Instruction Manual

AR-TEM es-02◆F-TEM（Flexible-thermoelectric module）
Part Number：AR-TEM es-02
Instruction ManualIntroduction
This document describes how to handle AR-TEM es-02.
Read this document carefully before use.

Overview
F-TEM(Flexible-thermoelectric module) is a flexible thermoelectric device consists of the Peltier device
and rubber. It can be basically used in the same way as a conventional ceramic Peltier device. This
thermoelectric conversion device operates as a heat pump by applying direct current, and can control
temperature by electronic control.

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AR-TEM es-02－Precautions on use－・Read and follow this instruction manual before using this product. Asahi Rubber Inc. will not be held
responsible for any damage resulting from unsafe use of this product.
・This instrument has been developed to verify the operation of F-TEM. Do not use the product for any
purpose other than operating F-TEM.
・Do not use the product in applications such as nuclear power control equipment, equipment related tooperation in space or aircraft, medical equipment, security equipment, safety equipment, equipment forseabed, etc. that require high level of safety and reliability.
・When this product is used in a test, the customer should perform sufficient operation verification andincorporate the safety design of each protection circuit (temperature protection, fail-safe, malfunction
prevention, fire spread measures, redundancy design, etc.).
・This product should be used in a normal temperature and humidity environment.
・Request support when using this product for automotive applications.
・When exporting products that are regulated by domestic either or overseas export-related laws andregulations, it is users responsibility to comply with the said laws and regulations, obtaining necessary
licenses and following right procedures.
・Do not use this product for any military or anti-social purposes such as terrorism.
Also, do not supply this product to corporations, organizations, individuals, etc. that the product may
eventually be used for such purposes.
・This product and documentation are subject to change without notice.

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AR-TEM es-02－Safety precautions－
Follow these safety precautions which are categorized as warnings and cautions in this document.
WARNING: Improper use may result in a hazardous situation, which may result in death or serious
injury. Read this instruction manual carefully and fully understand the contents before using theWarning

product
・Do not disassemble, modify or repair this product. Failure to do so may cause an electric shock, fire ormalfunction.
・Do not control with wet hand. Also, do not touch the substrate and parts with the electric on. May cause
an electric shock, fire or malfunction.
・Place and store this product in a place that is out of reach of small children. Failure to do so may result ininjury or equipment damage.

CAUTION: Improper use may result in a hazardous situation, which could result in minor ormoderate injury and/or equipment damage or property damage.
Note

Even the precautions described in CAUTION may lead to serious accidents in some cases.
Read this instruction manual thoroughly and fully understand the contents before using theproduct.
・Wear protective gloves and handle this product with great care.
・Do not use or store this product in a place exposed to direct sunlight or in an environment subject to hightemperature and humidity.
・Failure to do so may result due to the operating or storage environment.
・Before touching the product, disconnect the power supply to discharge static electricity from your body.
・Keep this product away from dust, oil, smoke, chemicals, and water.
Also no condensation.
・Do not give this product physical stress such as strong vibrations, shocks, dropping, hitting, stepping on
or folding.
・Do not use this product where corrosive gas or volatile gas is generated.
・Do not use this product in a place where strong electromagnetic waves are generated, near chargedobjects, or near an induction heating device (IH cooker, etc.).
・Do not use the product near combustible materials or in an environment designated as Class 1 or Class 2
Hazardous Location.
・Do not use the product in areas related to safety, such as in airplanes or hospitals.
・Do not overvoltage the product, otherwise malfunction may result.
Do not confuse the polarity of the power supply, otherwise malfunction may result.

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1. Handling Precautions(1) Maximum Operating Temperature: 100°C (212°F) max. at the product surface.
Do not use the product over this temperature.
(2) Storage temperature range: Temperature 0 to 30°C (32 to 86°F) Humidity 85%RH or less isrecommended.
(3) The temperature rises rapidly. Be careful against burns. This product can be used over a curved surfaceof φ50mm or more.
(4) This product has a structure resistant to compressive stress but not resistant to the tensile stress.
Appropriate structural design is required. (Vertical permissible load: 1.5Mpa).
(5) Do not pull the lead wires with a strong force.
(6) Do not use this product in applications which it contact human body directly.
(7) Set the input power carefully, otherwise there is a risk of burns.
(8) Be sure to use an appropriate heat dissipation device to release extra heat.

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2. HOW TO USE
Relation between the direction of the current and Hot Side/Cold Side
Cold Side

Lead wire (red)＋Lead wire (black) －Hot Side
Fig. 1.
① By applying a voltage of 3V to this product, an electric current which is approximately 1A flows,
creating temperature difference. Hot Side or Cold side is determined by the direction of the current(see Fig. 1).
② Inverting the polarity swaps Hot Side and Cold side.
③ Attach a heatsink on Hot Side so that its temperature does not exceed over 100°C.
④ In powering the devices, start with a low current and then ramp it up gradually.
By referring to the product data sheet, operate the devices below maximum current (Imax).

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How to attach※Gap：NG※ Attach the product so that there is no gap between the product and the curved surface.
When attaching it, the cable, make sure that it runs along the curved surface.

Areas subject to stress※After attaching, do not apply stress to the lead wire.

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3. Appearance and dimensions of the product
Refer to the separate data sheet.

4. Detailed properties
Refer to the separate data sheet.

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Warranty and disclaimer
1.

Information in this document represents a typical property and does not expressly or
implicitly authorize the use of Asahi Rubber Inc. or any other company's intellectual
property right.
In addition, the Company shall not be responsible for any infringement of patents or otherrights of any third party arising from the use of such information.

2.

Figures in this document explain standard operations and use of the product, and do notguarantee performance of the product.

3.

Warranty Period
Free one year warranty from the purchase of this product or from the delivery of thisproduct to the designated place.

4.

Conditions of free warranty
If a failure occurs due to Asahi Rubber Inc.'s responsibility within the warranty period,
it will be replaced or repaired free of charge with a replacement. However, even within
the warranty period, the following failures are not covered by the warranty.
(1) Failure caused by improper condition, environment, handling or use not describedin the instruction manual.
(2) Failure caused by other than this product, such as the design contents of thecustomer's equipment or software.
(3) Failure caused by unauthorized modification or repair by the customer.
(4) Failure caused by technically unforeseeable reason at the time of our shipment.
(5) Failure caused by disasters such as fire, earthquake, flood and voltage anomalies
that are not our responsibility.

5.

The customer's secondary damage (damage to the equipment, loss of opportunity, lostprofits, etc.) and any damage caused by the failure of the product shall not be covered by
the warranty, and Asahi Rubber Inc. shall not be liable for any other costs related todamage and recovery other than the product.

6.

Return Policy
No return is accepted for any reason after opening the package.

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