In electronics and precision engineering, precise temperatures are not a luxury but a prerequisite. Whether a laser diode has to be held constantly at 25 °C, a PCR sample cycled between 60 and 95 °C, or a semiconductor test socket brought reproducibly to 125 °C – we supply the matching thermal solution: component, engineering and control from a single source.
Our focus is thermoelectric temperature control with Peltier elements: compact, silent, quick to control and with no moving parts. Complemented by heating foils, liquid cooling systems, sensor technology and control technology, we cover almost every requirement in the temperature range from –40 °C to +200 °C.
Our range at a glance
We structure our portfolio by function within the thermal chain:
Thermoelectric cooling and heating (Peltier)
- Peltier coolers and heaters – ready-to-use assemblies from around 30 to 600 W of cooling capacity
- Peltier elements – standard and multistage modules for custom designs
- Complete packages – matched sets comprising Peltier element, heat dissipation, controller and sensor technology
Heating solutions
- Heating foils – flexible, from a few cm2 up to large surfaces, in silicone, polyimide or polyester
- Heating elements – PTCs and resistance heaters for defined heat input
Heat dissipation
- Heat sinks – standard and custom profiles, passive or with fan
- Liquid cooling systems – for high power densities and defined supply temperatures
- Fans – axial and radial, in all common sizes
Control and power supply
- Temperature controllers – single- and multi-channel, with PID control and interfaces for plant control systems
- Solid-state relays – wear-free switching of resistive and inductive loads
- Power supplies – regulated supply for Peltier and heating circuits
Temperature measurement
- Thermal sensors – NTC, PT100/PT1000 and thermocouples of all common classes
- Infrared sensors – non-contact measurement on moving or inaccessible objects
- Thermal imaging cameras – area-wide temperature analysis for development and maintenance
Services
- Engineering and customer-specific solutions – thermal balance, system design, prototyping
Typical fields of application
- Medical technology – sample temperature control in diagnostics, PCR cycles, cooling of optical sensors in in-vitro diagnostics
- Laser technology – stabilisation of laser diodes, temperature control of optical assemblies
- Semiconductor and electronics testing – temperature-controlled test sockets, burn-in, climate tests
- Automotive industry – sensor cooling, climate comfort, hardware-in-the-loop test benches
- Laboratory and research – cryogenics, sample handling, custom experimental setups
- Industrial process technology – temperature control of tools, components and bonding processes
Why choose uwe electronic for temperature management?
- System expertise instead of selling individual parts – we consider the entire thermal chain: heat source, heat dissipation, control, sensor technology
- Engineering included – send us your thermal balance or your application case and we will propose a concrete configuration
- Fast sample service for validation before the series decision
- Customer-specific solutions based on proven platforms – from a modified Peltier device to a custom heating foil
- Long-standing manufacturer partnerships in Europe and Asia – reliable availability and consistent quality
Frequently asked questions about temperature management
What is a Peltier element and how does it work? A Peltier element is a thermoelectric component that generates a temperature difference between its two sides when current flows – one side cools, the other becomes warm. By reversing the polarity, the direction of action can be switched, so the same element can both heat and cool. Peltier elements are compact, silent and have no moving parts.
What is the difference between a Peltier element and a Peltier cooler? The Peltier element is the bare component. A Peltier cooler is a ready-to-use assembly that already combines the element with heat sinks, fans or a water circuit, connecting cables and, in some cases, control. If you do not want to build your own mechanical setup, the device is the faster route.
When are heating foils the right choice? Heating foils are suitable wherever flat, defined heating is required – for example when heating curved surfaces, pre-heating optics, or preventing condensation on sensors. They are thin, flexible and can be cut to almost any shape or manufactured to form.
Do you also offer complete system engineering? Yes. Based on your thermal balance, the required control quality and the ambient conditions, we propose a configuration of Peltier element, heat dissipation, controller and sensor technology – including the selection of suitable power supplies and, where applicable, a fan.
Which temperature sensors work with your controllers? Our controllers support the common sensor types: NTC, PT100/PT1000 and thermocouples (types J, K, T and others). Which class is suitable for your application depends on the temperature range and the required accuracy. We will recommend the right combination for you.
Do you have a thermal application – and are looking for the right solution? Send us your thermal balance or describe your application to us. We will propose a concrete design – including all components. Call us on +49 89 4411900 or use our contact form.
