Elements capable of cooling without compression?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the exploration of cooling elements that can operate without compression, focusing on materials like coils and plastics. Participants consider various cooling methods and materials, including thermo-electric cooling and potential applications of specific materials such as PVC or superconducting plastics.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about cooling elements like coils or plastics.
  • Another participant requests clarification on the initial inquiry.
  • Thermo-electric cooling is suggested as a possible method.
  • A participant expresses interest in materials similar to PVC, specifically mentioning superconducting plastics or metals.
  • Heat pipes are introduced as a potential cooling solution.
  • There is a question regarding whether jacketed piping or air exchange is being referred to in the context of cooling methods.
  • A participant clarifies that neither jacketed piping nor air exchange is the intended focus.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

The discussion contains multiple competing views regarding the types of cooling elements and methods, with no consensus reached on a specific approach or material.

Contextual Notes

Participants have not fully defined the parameters of "cooling without compression," leading to varying interpretations of the question. There are also unresolved aspects regarding the specific properties and applications of the materials mentioned.

Mikewrx17
Wondering if anybody had information on cooling elements such as coils or plastics?
 
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Mikewrx17 said:
Wondering if anybody had information on cooling elements such as coils or plastics?
Could you be more specific?
 
Perhaps thermo-electric cooling? Google that phrase.
 
Yeah thermo-electric crossed my mind, I was thinking something a little more like PVC. Kind of like a super conducting plastic or metallic?
 
Mikewrx17 said:
Kind of like a super conducting plastic or metallic?
Heat pipe.
 
Jacketed piping or do you mean an air exchange?
 

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