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This section provides an overview for thermoelectric coolers as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 20 thermoelectric cooler manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked thermoelectric cooler companies as of December, 2024: 1.ThermoElectric Cooling America Corporation, 2.ADDA, 3.Delta Electronics, Inc..
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A Thermoelectric Cooler, also called a Peltier module, is a thermoelectric device that cools or heats a device by applying an electric current to it.
Thermoelectric Cooler is a module of semiconductor elements used in various cooling and heating devices. By quick conversion of the direction of the flowing current, the temperature control management of the object can be highly accurate and quickly heat up or exhaust heat.
This phenomenon is due to the Peltier effect that occurs when an electric current flows, and is incorporated not only in industrial applications, but also in familiar everyday products. The Peltier effect was discovered by French physicist Jean Charles Peltier in 1834. At the time of his discovery, two different metals were used, but today efficient semiconductors are used.
Thermoelectric Cooler elements are generally used in a wide range of fields as clean elements. For example, in the field of measurement and analysis, they are used to dehumidify spectrophotometers and gas analyzers, while in the field of optics, they are used to cool projectors and surveillance cameras.
In the consumer field, applications include cooling computer CPUs, air conditioners, air purifiers, hair dryers, cooler boxes, wine coolers, and medical equipment. Because of the expected reduction in production costs and high reliability, thermo-modules are also used in familiar consumer electronics products.
Thermoelectric Cooler utilizes the phenomenon that heat is transferred from one metal to the other when a direct current is applied to the junction of two different metals. This is called the Peltier effect, and when an electric current is applied directly to the Thermoelectric Cooler, a temperature difference is generated on both sides of the element.
The low-temperature side absorbs heat and the high-temperature side generates heat, allowing heat to be transferred from the low-temperature side to the high-temperature side. Furthermore, by changing the polarity of the current, the direction of the heat pumping can be changed, and by changing the magnitude of the current, the amount of heat can also be changed.
This Peltier effect can be easily used for cooling, heating, and temperature control.
The thermoelectric semiconductor elements most employed in recent years are welded blocks with distinct N and P characteristics or alloys of appropriately doped bismuth esterides. They are characterized by the directional nature of the material. The principle is then to transfer thermal energy by the difference between the extra electrons in the N material and the missing electrons in the P material.
Thermoelectric Cooler is a unit of P and N semiconductor elements connected in series in alternating PN patterns, sandwiched between ceramic substrates.
Cooling systems generally use refrigerant and require equipment such as compressors. Thermoelectric Coolers, on the other hand, do not require refrigerants or compressors, and have the advantages of being compact, lightweight, and vibration-free. They are also environmentally friendly cooling and heating devices. Another advantage is the ability to control temperatures with high precision. However, there is room for improvement in terms of efficiency.
Heat sinks, which are often used to cool electronic devices, only dissipate heat. Thermoelectric Coolers, on the other hand, can cool down to below ambient temperature, thus enabling efficient cooling.
Semiconductor lasers used in optical communication networks must maintain a constant laser wavelength to ensure stable communication information transmission. The key to stabilizing the wavelength is temperature. Thermoelectric Coolers are being used more and more for this application.
In addition, products with ion generators are now available in home appliances. While water purification systems release components that cause mold and bacteria, Thermoelectric Coolers cool the moisture in the air and condense it to produce clean ions without harmful components, thus saving power.
In addition, the PCR method, which tests for the presence of pathogens, amplifies DNA reactions. Thermoelectric Coolers are used in this case because precise temperature cycles with precise temperature control are required.
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ThermoElectric Cooling America Corporation, established in 1984 as a spin-off of the Borg-Warner Corporation, is based in Chicago, Illinois, USA, and is a manufacturer of thermoelectric cooling and temperature control products. The company primarily produces cold plates for direct contact cooling or heating devices and components, air conditioners for heating or cooling electronics enclosures, and liquid chillers for cooling liquids in laboratory or process environments. The company also provides custom manufacturing services for its clients in the food and beverage, renewable energy, and industrial automation sectors.
CUI Devices, established in 1989 and headquartered in Lake Oswego, Oregon, is an electronic components manufacturer that is ISO 9001 certified. It stocks motion, sensor, and relay solutions and works with several distribution partners, including Mouser Electronics, Digi-Key Electronics, and Electro Sonic. The company gives back to the community by supporting organizations like Tualatin School House Pantry, Girls Who Code, and Friends of Trees, which aim to uplift society by providing basic needs, STEM education, and environmental stewardship. It has contract manufacturing facilities in other countries, including China, Vietnam, and Japan.
Finisar Corporation is a manufacturer of optical communication components and subsystems. The company was founded in April 1987 and situated at Sunnyvale, California. The company is a global technology company in optical communications. Its products enable high-speed voice, video, and data communications for networking, storage, wireless, and cable TV applications. The company has created solutions in optics technology and supplied system manufacturers with production volume for network bandwidth. The company develops a product line primarily for telecommunications, using EY-amplification technologies including erbium-doped fiber amplification, Raman amplification, and dynamic hybrid amplification.
Wakefield Thermal, Inc., founded in 1957 with headquarters in the USA, is a manufacturer of thermal management equipment, accessories, and systems. The company's products include thermal extrusions, LED heat sinks, heat frames and pipes, fans, and heat exchangers. Wakefield Thermal serves various industries, including power conversion, information technology, renewable energy, telecommunications, and transportation markets. The company also offers end-to-end custom thermal engineering and production solutions to meet client-specific requirements, which include natural and forced convection, fluid phase change, liquid cooling, and thermal accessories.
Sheetak is an American manufacturer of thermal management products that was established in 2009 in Austin, Texas. The company produces various branded thermal management utilities including EON energy harvesters, QOOL optical thermal management chips, GREEN COOLERS refrigerant-free cooling systems, and CENTUM multi-stage high power coolers. It also offers compact and lightweight portable coolers for outdoor applications. Sheetak products are commonly used in data centers, healthcare facilities, and energy production plants, as well as by clients in genomics, telecommunications, and defense.
Air Innovations, Inc. established in North Syracuse, NY in 1986 is a manufacturer of environmental control and HVAC control systems. Their product portfolio includes Cleanroom Systems, HEP Air Clean Room HVAC, Wine Guardian, and Desktop Control Consoles that are used for Explosion proof HVAC, Wine Cellar Environmental Control, military HVAC, Aerospace Environmental Control, and Pharmaceutical Temperature & Humidity Control. The company also offers customer services that include technical support, training and customized services.
Zooby Promotional was founded in 2006 in Dallas Texas. Zooby Promotional is a promotional products supplier and custom importer. Zooby offers standard and custom-ordered apparel including shirts, office wear, outerwear, bottoms, headwear, aprons, gloves, and shoes; awards including trophies, plaques, emplems, paper weights, and vases; bags such as tote bags and backpacks, drinkware such as mugs, tumblers, steins, and cups; fun category items such as camping, team spirit items, balls, toys, and golf items; headware, health and first aid equipment, office equipment, technology items, writing items, as well as items from other categories such as eco friendly, made in USA, and executive gifts.
Dr. Neumann Peltier-Technik GmbH was founded in 1956 and is a manufacturer of thermoelectric products based in Munich, Germany. The company's product range includes switch cabinet dehumidifiers, surface coolers, laboratory technology, energy-autonomous sensor technology, and various accessories. It utilizes Peltier technology to take advantage of its refrigerant-free cooling, vibration, and noise-free operation and robustness against environmental influences like salt mist, dust, and moisture. These benefits allow its products to be used in various applications, even on moving, accelerated, vibrating components or assemblies, and in multiple weather conditions.
Rittal is a German manufacturer of electrical enclosures and related products that was established in Herborn, Hesse in 1961 as part of the Friedhelm Loh Group. The company primarily produces standard and modular enclosures for various electronic and electrical components, such as servers, switchgear, or control panels. It also offers automation, power distribution, IT infrastructure, and climate control systems for use in industrial facilities. Rittal products are mainly used by clients in the telecommunications, energy production, automotive, maritime, and logistics sectors.
Z-MAX Co., Ltd., founded in 1990 and headquartered in Japan, with additional offices in Hong Kong and manufacturing facilities in China, is a manufacturer of thermoelectric coolers and devices. The company's products include performance thermoelectric coolers, thermoelectric cooling units, thermoelectric generator modules, and ceramic substrates, all of which are produced for original equipment manufacturers. These products are used in applications that include cooling of manufacturing process control boards, controlling the temperature of humid air supply machines, personal computer CPU cooling, and temperature control of photo-detecting devices.
ADDA is a manufacturer and supplier of cooling fans, with its establishment in 1978 and headquarters located in Pingtung City, Taiwan. They offer a diverse range of products, including AC fans such as axial and centrifugal fans designed for applications like computers and industrial equipment. Additionally, their DC fans consist of both brushless and brush DC fans that find application in smartphones, tablets, and laptops. Furthermore, ADDA provides thermal modules like heatsinks, heatpipes, and fans, serving as efficient solutions for heat dissipation from electronic components. ADDA also provides highly customizable products meeting ISO 9001/IATF16949 quality standards.
Marlow Industries is a subsidiary of II-VI Incorporated, now known as II-VI Marlow. II-VI produces various optical components, laser tools, and engineering materials for a vast array of markets including communications, automotive, life sciences , aerospace and defense. Marlow in particular is a designer and manufacturer of fiber optics guidance systems, infrared sensors and their subsystems, as well as various refrigerating and cooling systems.
Fellow Tech Material Technology, based in Tokyo, Japan, is a manufacturer of polymer multilayer capacitors (PMLCAP), and was established in 2019 as a joint venture between Mitsui Chemicals Tohcello Inc. and Fellowes Japan Co. Ltd. The company primarily produces PMLCAPs with low equivalent series resistance, low noise, high capacitance density, and wide temperature range. It also offers customization services including adjustments to size, voltage rating, terminal type, and capacitance value. The company’s products are used in manufacturing automotive electronics, power supplies, communication devices, and industrial equipment.
Laird Thermal Systems, founded in Morrisville, North Carolina, is a manufacturer of thermal management products. The company's product portfolio includes Thermoelectric Modules, Thermoelectric Assemblies, Temperature Controllers, Liquid Cooling Systems, and Thermoelectric Coolers. The company serves industries such as Oil and Gas, Aerospace and Defense, Automotive and Transportation, Construction, and Power Generation. The company provides services such as Product Selection Guidance, Engineering Support, New Product Design and Development and Custom Manufacturing.
Based in Ibaraki Prefecture north of Tokyo, Takagi Manufacturing Company is a specialized metal manufacturer specializing in copper components, especially for computing and technology industries. Takagi Manufacturing Company is a pioneer in thermal products, focusing on original product designs of various types including plating, Seebeck units, and heater coolers with a recent emphasis in water-cooled heatsinks for the electronics industry.
OHM ELECTRIC CO., LTD, founded in 1961 and headquartered in Hamamatsu, Japan, is a manufacturer specializing in wiring accessories, as well as temperature and environmental control devices. OHM offers various wiring accessories including cable glands, insulation caps, and junction boxes. To meet the requirements for maintaining a clean work environment, especially in manufacturing sites, the company provides a range of coolers, dehumidifiers, and condensate evaporators for indoor temperature and humidity control, as well as oil mist and dust collectors. Moreover, OHM offers system integrations with regard to electrical engineering solutions and automated machinery for various industries, including medical, food, and robotics.
Deltron AG was founded in 1978 in Switzerland as a manufacturer and distributor of connectors. The company manufactures a large variety of D-Sub connectors, housings, adapters, and high-quality contacts. There are also Thermoelectric assemblies and modules, terminal blocks, and accessories for D-Sub products being designed and distributed. These connectors come in different versions like High Density, Dual-Port, Combi, and Filter D-Sub and they are available in press-fit, surface mount, and waterproof up to IP68 that have uses in the Telecommunication sector, for connecting and disconnecting power lines and for machines and equipment that is exposed to dust and liquids.
Delta Electronics was founded in 1971 in Taipei, Taiwan. Delta Electronics is a global provider of power and thermal management solutions, serving power electronics, automation, and infrastructure. Delta’s power electronics division sells components such as inductors, power and system components such as industrial power supplies and external adapters, fans and thermal management such as DC brushless fans and motors, and automotive electronics. Automation includes industrial automation and building automation subdivisions. Infrastructure includes ICT infrastructure, energy infrastructure & industrial solutions, and display & visualization. Delta Electronics also provides solutions for data center, telecom energy, and EV charging.
European Thermodynamics Ltd., a company established in 2001 in Kibworth, Leicestershire, UK, is a supplier of thermal solutions. The company provides various products, including energy harvesting, thermoelectric modules, temperature controllers, heaters, and heat pipes. The thermoelectric modules are used in heating or cooling to reduce the coefficient of temperature. Its products are also used in automotive, manufacturing, marine, aerospace, and building applications. As ISO 9001:2015 certified, the company offers various services such as mechanical design, thermal analysis, embedded electronics, prototyping, and stress analysis.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ThermoElectric Cooling America Corporation |
13.7%
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| 2 | ADDA |
10.1%
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| 3 | Delta Electronics, Inc. |
7.4%
|
| 4 | Finisar |
7.0%
|
| 5 | Sheetak |
6.1%
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| 6 | Wakefield Thermal, Inc. |
5.6%
|
| 7 | Rittal GmbH & Co. KG |
5.6%
|
| 8 | Z-MAX Co.Ltd |
5.0%
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| 9 | Air Innovations, Inc. |
5.0%
|
| 10 | European Thermodynamics Ltd. |
4.5%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the thermoelectric cooler page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
|
United States of America
|
7 | 41.2% |
|
Japan
|
4 | 23.5% |
|
Germany
|
2 | 11.8% |
|
Taiwan
|
2 | 11.8% |
|
Switzerland
|
1 | 5.9% |
|
United Kingdom
|
1 | 5.9% |
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