How do thermoelectric coolers (TEC) work?

Operation of thermoelectric coolers is based on Peltier effect. Two-, three- and four-staged thermoelectric cooler are available. TEC is biased with DC current supply. The parameters of TEC depend on temperature of the hot side of cooler. It is typically specified for 300K.

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