The Marlow Industries SE5010 is a microprocessor-controlled thermoelectric cooler (TEC) controller and power supply engineered for precise thermal management across laser diodes, infrared detectors, and CCD applications. This linear bipolar constant current unit delivers adjustable DC output up to 96 W with exceptional stability of ±0.1°C and calibration accuracy of 0.5°C.
Technical Specifications
Electrical Performance
• DC output current: 0 to ±6 Adc
• DC output voltage: 0 to ±16 Vdc at 6 A; 0 to ±21 Vdc at 1 A
• Maximum input current: 2.4 A
• Maximum output current: 1.2 A
• Output linearity: <10 mA rms electrical noise
• Input power: 115/230 VAC at 60/50 Hz
• Maximum power output: 96 W
Thermal Control
• Control range: -99.9°C to 150.0°C
• Temperature stability: ±0.1°C typical
• Calibration accuracy: 0.5°C
• Control method: Microprocessor-based PID with programmable ramp-to-setpoint option
• Display: Three four-digit LED displays (Celsius or Fahrenheit selectable)
• Mode indicator: Red/green bar graph for heating/cooling visualization
Temperature Sensors
• Four thermistor types supported
• Type T thermocouple compatible
Communications
• RS-232-C: 9 or 25-pin connector, 12-ft cable
• RS-422-A: 25-pin connector, 12-ft cable
Physical & Environmental
• Dimensions: 5.22" h × 8.38" w × 16.0" d
• Weight: 20 lbs
• Operating temperature: 0°C to 50°C
• Storage temperature: -10°C to 50°C
• Mounting: Bench-top with tilt-up stand or EIA 19" rack-mount with optional adapter
– Key Features
• Adjustable bipolar output for heating and cooling control
• Front-panel controls with intuitive navigation
• Optional remote computer control via RS-232-C or RS-422-A
• Three independent LED displays for simultaneous readout
• Programmable PID parameters for application-specific tuning
– Typical Applications
Laser diode thermal stabilization, infrared detector cooling, CCD sensor temperature management, and precision thermal research requiring ±0.1°C stability.
– Compatibility & Integration
Compatible with all thermoelectric cooling devices. Supports four thermistor types and Type T thermocouple sensors. Includes 7-ft AC power cord, 8-ft DC output cable, Type T thermocouple (12-in), 8-ft thermocouple cable, and operation manual.
