 | Create an Account | Log In |
| ||||||||
Products Home / Lab Supplies / Temperature Control and Measurement / TEC Elements, Resistive Heaters, Thermistors, and ThermocouplesTEC Elements, Resistive Heaters, Thermistors, and Thermocouples
- Thermoelectric Coolers up to 145.8 W
- 100 Ω, 10 kΩ, and Integrated Circuit Temperature Sensors
- Resistive Foil, Cartridge, and Metal Ceramic Heaters
- Thermistor Heaters Available
TH100PT
100 Ω Resistance Temperature Detector
(Not to Scale)
TH10K
10 kΩ Thermistor
(Not to Scale)
HT15W
Resistive Cartridge Heater
(Not to Scale)
AD590
Temperature Transducer
(Not to Scale)
HT10K
Flexible Resistive Foil Heater
HT19R
Metal Ceramic Heater
TECF1S
Single-Stage TEC Element
HT10KR
Metal Ceramic Heater with Thermistor
Please Wait
Features
- Thermoelectric Cooler (TEC) Elements are Compatible with TED4015 Temperature Controller, OEM Temperature Controllers, or Rack Mountable Temperature Controllers
- All Heaters, Thermistors, and Temperature Transducers are Compatible with the TC200 Temperature Controller
Thorlabs offers a wide range of thermal management accessories, including thermoelectric coolers, resistive heaters, thermistors, and temperature transducers. Thermoelectric coolers can both cool and heat, allowing for quick response to thermal drift or shock. These devices are ideal for total and precise temperature regulation. For applications that require only heating or steady-state regulation slightly above room temperature, resistive heaters are a reliable and easily regulated heat source. Regardless of application, temperature monitoring is essential for any temperature regulation system. Thorlabs' thermistors and thermocouples provide precise and accurate temperature measurements.
Thermoelectric Coolers
We offer a line of single-stage thermoelectric coolers, which can maintain temperature differentials of at least 73 °C for a 50 °C hot surface. Our dual-stage TEC (item # TECD2) provides a larger temperature differential between the hot and cold surfaces of the device; when the hot surface is 50 °C, it is capable of maintaining a differential of 108 °C in vacuum. The hot and cold surfaces of the dual-stage TEC are metalized copper for soldering in order to ease integration into the system.
All of our TECs work well with our TED4015 225 W Benchtop Laser Diode Temperature Controller and our rack-mountable temperature controllers, which are designed for the PRO800 Chassis. These TECs can also be driven by our OEM Temperature Controllers in SMT or THT Packages. When using a TEC for thermal regulation, care should be taken to electrically isolate the sides and leads of the TEC.
Resistive Heaters
Thorlabs offers four types of resistive heaters: foil, cartridge, metal ceramic, and metal ceramic with thermistor. The HT10K and TLK-H are resistive foil heaters with a pressure-sensitive adhesive backing and a 10 kΩ NTC thermistor integrated directly onto the heater. The HT15W is a miniature 15 W cartridge heater, which can be used for many applications requiring small areas to be heated. Our metal ceramic heaters come in either round (HT19R) or square (HT24S and HT24S2) geometries and provide fast thermal response. The HT10KR is a metal ceramic heater with a 10 kΩ thermistor and can reach a maximum temperature of 75 °C. These small but high powered heaters are ideal for thermal regulation of optical components. All of the heaters sold here are compatible with Thorlabs' TC200 temperature controller.
Thermistors and Temperature Transducers
We also offer three models of thermistors and temperature transducers. The TH10K is a 10 kΩ thermistor with 1 °C accuracy that is meant to be used in common TEC applications. The TH100PT is a 100 Ω platinum Resistance Temperature Detector (RTD) with a positive linear temperature response. These thermistors are compatible with the TC200 temperature controller; the TH10K can also be used with the MTD415T TEC controller in an SMT package. Finally, the AD590 is an integrated circuit (IC) temperature transducer with an output current that is proportional to absolute temperature. All our thermistors and AD590 temperature transducers are compatible with the TED200C 12 W Benchtop Laser Diode Temperature Controller and our rack-mountable temperature controllers. For high temperature applications, constantan or manganese wires may be used.
| Posted Comments: | |
Juan Antonio
(posted 2019-03-25 02:05:09.64) Buenas noches
Uso una peltier tech 3s. Me gustaría saber el COP con el que trabaja este tipo de celdas peltier
Me comunico del Instituto Tecnologico deTuxtla Gutiérrez
Saluds nbayconich
(posted 2019-04-01 09:39:26.0) Thank you for contacting Thorlabs. The COP or work efficiency is dependent on the amount of temperature change ΔT required and applied current I of the TEC element. There isn't an exact % efficiency per TEC element as the efficiency will decrease as ΔT increases.
I will contact you directly with more information regarding the change in temperature, cooling capacity and the COP of these TEC elements. regelskis
(posted 2019-02-27 12:07:03.68) What the maximum temperature of hot side (TH) of the Single-Stage TEC Elements is allowed? nbayconich
(posted 2019-03-28 10:30:57.0) Thank you for contacting Thorlabs. We unfortunately do not have a maximum temperature limit of the hot plate itself for these TEC elements. The temperature of the hot plate will be typically limited by the mass of the sample being cooled, ambient temperature of the environment, etc. I would refer to the values of the max allowed temperature difference, heat load, current and voltage to make sure not to exceed either of these specifications.
I will reach out to you directly to discuss your application and needs. abushagur
(posted 2019-01-11 16:27:29.19) I am interested buying the TEC and AD590 sensor, In our facilities we have ITC510 temperature controller, so can I used only for TEC control and not for Laser Diode? second, Do you supply also the circuit board for TEC and sensor connections? so that I just plug and play once I have my sensor mounted on the heat sink>>> My application only to have temperature controllable station..... Thanks for your support nbayconich
(posted 2019-01-18 05:30:11.0) Thank you for contacting Thorlabs. Yes you can use the ITC501 as a temperature controller only and do not need to use the LD current driver outputs.
Several TEC elements we supply can be used with the ITC501 controller as long as the applied voltage to the TEC element you choose does not exceed the ITC501’s compliance voltage and you do not exceed the TEC element’s max heat load, max applied voltage or max temperature specifications.
We do not currently provide circuit boards for these devices at the moment. spiliot
(posted 2017-12-01 09:17:05.387) Should I try to widen the hole of HT19R by a few mms? Will this destroy the heater? nbayconich
(posted 2017-12-29 08:18:51.0) Thank you for contacting Thorlabs. Drilling a larger through hole is not recommended, and we can't guarantee the specs after drilling. A larger hole might damage the ceramic heater. I will reach out to you directly with more information. yt338
(posted 2017-07-04 11:59:42.587) Are your TECs capable of both heating up and cooling down? nbayconich
(posted 2017-07-11 10:35:54.0) Thank you for contacting Thorlabs. Our TEC's are capable of both heating and cooling. The primary purpose of these TEC's is to cool but can be used to heat a device if the hot surface is in contact. For general heating purposes we recommend using our resistive heaters, thermistors and temperature transducers. I will reach out to you directly. raphael.cohen3
(posted 2016-04-14 09:35:01.09) I didn't find which side will be the hot and which the cold for a given voltage input?
Thanks besembeson
(posted 2016-04-14 08:56:36.0) Response from Bweh at Thorlabs USA: The hot side is with the longer length dimensions when wired according to our specified polarity. See the following page: http://www.thorlabs.com/thorcat/4800/TEC3-2.5-SpecSheet.pdf curtis.volin
(posted 2014-05-19 15:07:42.88) I don't see a maximum temperature spec on HT10K or TLK-H. Can you provide this information? myanakas
(posted 2014-05-20 09:06:31.0) Response from Mike at Thorlabs: Thank you for your feedback. The temperature range for the HT10K and TLK-H is -32 to 100 °C (-26 to 212 °F). Based on your feedback this specification has been added to the web presentation for these parts. user
(posted 2014-01-27 04:25:16.06) What is the maximum operational temperature for the HT19R heater element? The heater element HT19R ships with a note saying the maximum is 180 C, while the data sheet online says 400 C. sharrell
(posted 2014-01-27 09:43:26.0) Response from Sean at Thorlabs: Thank you for your pointing out this inconsistency. 400 °C is the correct maximum temperature specification. It appears that the item shipped with an older, incorrect version of the spec sheet; we are working with the production team to get the items in inventory corrected now. jlow
(posted 2012-12-11 17:01:00.0) Response from Jeremy at Thorlabs: The leads on the HT10K are about 13". cbrideau
(posted 2012-12-11 16:05:54.117) How long are the leads on the HT10K? Or can you just solder on your own? tcohen
(posted 2012-10-15 09:25:00.0) Response from Tim at Thorlabs: Thank you for your feedback. We will add the cable as a standalone item shortly (with HIROSE connectors for mating with TC200). For immediate assistance with a compatible cable, please contact us at techsupport@thorlabs.com. cpinyan
(posted 2012-10-10 12:58:44.463) Would be great if Thorlabs also sold connecting cable (connector one end and alligator or other quick clips on other end) to go between Thermistor, heating elements and one of the standard temperature controllers. |
Zoom
Performance specifications are given in the table below as a function of TH, the temperature of the hot surface of the TEC. Imax is the maximum allowed current across the TEC element and Vmax is the maximum allowed voltage difference. These values should not be exceeded. Qmax is the maximum heat load that the TEC can handle; ΔTmax is the maximum temperature difference between the hot and cold surfaces of the TEC in a dry nitrogen environment.
When choosing a TEC, it is important to know the heat load, or cooling capacity, of the system (how much heat must be transferred away from the device) and to match that load with a capable TEC. The TEC should be rated for a maximum heat load above that which is emitted by the system, and a sufficiently large heat sink must be attached to the hot surface. Proper thermal contact is necessary for optimal heat transfer. Ensuring that the TEC is of the proper size for the system is important as well as using thermal tape or grease to help facilitate heat transfer. It is important to note that the heat transfer efficiency is affected by the ambient environment; care must be taken to avoid condensation on the cold side. Large changes in background temperature or significant humidity can hamper heat flow. These factors should be taken into account when choosing an appropriate TEC.
All the TECs available here, with the exception of the TEC3-2.5, TEC3-6, and TEC1.4-6, are silicone sealed to protect the core from moisture and condensation.
We offer several kinds of temperature controllers for our TECs. The TED4015 225 W TEC Controller is a benchtop laser diode temperature controller with excellent temperature stability. Our rack-mountable temperature controllers are also capable of excellent temperature stabilization and additionally are compatible with the PRO800 Chassis. For OEM, custom, or embedded systems, we offer OEM Temperature Controllers in SMT or THT Packages as well as on a PCB with mounting standoffs.
| Item # | Imax | TH = 27 °C | TH = 35 °C | TH = 50 °C | AC Resistance | Dimensions (See Above Diagram) |
Performance Graphs |
||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Qmax | Vmax | ΔTmax | Qmax | Vmax | ΔTmax | Qmax | Vmax | ΔTmax | @ 30 °Ca | A | B | C | D | E | |||
| TECF1S | 1.2 A | 6.0 W | 7.0 V | 68.8 °C | - | - | - | 6.7 W | 7.9 V | 77.9 °C | 6.50 Ω | 18.0 mm (0.71") |
18.0 mm (0.71") |
18.0 mm (0.71") |
4.9 mm (0.19") |
N/A |  |
| TECF2S | 1.9 A | 9.7 W | 8.2 V | 66.4 °C | - | - | - | 11.5 W | 9.1 V | 73.8 °C | 3.30 Ω | 18.0 mm (0.71") |
18.0 mm (0.71") |
18.0 mm (0.71") |
3.4 mm (0.13") |
N/A | |
| TECD2S | 2.1 A | 5.1 W | 3.7 V | 65.8 °C | - | - | - | 5.7 W | 4.2 V | 74.7 °C | 1.50 Ω | 12.0 mm (0.47") |
12.0 mm (0.47") |
12.0 mm (0.47") |
3.4 mm (0.13") |
N/A | |
| TEC3-2.5 | 2.5 A | 6 W | 3.6 V | 65 °C | 6 W | 3.8 V | 68 °C | 6 W | 4.1 V | 73 °C | 1.2 Ωa | 20.5 mm (0.807") |
16.0 mm (0.630") |
16.0 mm (0.630") |
4.0 mm (0.159") |
N/A | b |
| TECH3S | 3.7 A | 35.3 W | 14.3 V | 64.8 °C | - | - | - | 36.2 W | 15.3 V | 74.0 °C | 3.80 Ω | 30.0 mm (1.18") |
30.0 mm (1.18") |
30.0 mm (1.18") |
3.2 mm (0.13") |
N/A | |
| TECL4 | 3.8 A | 77.1 W | 32.3 V | 68.5 °C | - | - | - | 85.6 W | 35.6 V | 76.4 °C | 6.00 Ω | 50.0 mm (1.97") |
50.0 mm (1.97") |
50.0 mm (1.97") |
5.3 mm (0.21") |
N/A | |
| TECH4 | 4.6 A | 44.8 W | 15.2 V | 66.3 °C | - | - | - | 48.2 W | 16.6 V | 75.7 °C | 2.50 Ω | 40.0 mm (1.57") |
40.0 mm (1.57") |
40.0 mm (1.57") |
3.8 mm (0.15") |
N/A | |
| TEC3-6 | 5.6 A | 13 W | 3.6 V | 65 °C | 14 W | 3.8 V | 68 °C | 14 W | 4.1 V | 73 °C | 0.5 Ωa | 24.5 mm (0.965") |
20.0 mm (0.787") |
20.0 mm (0.787") |
4.0 mm (0.158") |
N/A | b |
| TECJ6 | 5.9 A | 87.9 W | 23.5 V | 67.7 °C | - | - | - | 103.5 W | 26.2 V | 76.1 °C | 3.25 Ω | 40.0 mm (1.57") |
40.0 mm (1.57") |
40.0 mm (1.57") |
4.1 mm (0.16") |
N/A | |
| TECD6 | 6.0 A | 14.1 W | 3.6 V | 66.0 °C | - | - | - | 15.1 W | 3.9 V | 74.5 °C | 0.45 Ω | 20.0 mm (0.79") |
20.0 mm (0.79") |
20.0 mm (0.79") |
3.8 mm (0.15") |
N/A | |
| TEC1.4-6 | 6.0 A | 6 W | 1.8 V | 65 °C | - | - | - | 7 W | 1.9 V | 75 °C | 0.3 Ωa | 14.2 mm (0.560") |
14.2 mm (0.560") |
14.2 mm (0.560") |
3.8 mm (0.150") |
Ø5.0 mm (Ø0.20") |
b |
| TECJ8 | 7.8 A | 123.2 W | 23.6 V | 66.6 °C | - | - | - | 145.8 W | 27.8 V | 74.5 °C | 2.40 Ω | 40.0 mm (1.57") |
40.0 mm (1.57") |
40.0 mm (1.57") |
4.1 mm (0.16") |
N/A | |
| TECH8 | 8.5 A | 75.6 W | 14.2 V | 66.2 °C | - | - | - | 84.2 W | 15.7 V | 75.0 °C | 1.50 Ω | 40.0 mm (1.57") |
40.0 mm (1.57") |
40.0 mm (1.57") |
3.5 mm (0.14") |
N/A | |
| TECH11 | 11.7 A | 101.0 W | 13.5 V | 66.4 °C | - | - | - | 110.0 W | 15.0 V | 75.5 °C | 1.05 Ω | 40.0 mm (1.57") |
40.0 mm (1.57") |
40.0 mm (1.57") |
3.5 mm (0.14") |
N/A | |
| TECD14 | 13.2 A | 31.8 W | 3.8 V | 72.0 °C | - | - | - | 34.0 W | 4.2 V | 75.0 °C | 0.23 Ω | 30.0 mm (1.18") |
30.0 mm (1.18") |
30.0 mm (1.18") |
3.9 mm (0.15") |
N/A | |
Zoom
Click for Details
Dual-Stage TEC Dimensional Drawing
| Specification | Value | Test Conditions (Vacuum) |
|---|---|---|
| Imax | 2.4 A | Q = 0 W, ΔT = 108 °C, TH = 50 °C |
| Vmax | 9.2 V | Q = 0 W, I = 2.4 A, TH = 50°C |
| ΔTmax | 108 °C | Q = 0 W, I = 2.4 A, TH = 50 °C |
| Qmax | 5.6 W | I = 2.4 A, ΔT = 0 °C, TH = 50°C |
| TH,max | 200 °C | - |
| Resistance | 2.664 - 3.251 Ω | 25 °C Ambient Temperature |
| Flatness / Parallelism of Two Faces | ≤0.10 mm | - |
Our Dual-Stage Thermoelectric Cooler (TEC) is ideal for situations where additional cooling is required. The TECD2 provides a temperature difference between the hot and cold surfaces of up to 108 °C when the hot surface is at 50 °C. The hot and cold surfaces are metalized copper to allow for soldering. This TEC is designed to operate in vacuum levels of 10-6 Torr with proper cleaning and bake out.
The performance values for our Dual-Stage TEC is given as a function of TH, the temperature of the hot surface of the TEC. Imax is the maximum allowed current across the TEC element and Vmax is the maximum allowed voltage difference. These values should not be exceeded. Qmax is the maximum heat load that the TEC can handle; ΔTmax is the maximum temperature difference between the hot and cold surfaces of the TEC in vacuum.
When choosing a TEC, it is important to know the heat load of the system (how much heat must be transferred away from the device) and to match that load with a capable TEC. The TEC should be rated for a maximum heat load above that which is emitted by the system, and a sufficiently large heat sink must be attached to the hot surface. Proper thermal contact is necessary for optimal heat transfer. Ensuring that the TEC is of the proper size for the system is important as well as using thermal tape or grease to help facilitate heat transfer. It is important to note that the heat transfer efficiency is affected by the ambient environment; care must be taken to avoid condensation on the cold side. Large changes in background temperature or significant humidity can hamper heat flow. These factors should be taken into account when choosing an appropriate TEC.
We offer three kinds of temperature controllers for our TECs. The TED4015 225 W TEC Controller is a benchtop laser diode temperature controller with excellent temperature stability. Our rack-mountable temperature controllers are also capable of excellent temperature stabilization and additionally are compatible with the PRO800 Chassis. For OEM, custom, or embedded systems, our OEM Temperature Controllers are available in SMT or THT Packages.
Zoom| Item # | HT10K | TLK-H |
|---|---|---|
| Heater Resistance | 19.7 Ω | |
| Sensor Type | NTC10K Thermistor | |
| Heating Capacity | 10 W/in2 (0.016 W/mm2) @ 70 °C | |
| Size | 1" x 3" (25.4 mm × 76.2 mm) | |
| Effective Heating Area | 2.23 in2 (1438.7 mm2) | |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 0.5" (12.7 mm) in Thermistor Area, 0.030" (0.8 mm) in All Other Areas |
|
| Temperature Range | -32 to 100 °C (-26 to 212 °F) | |
| Connector Type | Bare Wire Leads | 6-Pin Hirose HR10A-7R-6S |
- Kapton (Polyimide) Foil Heaters with Integrated Thermistors
- 1" x 3" (25.4 mm x 76.2 mm) Heating Area
- Adhesive Backing for Easy Installation
- 10 W/in2 (0.016 W/mm2) Heating Capacity
These 1" x 3" (25.4 mm x 76.2 mm) foil heating elements are useful for many lab applications. They have an integrated thermistor for closed-loop temperature control and an acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesive backing for easy installation. Both models use the same heating element.
The HT10K features bare wire leads for use with a user-provided connector. Alternatively, the TLK-H connects to the TC200 Temperature Controller using our TC200CAB10 6-Pin Hirose Cable (sold separately), eliminating the need to wire the foil heater into the controller.
Both foil heaters are flexible for use in applications such as heating lens tubes, as shown in the photo to the right. In this application, the lens tube can be isolated from the rest of the system using a Thermally Insulating Adapter.
Zoom| Item # | HT15W |
|---|---|
| Heater Resistance | 38.4 Ω ± 10% |
| Size | Ø0.122" x 1/2" (Ø3.1 mm × 12.7 mm) |
| Heating Capacity | 15 W @ 24 V, 3.8 W @ 12 V, 0.90 W @ 6 V |
| Maximum Temperature | 315 °C (600 °F)a |
| Connector Type | Bare Leads |
- General Purpose Cartridge-Type Resistive Heater
- Compact Ø0.122" x 1/2" (Ø3.1 mm × 12.7 mm) Cylindrical Package
- 15 W Maximum Heating Power
The HT15W is a 15 W cartridge-shaped resistive heater. It is compatible with our TC200 temperature controller.
Zoom| Item # | HT19R | HT24S | HT24S2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heater Power | 19 W @ 24 V 4.8 W @ 12V 1.2 W @ 6 V |
24 W @ 24 V 6.1 W @ 12 V 1.5 W @ 6 V |
|
| Heater Resistance | 30 Ω ± 10% | 23.5 Ω ± 10% | |
| Dimensions | Ø0.906" (23.0 mm) O.D. Ø0.157" (4.0 mm) I.D. |
0.787" (20.0 mm) Square | 1.143" (28.0 mm) Square |
| Dimensional Tolerance | ±0.02" (0.5 mm) O.D. ±.004" (0.1 mm) I.D. |
±0.02" (0.5 mm) | |
| Thickness | 0.05" (1.3 mm) | 0.07" (1.7 mm) | |
| Thickness Tolerance | ±0.002" (0.05 mm) | ||
| Lead Length | 1.97" (50.0 mm) | ||
| Max Temperature | 400 °C | ||
Zoom| Item # | HT10KR |
|---|---|
| Heater Power | 10 W @ 24 V ±10% |
| Heater Resistance | 50 Ω ±10% |
| Dimensions | Ø25.0 mm (0.984") O.D. Ø20.0 mm (0.787") I.D. |
| Dimensional Tolerance | ±0.1 mm (0.003") |
| Thicknessa | 2.25 mm (0.088") |
| Thickness Tolerance | ±0.1 mm (0.003") |
| Lead Length | 305 mm (12.0") |
| Lead Length Tolerance | +10/-0.0 mm (+0.4/-0.0") |
| Max Temperature | 75 °C |
- General Purpose Metal Ceramic Heater with Thermistor
- Outer Diameter: Ø25.0 mm
- Inner Diameter: Ø20.0 mm
- 10 W Heating Power
The HT10KR Metal Ceramic Heater is a 10 W ring-shaped heater with a 10 kΩ thermistor. It can be used with the TC200 Temperature Controller. The heater is also incorporated in our GCH25R Cap Heater for Ø25 mm glass cells.
Zoom| AD590 | |
|---|---|
| Linear Current Output | 1 µA / K |
| Operating Range | -55 °C to 150 °C |
| Power Supply Range | 4 to 30 V |
| Bottom View (Click to Enlarge) |
 |
| TH10Ka | |
|---|---|
| Temp. Accuracy | ±1 °C |
| Dissipation Constant | 1.4 mW/°C |
| Time Constant | 15 s |
| Operating Range | -50 to 150 °C |
| Temp. Coefficient | -4.40 %/°C |
| TH100PT | |
|---|---|
| Rating | 100 Ω @ 0 °C |
| Temp. Coefficient | 3.85 x 10-3 / K |
| Accuracy | Class B Tolerance (±0.3 °C @ 100 Ω) |
| Operating Range | -70 to 400 °C (-94 to 752 °F) |
Thermal Management Components| Log In | My Account | Contact Us | Careers | Privacy Policy | Home | FAQ | Site Index | ||
| Regional Websites: West Coast US | Europe | Asia | China | Japan | ||
| Copyright 1999-2019 Thorlabs, Inc. | ||
| Sales: 1-973-300-3000 Technical Support: 1-973-300-3000 |