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5PCS TEC1-12706 Peltier Module,Aideepen 12V 6A 60W Heatsink Thermoelectric Cooler Cooling Peltier Plate Module Peltier Cooler 40x40MM Compatible with Peltier Fan/Cold Plate
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Aideepen 5PCS TEC1-12706 Peltier Module

Bottom line: The Aideepen 5PCS TEC1-12706 Peltier Module: Standard 40x40x3.6mm footprint fits common Peltier heatsink kits; main trade-off: draws 4.3-4.6A at 12V - needs a 6A+ PSU, not a spare wall wart.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Standard 40x40x3.6mm footprint fits common Peltier heatsink kits
  • ✓ 50-60W Qcmax rated cooling from a plain 12V DC supply
  • ✓ Spares on hand: swap a failed plate without reordering

Cons

  • ✗ Draws 4.3-4.6A at 12V - needs a 6A+ PSU, not a spare wall wart
  • ✗ Hot side must have its own heatsink and fan or the module cooks itself
  • ✗ Vmax 15V leaves little headroom before overvoltage damage
  • ✗ No thermal paste, wiring, or controller included in the 5-pack

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SpecPicks scored Aideepen 5PCS TEC1-12706 Peltier Module using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro cpu coolers & fans category. Aideepen's retro cpu coolers & fans lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for retro cpu coolers & fans of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • Peltier Module Model: 5 PCS TEC1-12706
  • Size: 40mm x 40mm x 3.6mm
  • Working Current: 4.3-4.6 A (rated 12 v), Imax: 4.5A
  • Rated voltage: DC12V (Vmax: 15 v starting current 5.8 A)
  • Refrigeration Power: Qcmax 50-60W
  • 【Widely used】TEC1 12706 Heatsink used in various small refrigeration equipment, such as water dispensers, car refrigerators, beauty devices, CPU radiators, medical equipment, communication equipment, and other places

Full Specifications

Size40mm x 40mm x 3.6mm
BrandAideepen
ModelTEC1-12706
Part Number70102145
Mounting TypePCB Mount
Rated voltageDC12V (Vmax: 15 v starting current 5.8 A)
Number of Items5
Working Current4.3-4.6 A (rated 12 v), Imax: 4.5A
Included Components5pcs Heatsink Thermoelectric Cooler
Refrigeration PowerQcmax 50-60W
Peltier Module Model5 PCS TEC1-12706
Cooler Heatsink MaterialAluminum
Item Dimensions L x W x H1.57"L x 1.57"W x 0.14"H
Cooler Heatsink CompatibilityNeed to connet with heatsink or cooling fan during use
Full listing title5PCS TEC1-12706 Peltier Module,Aideepen 12V 6A 60W Heatsink Thermoelectric Cooler Cooling Peltier Plate Module Peltier Cooler 40x40MM Compatible with Peltier Fan/Cold Plate

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