The Temperature Control is an add-on for the Port-a-Patch. Together with the dedicated perfusion chamber for the Port-a-Patch it is a simple system for automated perfusion experiments with temperature controlled solutions.

The temperature controller has two output channels and is used to regulate a connected heating element. The system utilizes a perfusion cannula with heater and sensor. The set-point temperature is reached within 30 s to 5 minutes, depending on the system to be regulated and on the settings. A maximum temperature of 50 °C can be obtained. The accuracy is +/- 0.1 °C. The temperature controller heats actively, but the cooling is passive. Therefore, the minimum temperature is defined by the room temperature. A room temperature beyond 10 °C is not recommended. The outputs are isolated against ground, that is, the temperature controller does not interfere with your experimental setup.