Overview

Why choose ThermoCube 265?



Compact size: 12.75 x 11 x 12.75"” 
Precise temperature control (+0.05 °C) even near ambient
For use with water/glycol solutions, water/alcohol, Fluorinert or HFE or water
Very energy efficient (typically <300 W AC)
Whisper-quiet, 63 dBA
Worldwide power compatibility, universal input standard
Easy-to-use controller for fixed temperature control  or temperature cycling
Air-cooled.  Does not require house or facility chilled water.  Can operate in any standard room, laboratory or office.

Benefits of The ThermoCube 265 Recirculating Chiller

Reliable Freon-Free Thermoelectric Technology
The ThermoCube uses thermoelectric technology, widely used throughout the world for 50 years in various applications from spacecrafts to home appliances.  With lifetimes exceeding 200,000 hours, the thermoelectric modules at the core of this chiller make for ultra-high intrinsic reliability.

Optimized for Modest Heat Loads
ThermoCube is available in 265 Watt capacities, below the economical range of refrigerant-based chillers.

Whisper Quiet
With only two moving parts, the pump and cooling fan, ThermoCube is quiet. The 265 model runs at 63 dBA.  (Liquid-cooled ThermoCubes have no fan.)

Precise Temperature Control
Because electrons transfer the heat, ThermoCube responds instantaneously to changes in load.  The digital PID temperature controller holds to < + 0.05 °C, even near ambient.

Energy Efficiency
ThermoCube is very energy-efficient.  Its thermoelectric modules are powered by a variable voltage power supply that provides the minimum power required to control the temperature at set point, so ThermoCube only draws as much power as needed.  It was also designed to operate in the modules’ most energy-efficient range.

No Vibration
ThermoCube provides virtually vibration-free liquid flow when equipped with smooth-flow gear pumps and external filter.

High Pressure Pumps Standard
ThermoCube’s standard pump is capable of delivering up to 50 psi for laser diode and other high-pressure applications. 

Photos

 

A ThermoCube 265 is shown with a regulation-size soccer ball for comparison.
All ThermoCubes are the same size.

Performance

 

Specifications

Operating Range:	-15 to 65 °C standard range	Noise	63 dBA at 3 feet (60 or 49 dBA optional)
Cooling Capacity:	265 W at 25 °C (25 °C ambient) See performance curve	Size (L x W x H):	12.75 x 11.0 x 12.75" (32.4 x 28 x 32.4 cm)
Modes:	Fixed setpoint, cycling	Weight:	28 lbs. (12.7 kg) (with basic options)
Precision:	< + 0.05 °C, even near ambient	Standards:	CE, Intertek listed to ANS/UL STD 61010-1
Coolant:	Water/glycol mixture, Galden/Fluorinert, or HFE	Pumps:	See Pump Curves under Performance
Power:	85-265 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz	Warranty:	2 years
Alarms:	TTL (temp and system failure), fluid level

Configuration

Capacity


Pumps

Option	Purpose	Noise	Pressure	Allowed Process Coolant	MTBF (manufacturer's)	Pump Warranty*
1 lpm magnetic drive gear	smooth flow, virtually vibration free, stainless steel head allows additional process fluids	63 dBA	3 bar, 40 psi	Water, glycol/water, alcohol/water, DI water, HFE, PAO, Fluorinert, Galden	25,000 hr MTBF	2 yr
2 lpm magnetic drive gear	smooth flow, virtually vibration free, stainless steel head allows additional process fluids	65 dBA	3 bar, 40 psi	Water, glycol/water, alcohol/water, DI water, HFE, PAO, Fluorinert, Galden	25,000 hr MTBF	2 yr
3 lpm magnetic drive gear	smooth flow, virtually vibration free, stainless steel head allows additional process fluids		3 bar, 40 psi	Water, glycol/water, alcohol/water, DI water, HFE, PAO, Fluorinert, Galden	25,000 hr MTBF	2 yr

Fans
All fans suitable for indoor, non-condensing environments

Option	Purpose	Noise at 1 meter
Standard fan	Included in base price	60 to 63 dBA

Power Cords

Options

United States & Canada

Europe

Japan

United Kingdom

Israel

Australia

Isreal

Korea

China

Customer specifies power cord for their country. Six standard cords are available at no extra charge. Universal input, 85 - 265 VAC, 50/60 Hz.


Fittings
All options are available on process coolant lines or house water lines.

Option	purpose	tubing size	manufacturer's website
John Guest	simple, push-in fittings for plastic tubing	1/4"	www.johnguest.com
CPC	valved fitting; for easy disconnect and reconnect (not recommended for use with centrifugal pump due to low head pressure)	1/4"	www.colder.com	A mating fitting must match Colder Products part number PLCD16004
CPC metal	toughened version of CPC fitting, chrome-plated brass	1/4"		A mating fitting must match Colder Products part number LCD16004
Swagelok	for use with stainless steel tubing, typically semiconductor applications, very durable	1/4"	www.swagelok.com

Other Options

Communications	ES	RS232 interface controller, enhanced on ThermoCube as of September 2007
Filters	EF	External filter, 5 micron, attaches to chiller externally, adds approx 6" to depth compatible with PAO, water, glycol/water, alcohol/water, DI water
	AF	External air filter mounted onto fan intake grill, adds 1/2" to width of chiller helps eliminate hair, carpet fibers, lint, dust
Steel Tank	SS	Stainless steel tank and stainless steel plumbing
	ST	Stainless steel tank and multilayer rubber hose plumbing
Fixed Setpoint	PT	Preset control temperature from -5 to +65 No user input buttons on user interface Fixed single setpoint
Vibration Reduction	VD	Adds sound dampening material to interior of sheet metal skins Useful for ultra-sensitive SEMS and CCD applications to minimize vibration traveling into fluids
Dry Contact Signals	DC	Dry contact alarm signals
Auto-restart	AR	Software upgrade Upon chiller power-up, unit automatically returns to control at last setpoint temperature (no operator input required)
Optional Fluid Compatibility	DI	Electroless nickel coating on all wetted metal parts
	ZZ	Options are automatically selected to provide compatiblity with the fluid,  ZZ=use one of these fluid codes Choices: PA = PAO SI=Silicon Oil FL=Fluorinert GA=Galden
Custom Engineered Special	YY	Need-specific customization.  Examples include flow switches, custom software, remote temperature probe, custom pumps