| We are . . . designers of thermoelectric generators (TEG); a device that converts heat into electricity. We specialize in unique applications of this technology which offers practical alternative energy solutions for industrial, commercial and consumer applications. Having the ability to convert heat into usable electrical energy opens the door to many untapped energy sources and in a time when energy conservation, environmental issues and economic survival have become paramount concerns for all of us; expanding your energy options with the use of TEGs just makes good sense. We also offer an excellent business opportunity for those wishing to share in the profits of this strong emerging market. Be sure to read the "TEG Power Opportunities" section located at the bottom of our products page. |
| How it works . . . TEGs are made from thermoelectric modules which are solid-state integrated circuits that employ three established thermoelectric effects known as the Peltier, Seebeck and Thomson effects. It is the Seebeck effect that is responsible for electrical power generation. Their construction consists of pairs of p-type and n-type semiconductor materials forming a thermocouple. These thermocouples are then connected electrically forming an array of multiple thermocouples (thermopile). They are then sandwiched between two thin ceramic wafers.These thermocouples are then connected electrically in series and/or parallel forming an array of multiple thermocouples (thermopile). When heat and cold are applied this device then generates electricity. Almost any heat source can be used to generate electricity, such as solar heat, ocean heat, geothermal heat, even body heat! In addition the efficiency of any device or machine that generates heat as a by-product can be drastically improved by recovering the energy lost as heat. Can you really generate that much electricity from waste heat? You may be surprised just how much you can! Here is a small example of how much power you can generate. Below is a pot of hot water with 4-thermoelectric modules attached around the sides. The output from this simple thermoelectric generator (TEG) is about 8 watt and the light is a 12 volt 15 amp auto lamp.Thermoelectric generators have been in use for many years by NASA to power spacecraft and the oil and gas industry to power remote monitoring stations around the globe. Only in recent years has this technology become available to the general public and TEG Power is at the forefront of this thermoelectric energy revolution. We are the first manufacture to provide practical and affordable thermoelectric generators to the energy conscious consumer. Almost any heat source can be used to generate electricity, such as solar heat, ocean heat, geothermal heat, even body heat! |
