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Laird Thermal Systems Thermoelectric Coolers Keep

Machine Vision Systems Cool

High-end machine vision imaging systems require active cooling to ensure optimal image
resolution…

May 8, 2019 – Machine vision technology is enabling sophisticated object detection, recognition and
collision avoidance systems for next-generation autonomous vehicles, drones and robotics. Utilizing
temperature-sensitive imaging sensors and cameras, machine vision systems require active cooling to
deliver optimal image resolution independent of the operating environment. The HiTemp ET Series
Peltier thermoelectric cooler from Laird Thermal Systems is designed to keep sensors cool and
operating at peak performance in machine vision applications.

Sensors used in machine vision applications convert photons to electrons for digital processing.
Thermal noise can negatively affect image resolution as the temperature of the sensor assembly
increases. This can occur in many machine vision applications where heat generated by surrounding
electronics or in the environment exceeds the maximum operating temperature of the sensor. To
prevent image quality from deteriorating, solid-state thermoelectric coolers can reduce the sensor’s
temperature to meet proper design specifications, thus maintaining acceptable noise levels.

Thermoelectric coolers use the Peltier effect to create a temperature differential (ΔT) to transfer heat
from one side of the device to the other. A standard single-stage thermoelectric cooler can achieve
temperature differentials of up to 70°C, while a multi-stage thermoelectric cooler can achieve much
higher ΔTs. Thermoelectric coolers are integrated directly into the sensor assembly and typically
require a heat sink or other heat exchanger to dissipate heat into the surrounding environment.

Supporting applications operating in temperatures ranging from 80 to 150°C, the single-stage HiTemp
ET Series offers a cooling capacity of more than 300 watts in a compact form factor. To meet a broad
range of emerging applications, the HiTemp ET Series includes over 50 models with a wide variety of
heat pumping capacities, form factors and input voltages. In high temperature environments, enhanced
module construction prevents copper diffusion and degradation in performance, which can occur in
standard grade thermoelectric coolers.

"Thermoelectric coolers deliver active cooling that keep vital sensors at their optimal operating
temperature ensuring the highest image resolution,” said Andrew Dereka, Product Director at Laird
Thermal Systems. “Our HiTemp ET Series provide superior performance at elevated temperatures
where standard grade thermoelectric coolers fail.”

Laird Thermal Systems has the design, prototyping, testing and global manufacturing services to help
integrate thermoelectric cooling into machine vision applications. Our engineers partner closely with
customers throughout the entire product development lifecycle to reduce risks and accelerate time-to-
market for emerging applications.

For more information on the HiTemp ET Series visit https://www.lairdthermal.com/products/product-

series/hitemp-et-series
About Laird Thermal Systems
Laird Thermal Systems designs, develops and manufactures thermal management solutions for
demanding applications across medical, industrial and telecommunications markets. We manufacture
one of the most diverse product portfolios in the industry, ranging from active thermoelectric coolers
and assemblies to temperature controllers and liquid cooling systems. With unmatched thermal
management expertise, our engineers use advanced thermal modeling and management techniques to
solve complex heat and temperature control problems. By offering a broad range of design, prototyping
and in-house testing capabilities, we partner closely with our customers across the entire product
development lifecycle to reduce risk and accelerate time-to-market. Our global design, manufacturing
and support resources help customers shorten their product design cycle, maximize productivity,
uptime, performance and product quality. Laird Thermal Systems is the optimum choice for standard or
custom thermal solutions.

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