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Old 16-03-2016, 05:23 AM
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The gap (arrow) is the particular reason why TEC side can't have thicker than 1/8" insulation [...as it will start touching the heatsink otherwise]. Regards


Note: Coldplate as it appears before most of the neoprene is applied
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Old 18-03-2016, 03:47 PM
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Improved neoprene insulation specs are as follows; thicker insulation and better edge coverage will prevent edge frosting seen earlier. Regards
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Old 18-03-2016, 03:56 PM
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Improved RJ45 connectivity between PSU (power supply unit) and the cooling module was one of the remaining items and is going to insure clean power and signal integrity.


A lot of thought went into selecting following RJ45 cable...

  1. Length (3 meters for optimal distance between components)
  2. Shielding (for signal integrity, clean power/signal and interference prevention)
  3. Gold contacts (for improved connectivity)
  4. Color (for visibility in the dark)
  5. Flat (to prevent tangling)
  6. Etc.
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Old 18-03-2016, 05:30 PM
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Following desiccant is what I am considering as dew-prevention and anti-fog measure for high humidity and even for low humidity environments where cooling might encroach upon dew point. These are designed for cameras and I don't see improvising or fitting to a DSLR an issue. These inserts are also re-chargeable. Reflections should not be a concern if properly shielded/placed. Regards
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Old 20-03-2016, 06:09 PM
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As a result of some testing, new and improved insulation assembly in progress...


Perimeter layer one 1/8"...
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Old 20-03-2016, 06:11 PM
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Perimeter layer two 1/6"...


Note: Combined perimeter insulation is now 3/16"
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Old 26-03-2016, 01:40 AM
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Following is the continuation of new and improved insulation being applied...

Note: Spring was added have a firm thermistor contact with the coldplate
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Old 26-03-2016, 01:43 AM
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TEC placement with zinc oxide paste

Note: Thermistor wire isolation/insulation from the TEC; arrow points to buried thermistor
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Old 26-03-2016, 01:49 AM
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Ant-vibration measures... [Maglev fan is at the core of it]


Note: I'll elaborate on zero vibration guarantee in coming posts since there is lot more to it
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Old 26-03-2016, 01:52 AM
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Here is the final status of the (camera-side) of the coldplate with new and improved (thicker) insulation. Regards

Note: White bolts have been buried as well...
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Old 26-03-2016, 01:56 AM
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Pics of the fully assembled module with updated insulation...
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Old 26-03-2016, 01:57 AM
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Insulation around the port...


Note: Additional measures (blue arrow) taken to prevent bolt icing/frosting getting into the port
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Old 26-03-2016, 01:58 AM
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Old 26-03-2016, 01:59 AM
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Bolt is probably the only point on the TEC side the is prone to heavy frosting; will need to be insulated after installing...
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Old 26-03-2016, 02:01 AM
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States of the coldplate (off and on...)
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Old 26-03-2016, 02:01 AM
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A quick tabletop test of the updated insulation...
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Old 16-04-2016, 05:00 PM
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A look at the power supply (PSU) for the system...
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Old 16-04-2016, 05:03 PM
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PSU assembly.


Note: It is an Arduino Mega system for PWM
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Old 16-04-2016, 05:04 PM
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PSU assembly..
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Old 16-04-2016, 05:08 PM
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PSU assembly quick test with production cable lengths, insulation, etc. White cable is Cat7a shielded (SSTP) gold (3 meters).


Some camera tests soon. Other testing participants welcome!


Note: All readings are actual; camera didn't capture red displays properly which are quite clear and discrete in real!
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