Peltier cell 12V/8A TEC1-12708 80W 40x40 mm CPU refrigerator cooling

Peltier cell TEC1-12708

The TEC1-12708 Peltier cell is a high-performance thermoelectric device measuring 40 x 40 x 4 mm, designed to be powered at up to 12 V with a current draw of up to 8 A. It features a maximum power of 80 W, resistance from 2 Ω to 2.2 Ω, and can operate over a wide temperature range from -55 °C to 83 °C.

Thanks to its performance, it is used in a variety of applications, offering a reliable solution for thermal regulation.

Key technical specifications

• Supply voltage: from 0 to 15.5 V (nominal 12 V)
• Maximum power: 80 W
• Maximum current draw: 8 A
• Resistance: from 2 Ω to 2.2 Ω
• Pressure: 85 N/cm2
• Operating temperature: from -55 °C to 83 °C
• Minimum wire length: 20 cm

Example applications

• Portable camping fridges and coolers
• Cooling hot electronic components-processors and graphics cards
• Thermostats for aquariums and terrariums
• Storage and transport of biological specimens
• Wine and alcohol storage cabinets

Benefits

• High cooling performance thanks to a maximum power of 80 W
• Compact 40 x 40 x 4 mm dimensions for easy mounting in tight spaces
• Wide operating temperature range from -55 °C to 83 °C for reliable operation
• Versatile use in electronics cooling and thermal regulation
• Convenient connection thanks to wires at least 20 cm long

Important usage information

Use only when mounted to heatsinks with thermal paste.

Connecting the cell to 12V DC without heatsinks for longer than 2-3 seconds causes permanent damage to the cell.