Nextreme Thermal Solutions has announced the availability of new thin-film thermoelectric cooling products that offer 55°C of cooling performance at an ambient temperature of 25°C. The 55°C temperature milestone, known as the ΔTmax, reflects the ability of the thermoelectric device to pump heat efficiently. This new level of performance translates to improved cooling … [Read more...]
Latest Developments In Thermoelectrically Enhanced Heat Sinks
Nomenclature Q Heat load (W) COP Coefficient of Performance I Electrical current (Amps) T Temperature (°C) R Electrical resistance (Ohms) Z TE Figure of Merit (1/K) where Z = α2 / (ρ λ) Greek Letters Δ Change in value θ Thermal resistance (°C/W) ρ Electrical resistivity (Ohm-cm) α Seebeck coefficient (V/K) λ Thermal conductivity … [Read more...]
