{"product_id":"qhyccd-liquid-cooling-kit","title":"QHYCCD Liquid Cooling Kit for Astronomy Cameras","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDedicated Liquid Cooling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered for compatible LQ-series astronomy cameras.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical Footprint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measures 29cm x 13cm x 17cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstantial Build:\u003c\/strong\u003e Weighs approximately 2300g before adding coolant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Power Draw:\u003c\/strong\u003e Operates on a 12V DC source, consuming 16W at 1.3A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eLiquid Cooling Kit for Astronomy Cameras\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eFor LQ-series cameras requiring maximum thermal stability, this Liquid Cooling Kit uses 16W of power to actively circulate coolant and remove heat from the camera's sensor chamber. Operating on a standard 12V DC supply at 1.3A, the 2300g unit has a compact 29cm x 13cm x 17cm footprint designed for field deployment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003e16W of Cooling Power for LQ-Series Cameras\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis external liquid cooling system is designed to supplement the thermoelectric cooler (TEC) in compatible LQ-series cameras. By actively removing heat from the hot side of the TEC, it allows the sensor to reach and maintain significantly lower temperatures than with air cooling alone, especially on warm nights. This results in cleaner, lower-noise images and more reliable calibration frames.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eA 2300g, 12V Field-Deployed Unit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe unit's physical specifications are designed for practical use alongside a portable imaging rig. It requires a standard 12V DC power source capable of supplying at least 1.3A, a common output for most astronomy power supplies and field batteries. At 2300g without liquid and measuring 29cm x 13cm x 17cm, the trade-off for enhanced cooling is a substantial piece of hardware that must be placed securely near the mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the main benefit of using this Liquid Cooling Kit with an LQ-model camera?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe primary benefit is \u003cstrong\u003eimproved thermal stability and lower sensor temperatures\u003c\/strong\u003e. This reduces thermal noise in your long-exposure images, leading to cleaner data, especially during summer months or in warm climates where air cooling is less effective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhy is liquid cooling better than air cooling for an astronomy camera on a warm night?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eLiquid has a much higher heat capacity than air. This kit actively pumps coolant to a radiator, where heat is dissipated more efficiently than a simple fan and heatsink on the camera body can manage. This allows your camera's internal cooler to work more effectively, achieving a greater temperature delta from the ambient air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan my portable astronomy battery run this Liquid Cooling Kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes, provided your battery has a 12V DC output. The kit draws a rated current of \u003cstrong\u003e1.3A (16W)\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is a modest load for most field batteries. You should factor this continuous draw into your total power budget for the night, alongside your mount, camera, and any other accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat are the dimensions and weight of the Liquid Cooling Kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe unit measures \u003cstrong\u003e29cm x 13cm x 17cm\u003c\/strong\u003e and has a dry weight of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2300g\u003c\/strong\u003e. Remember to account for the additional weight of the coolant when planning your setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes the 2300g weight of the Liquid Cooling Kit include the cooling liquid?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. The specified weight of \u003cstrong\u003eabout 2300g is without liquid\u003c\/strong\u003e. The final operating weight will be higher once the system is filled with coolant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat kind of power supply does the Liquid Cooling Kit need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe kit requires a \u003cstrong\u003e12V DC\u003c\/strong\u003e power source. The rated power consumption is \u003cstrong\u003e16W\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a rated current of \u003cstrong\u003e1.3A\u003c\/strong\u003e. Any standard astronomy power tank or AC-to-DC adapter that meets these specifications will work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29cm x 13cm x 17cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 2300g (without liquid)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRated Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRated Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRated Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.3A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"QHYCCD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52942984053021,"sku":"QHY-090040","price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/QHYCCD-Liquid-Cooling-kit-1_d3e96667-0910-4c74-aedf-2f143762468c.jpg?v=1789614831","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/en-us\/products\/qhyccd-liquid-cooling-kit","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}