard communication systems.
- Avionics Maintenance: Portable cooling systems for diagnostic equipment in aircraft.
- Purpose: Identify the need for cooling to select the correct cold plate and control methods.
- Temperature Control: Options range from simple cooling to advanced control features.
- Environment: Standard cold plates are suitable for factory, lab, and office environments.
- Power Input: Available in various voltages including 120 VAC, 240 VAC, and 12/24/48 VDC.
- Cooling Medium: Options include air-cooled and liquid-cooled cold plates.
- Mounting: Secure thermally conductive mounting is necessary.
- Theme Park Exhibit: Use of cold plates to create an "icy throne" for a museum exhibit.
- Medical Laboratory: Cold plates used to freeze tissue samples for examination.
- Telecommunications: Liquid cooled cascade peltier cold plates for testing components at -40C.
- Cooling of Gas Flow: Direct contact cooling for aerosol flow tubes.
- Avionics: Custom high-performance cold plate for military aircraft radios.
- Laboratory Applications: Cold plates for precise temperature control in isotope ratio mass spectrometry.
- Petroleum Industry: Cold plates to maintain sample temperatures at 0°C.
- Research and Medicine: Cold plates for tissue sample dissection and medication storage.
- Cosmetic Treatments: Liquid chillers enhance patient comfort during photofacial treatments.
- Military Applications: Custom liquid chillers for shipboard use.
- Aerospace Manufacturing: Modified chillers for X-ray inspection of aircraft parts.
- Semiconductor Testing: Liquid chillers control test stages without electromagnetic noise.
- Temperature and Heat Loads: Understanding ambient and desired temperatures is crucial for sizing cold plates and chillers.
- Performance Curves: Help determine if the capacity of cold plates and chillers is sufficient for specific applications.
- Environment and Power Input: Standard units are suitable for factory, lab, and office environments.
- Mounting and Connections: Secure mounting and appropriate connections are essential for optimal performance.
The document emphasizes the importance of selecting the right cooling solution based on specific application needs, environmental conditions, and technical requirements. Custom solutions are often necessary to meet unique challenges in different sectors.
Thermoelectric systems are rated by reputable manufacturers in watts or BTU/hr under zero-degree delta T conditions. The load is defined as the energy removed from the cooling medium.
In the U.S., there are no specific standards for enclosure air conditioners, but existing standards can be interpreted for them. In Europe, DIN 3168 specifically addresses enclosure air conditioners.
Two types of performance curves are used: one per DIN 3168 and a traditional format. Both accurately represent thermoelectric cooling system performance.
Various models are listed with their BTU/hr ratings, voltage requirements, and mounting specifications.
This model is compact, environmentally safe, and operates without compressors or filters. It includes adjustable temperature control and is virtually maintenance-free.
Each model is specified with its part number, operational capabilities, power requirements, temperature control options, and environmental ratings.
The performance of these units is measured in BTU/hr and Watts, with traditional and DIN 3168 ratings provided.
Key features include compact design, environmentally safe operation, stainless steel housing, and the ability to mount in any orientation.
Available options include different voltage configurations, custom finishes, and temperature settings for single set point controls.
The units serve various environments, including NEMA-12, NEMA-4, and NEMA-4X, with IP ratings indicating protection levels.
All models feature a 'Thru Mount' style, with included mounting hardware and gaskets.
The AHP series air conditioners are versatile, efficient, and designed for a range of industrial applications.
The document provides detailed specifications and features of various air conditioning models, focusing on the AHP series.
Models are categorized based on their cooling capacity, voltage, and specific features tailored for industrial use.
Compact design, environmentally safe operation, stainless steel exterior housing, and adjustable temperature control.
Performance curves provided for different ambient temperatures.
Suitable for use in pharmaceutical plants, petrochemical industries, and other hazardous environments.
The document provides detailed specifications and features of various air conditioning units designed for industrial applications.
Models include FHP-2852, FHP-1501, FHP-750, FHP-500, and FHP-401 series.
Externally mounted with no intrusion into the enclosure, compact and lightweight designs.
Performance curves provided for different ambient temperatures.
Suitable for larger cooling loads in industrial settings.
Custom finishes and temperature settings available.
The document provides detailed specifications and features of various air conditioning units, both air-cooled and liquid-cooled.
Multiple models of air conditioners are listed with their cooling capacity, operating voltage, current, temperature range, and enclosure type.
Compact design, low vibration and noise, environmentally safe operation, and stainless steel exterior housing.
Performance curves for different models show the relationship between temperature difference and capacity.
Available in different mounting styles, suitable for various environments.
Options like internal mounting, custom finishes, and different temperature controls.
Suitable for cooling equipment racks, PCs, drives, amplifiers, motor controls, and other electronic equipment.
The document is a catalog from TECA, detailing various air-cooled and liquid-cooled cold plates.
Each model is described with its BTU/hr rating, dimensions, cold plate surface size, and voltage requirements.
Precision machined cold plate surfaces, stainless steel tops, universal voltage input, low-profile designs.
The TC-4300 PID temperature control system offers tunable temperature control.
Suitable for laboratory and industrial environments.
Performance data is provided for each model, showing cooling capacities at various ambient temperatures.
Includes information on thermal gradient bars and low-temperature cascades.
TECA's catalog provides comprehensive information on their range of cold plates.
The document provides detailed specifications and features of various cold plate models offered by TECA.
Multiple models are listed with their cooling capacity, voltage, current, weight, and operating temperature range.
Direct contact cooling, maintenance-free operation, stainless steel housing.
Includes air deflectors, covers, barriers, and insulation materials.
Performance curves show the relationship between temperature differential and capacity.
Suitable for a range of environments from industrial to laboratory settings.
Teca Liquid Chillers are compact, reliable alternatives to conventional recirculating coolers.
- TLC-1400: Air-cooled, 120/240 VAC input, 1400-1450 BTU/hr.
- TLC-900: Air-cooled, 100-240 VAC and 24 VDC input, 1050-1350 BTU/hr.
- TLC-1200: Air-cooled, 24 VDC input, 830-950 BTU/hr.
- TLC-700: Air-cooled, 120/240 VAC and 24 VDC input, 730-800 BTU/hr.
- RLC-900 and RLC-1800: Rack mount, air-cooled, 100-240 VAC input.
- TLC³: Thermoelectric cooling cube, customizable for specific applications.
Compact and portable designs, integrated PID temperature control, maintenance-free operation.
Ideal for laboratory settings, medical therapy, laser and x-ray applications.
Teca Liquid Chillers provide a versatile and efficient solution for cooling needs across various industries.
The document provides detailed specifications and descriptions of various components and accessories related to liquid chillers.
- Components and Accessories: Lists various components such as hoses, insulation, fittings, and quick connect fittings.
- Temperature Controllers: Describes several temperature controllers, including the TC-4600, TC-3400, and TC-3500 models.
- Usage Recommendations: Instructions for using liquid chillers to cool enclosures or air flows.
- Technical Specifications: Detailed technical data for each product.
- Temperature Control: The TC-4600 controller offers bi-directional control with a temperature range of -40°C to 250°C.
- Quick Connect Fittings: Various quick connect fittings are available.
- PID Controllers: The TC-3400 and TC-3500 models provide advanced PID control algorithms.
This document provides technical specifications and ordering information for various thermostat models and related components.
- TC-6F Model: Designed for cooling only.
- TC-3F Model: Supports both heating and cooling.
- TC-1C and TC-1H Models: Simple and cost-effective power temperature controllers.
- TC-7F Model: A heat/cool thermostat with a heat exchanger mode.
Various relay options are listed, including single, dual, and quad (H-Bridge) relays.
Includes sensors, cables, and adapters such as RTD probes, thermocouple wires, and RS-232 converters.
Specifications for power supplies with different input voltages, output DC voltages, and power ratings.
Details on how to place orders, including contact information, terms, and conditions.
TECA offers a limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship within one year of delivery.
TECA reserves the right to change prices, discontinue catalog items, and make changes to specifications without notice.
Catalog excerpts
catalog 2011 working on.qxp 6/28/2011 1:47 PM Page 3 Air Conditioners Cold Plates Liquid Chillers Temperature Controllers Accessories
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catalog 2011 working on.qxp 6/28/2011 1:48 PM Page 4 www.teca-usa.com Thermoelectric Cooling America Corporation 4048 West Schubert Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60639 USA Phone Toll-free Fax email 773.342.4900 888.TECA-USA (888.832.2872) 773.342.0191 [email protected] Hello! Sometimes I think my interest in thermoelectric cooling and excitement about its potential for so many different applications has a genetic basis. I vividly remember back in the early ‘60s, my dad—an inveterate tinkerer— came home from work with an armful of thermoelectric components and a fascination with the possibilities...
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catalog 2011 working on.qxp 6/28/2011 1:48 PM Page 1 About TECA TABLE OF CONTENTS What We Stand On Our mission Our solutions TECA’s fundamental purpose is to provide world-class products of superior quality. Our goal is to continue setting the standard in thermoelectric cooling by monitoring and improving our operations to meet our customers’ needs and exceed their expectations. A former division of Borg-Warner, TECA was spun-off as an independent company in 1984. We can fulfill all of your cooling requirements, whatever your application. In fact, our engineers may have already developed a solution...
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catalog 2011 working on.qxp 6/28/2011 1:48 PM Page 2 Thermoelectric Technology The Peltier Effect Thermoelectric cooling, is a solid-state method of heat transfer through dissimilar semiconductor materials. It is also called “the Peltier Effect” after the French watchmaker who discovered the phenomenon in the early 19th century. Like their conventional refrigeration counterparts, thermoelectric cooling systems obey the basic laws of thermodynamics. However, the actual system for cooling is different. In a conventional refrigeration system, the main working parts are the evaporator, condenser,...
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catalog 2011 working on.qxp 6/28/2011 1:49 PM Page 3 Applications Product Notes General Product Notes: TECA builds both air cooled and liquid cooled products. The model numbers of the products (example: AHP-1200XMHC) can be very descriptive of the product. Air cooled products (prefix -AHP) use fans and finned heat sinks to transfer heat. Liquid cooled products (prefix-LHP) require a flow of water or cooling fluid to dissipate the heat. Most product families offer a selection of DC or AC voltages and temperature controllers detailed with complete part numbers on their individual catalog pages....
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catalog 2011 working on.qxp 6/28/2011 1:49 PM Page 4 Air Conditioner Notes Things you need to know to start sizing an air conditioner: Temperatures: The ambient is the air temperature around the enclosure also refered to as operating temperature, often the room temperature. The enclosure temperature or the interior temperature is the temperature range you wish to maintain inside the enclosure. The difference between the two is the design temperature differential (delta T). Look at these temperatures with care. What is the real maximum ambient? What is the real maximum enclosure temperature? How...
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catalog 2011 working on.qxp 6/28/2011 1:51 PM Page 6 General Use Cold Plate Notes Things you need to know to start sizing a cold plate: Temperatures: The ambient temperature is the air temperature around the cold plate, often the room temperature. The desired temperature can be at the cold plate or at a location on the item being cooled. This means that the cold plate might be colder than the item being cooled. The difference between the two is the design temperature differential (delta T). Make sure to use the cold plate temperature when working with the performance curves. Heat Loads Active...
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catalog 2011 working on.qxp 6/28/2011 1:51 PM Page 7 General Use Cold Plate Applications THEME PARK EXHIBIT PROBLEM: A company specializing in 3-D designs for museums, theme parks, and other attractions needed to build an "icy throne" for a museum exhibit and keep it dry at the same time. SOLUTION: Using four TECA AHP-1200CP cold plates, one was placed in the seat, back, and in each arm rest of the throne. Raw aluminum was then screwed onto the plates, and the throne surfaces reached close to -20C! Visitors to the museum can sit on the throne to feel the chill. The "ice" in the picture is not...
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catalog 2011 working on.qxp 6/28/2011 1:52 PM Page 8 Laboratory Cold Plate Notes Things you need to know to start sizing a cold plate: Temperatures: The ambient temperature is the air temperature around the cold plate, often the room temperature. The desired temperature can be at the cold plate or at a location on the item being cooled. This means that the cold plate might be colder than the item being cooled. The difference between the two is the design temperature differential (delta T). Make sure to use the cold plate temperature when working with the performance curves. Heat Loads Active...
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catalog 2011 working on.qxp 6/28/2011 1:53 PM Page 9 Laboratory Cold Plate Applications ISOTOPE RATIO MASS SPECTROMETRY LABORATORY PROBLEM: Stock thermostated sample tray supplied with mass spectrometer holds water samples at above ambient temperature. This leads to evaporation and condensation within the sample vials, and problems of gas transfer through sample needle to mass spectrometer (liquid condensation blocks gas flow through capillary tube). SOLUTION: USF Geology Stable Isotope Laboratory installed a second auto-sampler with a TECA AHP-1200CPV cold plate to keep samples at below ambient...
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catalog 2011 working on.qxp 6/28/2011 1:53 PM Page 10 Liquid Chiller Notes Things you need to know to start sizing a liquid chiller: Temperatures: The ambient temperature is the air temperature around the liquid chiller. The desired temperature is the fluid temperature at the outlet or at a location at the item being cooled. The difference between the two is the design temperature differential (delta T). Typically the fluid temperature has to be a little cooler than the item being cooled. Make sure to include any gradients from the fluid to the test item. Also include any increase or decrease...
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