In a passive cool or ventilated seat, the thermoelectric device is removed from Amerigon's CCS® module. For cooler environments or more economical vehicle lines, a ventilated seat may be a viable solution, bringing cabin-temperature air to the surface instead of the "cooled" air produced by the thermoelectric.
Ventilated Thermal Module
Amerigon's Thick Film Heat Core replaces the thermoelectric device in a Heat Vent Seat (HVS™). The heater core provides comfortable convective heat with a rapid response time. The heater is turned off in cooling mode, and the fan provides cabin temperature air to the seat surface.
Amerigon's HVS fits within the same envelope as the active CCS system, so multiple Amerigon applications can be installed within or across various vehicle platforms.
Highlights
- Closed loop control offers variable temperature control.
- Easy to install; no A-surface reliability issues as seen with traditional heaters
- Comfortable: convective heated air preferred to conductive heated seat
- Fits within Amerigon's package space for CCS, for a modular design
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CCS® Available in Aftermarket Nationwide
Amerigon is partnering with Classic Soft Trim (CST) to offer heated and cooled seat systems in the custom car, retrofit, and automotive aftermarket industry nationwide.
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The Greening of Automotive HVAC
Amerigon BSST subsidiary has been selected as a partner in the U.S. DOE project to develop thermoelectric technology for automotive heating and cooling. The goal is to reduce energy consumption, engine load, and greenhouse gas emissions.