SenseFuture TEC103L Single Channel Temperature Controller
Product Functions
TEC103 is primarily used for temperature measurement and control in optical components, such as lasers, detectors, and small sample chambers.
Product Features
- Thermal measurement sensitivity of 0.1 mK, long-term drift (over 24 hours) less than 1 mK.
- Temperature control stability of ±0.001°C, is suitable for most scenarios, including the stringent temperature control requirements for semiconductor lasers.
- Optional bipolar or unipolar output.
- Capable of limiting the maximum rate of temperature change.
- Supports NTC (Negative Temperature Coefficient) thermistor temperature sensors.
- Chip-level design, facilitating integration into circuit board designs.
- Features overheat protection for the circuit board, ensuring reliable performance.
- Allows direct parameter setting via the display control module, with settings retained in memory after power loss, simplifying production operations.
- Provides a comprehensive set of serial port control commands, offering an open platform for customization and integration.
Product Parameters
Table1 Basic Parameters of TEC103
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PARAMETERS |
MODEL |
UNIT |
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| TEC103L | TEC103 | TEC130
(Pending Launch) |
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| 24-hour Temperature Measurement Stability
(with the matched thermistor) |
<0.001@20℃ |
<0.001@20℃ |
°C |
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| Temperature drift caused by ambient temperature | 0.0001 | 0.0001 | °C/°C | |
| Optimal Temperature Control Stability
(related to the overall system) |
±0.01 |
±0.001 |
±0.001 |
°C |
| Temperature Change Limit Setting Range | 0.01~2.5 | 0.01~2.5 | °C/s | |
|
Temperature Setting Method |
UART |
UART
Analog Voltage: 1V =10kΩ |
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| Power Supply Voltage (Short-term Maximum Voltage: 28V) |
7~24 |
7~24 |
V |
|
| Output Polarity | Bipolar、Unipolar | Bipolar、Unipolar | V | |
| Number of Channels | 1 | 1 | ||
| Maximum Output Voltage | ±90%Vin (Settable) | ±90%Vin (Settable) | ||
| Output Current Range | 0~±3 | 0~±30 | A | |
| Ambient Temperature | -55~60 | -55~60 | °C | |
| Ambient Humidity | 0~98 | 0~98 | %RH | |
| Thermal Dissipation Requirements | No Additional Thermal Dissipation Needed Within Rated Operating Range | |||
| Circuit Board Overheat Protection | Yes | |||
| Power Loss Memory | Yes | |||
| PID Parameters | User Adjustable | |||
| Size | 46.5*39.0*9.6 | —— | mm | |
| Weight | ≈30 | —— | g | |
Interface Introduction
| Pin Number | Pin Name | Pin Type |
Pin Definition (High Level: 3.3V, Low Level: 0V) |
|
1 |
GND |
Input |
Power Input Negative Pole (Low Current). |
|
2 |
STATE |
Output |
Temperature Control Status Output. High Level: Temperature control is functioning normally (temperature control error < 0.01°C). Low Level: Temperature control anomaly detected (temperature control error ≥ 0.01°C).
The temperature control standard of 0.01°C can be set. |
|
3 |
ENABLE |
Input |
Output Enable Pin. High Level (Default): Enables temperature control output. Low Level: Disables temperature control output. |
|
4 |
TX2 |
Output |
Serial Port 2 Receiver, TTL Level, used for connecting to the Screen Display Control Module. |
|
5 |
RX2 |
Input |
Serial Port 2 Receiver, TTL Level, used for connecting to the Screen Display Control Module. |
|
6 |
VCC |
Output |
3.3V Output, intended for connection to the screen display control module and not recommended for other uses. |
|
7 |
TX1 |
Output |
Serial Port 1 Receive End, TTL level, used for connecting to PC control software. Data bits: 8 bits, Stop bits: 1 bit, Parity: None, Baud Rate: 38400. |
|
8 |
RX1 |
Input |
Serial Port 1 Receive End, TTL level, used for connecting to PC control software. Data bits: 8 bits, Stop bits: 1 bit, Parity: None, Baud Rate: 38400. |
|
9 |
NTC- |
Input |
Thermistor (NTC) Interface, compatible with different resistance values of NTC thermistors, with wiring polarity not required. |
|
10 |
NTC+ |
Input |
Thermistor (NTC) Interface, compatible with different resistance values of NTC thermistors, with wiring polarity not required. |
|
11 |
GND |
Input |
Power Input Negative Pole (High Current). |
|
12 |
GND |
Input |
Power Input Negative Pole (High Current). |
|
13 |
Vin |
Input |
Power Input Positive Pole, with an input voltage range of 7 to 24V. |
|
14 |
Vin |
Input |
Power Input Positive Pole, with an input voltage range of 7 to 24V. |
|
15 |
TEC- |
Output |
The negative terminal of the temperature control current output is usually connected to the negative terminal of the Thermoelectric Cooler (TEC). |
|
16 |
TEC- |
Output |
The negative terminal of the temperature control current output is usually connected to the negative terminal of the Thermoelectric Cooler (TEC). |
|
17 |
TEC+ |
Output |
The positive terminal of the temperature control current output is typically connected to the positive terminal of the Thermoelectric Cooler (TEC). |
|
18 |
TEC+ |
Output |
The positive terminal of the temperature control current output is typically connected to the positive terminal of the Thermoelectric Cooler (TEC). |
Dimensional Drawing
Computer Software
(Communication Protocol Refer to Attachment)
Download：
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-2Ruffh7yyJPImV5w0OIUB0lyTqhbeRD/view?usp=sharing
Instructional Video
YOUTUBE【SenseFuture】±0.001℃ Temperature Controller (TEC103 Series) Instructions for Use —— DFB Laser Temperature Control
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=exZvXJUNZ1c
Selection Guide
Table3 Temperature Controllers Selection Guide
Temperature Measurement Range and Sensitivity of Temperature Sensors Compatible with
TEC103/207/215
|
Sensitivity |
NTC (500k B4250) | NTC (100k B3950) | NTC (10k B3950) | NTC (1k B3470) |
PT1000 |
PT100 |
| ≤±0.001℃ | 60~300℃ | 25~210℃ | -20~150℃ | -60~70℃ | -200~800℃ | —— |
| ≤±0.01℃ | 300~470℃ | 210~350℃ | 150~200℃ | 70~110℃ | —— | -200~800℃ |
| ≤±0.1℃ | 470~550℃ | 350~500℃ | 200~290℃ | 110~180℃ | —— | —— |
Temperature Measurement Range and Sensitivity of Temperature Sensors Compatible with TEC103L/207L/215L
|
Sensitivity |
NTC (500k B4250) | NTC (100k B3950) | NTC (10k B3950) | NTC (1k B3470) |
PT1000 |
PT100 |
| ≤±0.01℃ | 60~400℃ | 25~290℃ | -20~180℃ | -60~100℃ | -200~800℃ | —— |
| ≤±0.1℃ | 400~550℃ | 290~430℃ | 180~280℃ | 100~130℃ | —— | -200~800℃ |
| ≤±1℃ | —— | 430~550℃ | —— | 130~180℃ | —— | —— |
Customized Temperature Control System Services
We offer complete temperature control solutions, providing custom temperature control systems for institutions such as the National Institute of Metrology of China, the Anhui Institute of Optics and Fine Mechanics, Nanjing University, and Shenzhen University.
For customized temperature control systems, please contact our technical support at +86 191 2054 5883（WhatsApp ID same as phone number）
Attachment 1. Typical Application Cases
01 DFB Semiconductor Laser Temperature Control Case Study
- Temperature Control Object Information: A domestically manufactured Distributed Feedback (DFB) laser diode operating at a wavelength of 1370nm and a power output of 10mW.
- Temperature Sensor Specification: The laser module incorporates an NTC 10K B3950 thermistor internally.
- Heating/Cooling Device: The laser features an integrated thermoelectric cooler (TEC) capable of 1.5A at 2.6V.
- Temperature Controller Brand and Model: SenseFuture™ TEC103.
- Target Temperature: 25°C.
- Temperature Controller Settings: Power supply voltage is 12V, with a maximum output voltage percentage set at 20% (i.e., 12V × 20% = 2.4V); PID parameters configured as P = 200, I = 100, D = 0, with a positive hysteresis duty cycle of 0.005%, and a negative hysteresis duty cycle also at 0.005%.
- Measured Results: The actual temperature stability achieved is ±0.0005°C after 5 hours of testing under ambient conditions of 25±1.5°C, and ±0.0005°C maintained over a 24-hour period, again within an ambient range of 25±1.5°C.
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ICL Semiconductor Laser Temperature Control Case Study
- Performance is similar to 01, with specific details to be shared upon update.
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LD Laser Diode Temperature Control Case Study
- Performance is similar to 01, with specific details to be shared upon update.
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QCL Temperature Control Case Study
- Temperature Control Object Details: QCL (Quantum Cascade Laser) with a wavelength of 4332nm and a power output of 100mW.
- Temperature Sensor: An internal NTC 10K B3950 thermistor built into the laser.
- Heating/Cooling Device: An integrated thermoelectric cooler (TEC) within the laser operating at 7V.
- Temperature Controller Brand and Model: SenseFuture™ TEC103.
- Target Temperature: 47°C.
- Temperature Controller Settings: Supply voltage is 12V, with a maximum output voltage setting of 20% (corresponding to 12V x 20% = 2.4V), PID parameters configured as P = 5000, I = 500, and D = 0.
- Actual Test Results: Achieved temperature stability was ±0.001°C over a 1-hour test period.
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MCT Detector Temperature Control Case Study
- Temperature Control Object Information: MCT Detector from brand VIGO.
- Temperature Sensor: Built-in NTC 2K B3950 thermistor inside the detector.
- Heating/Cooling Element: Integrated thermoelectric cooler (TEC) within the detector rated at 1V and 100mA.
- Temperature Controller Brand and Model: SenseFuture™ TEC103.
- Target Temperature: 25°C.
- Temperature Controller Settings: Power supply voltage is 9V with a maximum output voltage percentage of 3% (which translates to 9V × 3% = 0.27V), PID parameters set to P = 15, I = 5, and D = 0.
- Measured Results: Achieved temperature stability of ±0.0025°C over a 14-hour test period.
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- Universities and Research Institutes
- Optical Instrument Technology Company
CONTACT INFORMATION
- Add：4F/16F, Building B, Gaoke Innovation Center, Guangming
- District, Shenzhen, Guangdong, China
- Tel：+86 191 2054 5883
- Mail：sales@sensefuture.com
- Web：www.sensefuture.com / www.sensefuture.com.cn
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