Peltier Thermoelectric Cooler 12V 40mm TEC1-12715

The TEC1-12715 Thermoelectric Cooler Module is a solid-state electronic cooling and heating device based on the Peltier effect. When electrical current flows through the module, heat is transferred from one side to the other, creating a cold surface on one side and a hot surface on the opposite side.

The module is designed for high-performance cooling and precision temperature control applications. It can be used for both cooling and heating simply by reversing the input polarity. The labeled side of the module acts as the hot side during standard operation.

Built using Bi2Te3 thermoelectric materials, the TEC1-12715 provides efficient heat transfer, compact size, and reliable operation in demanding environments. With 127 thermocouple junctions, the module can achieve a maximum temperature difference (ΔTmax) of 68°C.

The TEC1-12715 is widely used in electronics cooling, portable refrigeration systems, laboratory equipment, medical devices, and industrial temperature stabilization systems. For safe operation, the module must always be paired with an appropriate heat sink and cooling fan or liquid cooling system to prevent overheating and damage.

Specifications

• Model: TEC1-12715
• Type: Thermoelectric Cooler (TEC / Peltier Module)
• Manufacturer: Hebei
• Material: Al2O3 (Aluminum Oxide)
• Thermoelectric Material: Bi2Te3
• Dimensions: 50 × 50 × 3.9 mm
• Weight: 50g
• Maximum Voltage (Umax): 15.4V
• Maximum Current (Imax): 15.6A
• Maximum Cooling Power (Qmax): 150W
• Maximum Temperature Difference (ΔTmax): 68°C
• Maximum Operating Temperature: 138°C
• Resistance: 0.8Ω
• P-N Junction Couples: 127 couples
• Wire Length: 200mm
• Wire Size: 20AWG
• Wire Insulation Material: Teflon
• Design: Without silicone sealing

Important Safety Notes

• Always use a heat sink with a cooling fan or liquid cooling system
• Operating without proper heat dissipation may cause:
  • Module damage
  • Overheating
  • Fire risk
  • Personal injury
• Reversing the polarity changes the module from cooling mode to heating mode
• The labeled side of the module is the hot side during normal operation

Applications

• CPU and GPU cooling systems
• Performance PC cooling
• Portable refrigeration systems
• Food and beverage cooling
• Commercial transport cooling systems
• Temperature stabilization systems
• Precision laboratory temperature control
• Medical equipment cooling
• Photonic and optical systems
• Industrial thermoelectric control systems
• DIY cooling and heating projects
• Research and scientific applications