JP3729018B2 - Thermoelectric module manufacturing method and thermoelectric module manufacturing jig - Google Patents

Description

[0001]
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to a method of manufacturing a thermoelectric module from an element laminate formed by arranging thermoelectric element members having a plurality of elongated rod shapes in a matrix, and an element fixing jig used in the method.
[0002]
[Prior art]
As a conventional method for manufacturing a thermoelectric module, for example, there is "Thermoelectric module and method for manufacturing the same" disclosed in JP-A-9-293909. As shown in FIG. 16A, this method uses a pair of holding jigs 10P for bundling and holding a plurality of prismatic thermoelectric element members 1 created by cutting a thermoelectric material or the like. Each of the holding jigs 10P has a plurality of rectangular holes 13P into which the thermoelectric element member 1 can be inserted, whereby both ends of each thermoelectric element member are held by the jig. The holding jig 10P shown in FIG. 16A can integrally hold 16 (4 × 4) thermoelectric element members. After the assembly of thermoelectric element members held by the jig is placed in a predetermined case 80P, a fixing resin such as an insulating thermosetting resin is filled in the case, and FIG. The integrally molded product 7 as shown in FIG.
[0003]
A thin plate-like thermoelectric element chip is obtained by cutting the integrally molded product 7 from a direction perpendicular to the axial direction of the thermoelectric element member. This thermoelectric element chip has a structure in which P-type and N-type thermoelectric elements are alternately arranged in a matrix, and adjacent thermoelectric elements are joined by an insulating fixing resin. Next, on each of the upper surface and the lower surface of the thermoelectric element chip, electrodes are formed in a predetermined arrangement on the thermoelectric element (thermoelectric element member is cut), and lead wires for supplying a direct current are connected. Thus, a thermoelectric module is obtained.
[0004]
In this method, since the plurality of thermoelectric element members 1 are separated from each other at a predetermined interval t by using the holding jig 10P as described above, the thermoelectric element members that are brittle materials contact each other during the cutting operation. In addition, the occurrence of damage such as chipping or cracking can be prevented, and the thermoelectric element members are arranged so as to extend in parallel with each other along the axial direction thereof. A thermoelectric element chip having a structure can be efficiently manufactured.
[0005]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
However, the holding jig 10P described above has a problem that the cost for manufacturing the jig is high and the expensive jig cannot be reused because it is bonded with the fixing resin. In addition, as shown in FIG. 16A, when it is required that the element size is 0.5 mm × 0.5 mm and the distance t between elements is 0.2 mm or less, a jig that satisfies these conditions is used. It is very difficult to manufacture by machining. Further, when the thermoelectric element member 1 is inserted into the rectangular hole 13P of the jig, if the thermoelectric element member is already in contact with or collided with the thermoelectric element member, the thermoelectric element member is chipped or cracked. There was a risk of reducing the yield of thermoelectric element materials.
[0006]
The present invention has been made in view of the above-mentioned problems, and it is relatively easy to manufacture a jig. In the process of arranging thermoelectric element members in a matrix, damage such as chipping or cracking of the thermoelectric element members occurs. A thermoelectric module manufacturing method and a thermoelectric module manufacturing jig used in the manufacturing method are provided.
[0007]
[Means for Solving the Problems]
  The invention of claim 1 is a method of manufacturing a thermoelectric module in which a p-type thermoelectric element and an n-type thermoelectric element are arranged and the thermoelectric elements are connected to each other by electrodes on both front and back surfaces of these thermoelectric elements,
A plurality of rod-shaped thermoelectric element members are arranged two-dimensionally so as to extend in parallel with each other and each thermoelectric element member is separated from the adjacent thermoelectric element members by a first interval to form an element array. And a process of
The element array is three-dimensionally stacked to form an element stack so that the element arrays extend in parallel with each other and each element array is separated from the adjacent element array by a second interval. And a process of
Cutting the element laminate so as to cross the longitudinal direction of the thermoelectric element member;
Forming an electrode on the cut surface of the thermoelectric element member.Forming the element array using a jig comprising means for providing a first interval between adjacent thermoelectric element members and means for providing a second interval between adjacent element arrays, The element stack is formed by stacking a plurality of element arrays held by the jig.It is characterized by this. According to this method, it is possible to use a jig that can be manufactured relatively easily and inexpensively by machining, and there is no need to use a jig that has a complicated structure and is difficult to manufacture as in the prior art. In addition, since it is possible to effectively prevent the thermoelectric element member to be arranged from coming into contact with or colliding with the already arranged thermoelectric element member during the element array production process and the element laminate production process, The occurrence of damage such as chipping or cracking of the thermoelectric element member can be reduced, and the yield of the thermoelectric element material can be improved.In addition, the total number of jigs necessary for manufacturing the thermoelectric module can be reduced, and the element stacking operation can be simplified.
[0008]
According to a second aspect of the present invention, in the first aspect, prior to the step of cutting the element laminate, the element laminate is integrally formed of an insulating material. In this case, the occurrence of damage to the thermoelectric element member during the cutting process can be reduced, and by cutting the integrally formed element laminate, P-type and N-type thermoelectric elements are alternately arranged in a matrix, A thermoelectric element chip having a structure in which adjacent thermoelectric elements are joined by an insulating material can be efficiently manufactured.
[0009]
The invention of claim 3A method of manufacturing a thermoelectric module in which a p-type thermoelectric element and an n-type thermoelectric element are disposed and the thermoelectric elements are connected by electrodes on both the front and back surfaces of these thermoelectric elements,
A plurality of rod-shaped thermoelectric element members are arranged two-dimensionally so as to extend in parallel with each other and each thermoelectric element member is separated from the adjacent thermoelectric element members by a first interval to form an element array. And a process of
The element array is three-dimensionally stacked to form an element stack so that the element arrays extend in parallel with each other and each element array is separated from the adjacent element array by a second interval. And a process of
Cutting the element laminate so as to cross the longitudinal direction of the thermoelectric element member;
Forming an electrode on the cut surface of the thermoelectric element member,Prior to the step of forming the element laminate, the element array is integrally formed of an insulating material.According to this method, it is possible to use a jig that can be manufactured relatively easily and inexpensively by machining, and there is no need to use a jig that has a complicated structure and is difficult to manufacture as in the prior art. In addition, since it is possible to effectively prevent the thermoelectric element member to be arranged from coming into contact with or colliding with the already arranged thermoelectric element member during the element array production process and the element laminate production process, The occurrence of damage such as chipping or cracking of the thermoelectric element member can be reduced, and the yield of the thermoelectric element material can be improved. Also,The element array can be easily handled, and the element stack can be efficiently manufactured.
[0010]
  The invention of claim 4 is claimed in claim3In the manufacturing method of the thermoelectric module of the above, an element array is created using a jig for providing a first interval between adjacent thermoelectric element members, and a second interval is provided between adjacent element arrays The element stack is produced by repeating the arrangement of the element array and the second jig using the second jig. In this case, the element laminate can be easily manufactured by repeating the arrangement of the element array formed by holding the thermoelectric element members by the jig and the arrangement of the second jig.
[0012]
  Claim5The invention of claim1 or 4In the method for manufacturing a thermoelectric module, the jig described above is disposed at both ends of the thermoelectric element member in order to form an element array. In this case, even when the length of the thermoelectric element member is long, the element array can be accurately positioned, and the holding area of the thermoelectric element member held by the jig can be set short. Can improve the yield.
[0013]
  Claim6The invention of claim1 or 4In the manufacturing method of the thermoelectric module, the jig described above is arranged in the center of the thermoelectric element member in order to form the element array. In this case, since the thermoelectric element member can be positioned in the element array by using a single jig, the manufacturing cost of the jig can be reduced.
[0014]
  Claim7The invention of claim1 and 4-6In each of the methods for manufacturing a thermoelectric module, each of the thermoelectric element members is held by chucking means, and the thermoelectric element members held by the chucking means are released from above the jig, and the thermoelectric element is placed on the jig. A member is arranged. In this case, since the chucking means does not interfere with the already arranged thermoelectric element members, the occurrence of damage such as chipping or cracking of the thermoelectric element members can be prevented, leading to improvement of the yield of the thermoelectric element material.
[0015]
  Claim8The invention ofA method of manufacturing a thermoelectric module in which a p-type thermoelectric element and an n-type thermoelectric element are disposed and the thermoelectric elements are connected by electrodes on both the front and back surfaces of these thermoelectric elements,
A plurality of rod-shaped thermoelectric element members are arranged two-dimensionally so as to extend in parallel with each other and each thermoelectric element member is separated from the adjacent thermoelectric element members by a first interval to form an element array. And a process of
The element array is three-dimensionally stacked to form an element stack so that the element arrays extend in parallel with each other and each element array is separated from the adjacent element array by a second interval. And a process of
Cutting the element laminate so as to cross the longitudinal direction of the thermoelectric element member;
Forming an electrode on the cut surface of the thermoelectric element member,A plurality of first wire rods having a diameter substantially equal to the first interval are extended in parallel to each other, a thermoelectric element member is disposed between the first wire rods to form an element array, and the formed element array A second wire having a diameter substantially equal to the second interval is arranged on the upper side so as to be orthogonal to the first wire, and an element laminate is formed by alternately repeating the formation of the element array and the arrangement of the second wire. It is characterized by doing.According to this method, it is possible to use a jig that can be manufactured relatively easily and inexpensively by machining, and there is no need to use a jig that has a complicated structure and is difficult to manufacture as in the prior art. In addition, since it is possible to effectively prevent the thermoelectric element member to be arranged from coming into contact with or colliding with the already arranged thermoelectric element member during the element array production process and the element laminate production process, The occurrence of damage such as chipping or cracking of the thermoelectric element member can be reduced, and the yield of the thermoelectric element material can be improved. Also,The distance between the elements of the thermoelectric element member can be freely set only by selecting the diameters of the first wire and the second wire.furtherSince the holding region of the thermoelectric element member held by the first wire and the second wire can be set short, the yield of the thermoelectric element material is also improved.
[0016]
  Claim9 inventionsIsA jig used in a method of manufacturing a thermoelectric module in which a p-type thermoelectric element and an n-type thermoelectric element are arranged and the thermoelectric elements are connected to each other by electrodes on both front and back surfaces of the thermoelectric element. Is
A plurality of rod-shaped thermoelectric element members are arranged two-dimensionally so as to extend in parallel with each other and each thermoelectric element member is separated from the adjacent thermoelectric element members by a first interval to form an element array. And a process of
The element array is three-dimensionally stacked to form an element stack so that the element arrays extend in parallel with each other and each element array is separated from the adjacent element array by a second interval. And a process of
Cutting the element laminate so as to cross the longitudinal direction of the thermoelectric element member;
Forming an electrode on the cut surface of the thermoelectric element member.The jig has a base having a thickness for providing the second interval and a plurality of partition walls extending in parallel with each other on the base, and each of the partition walls has a thickness for providing the first interval. And a groove for holding the thermoelectric element member between adjacent partitions is defined.The jig is provided with a groove for holding the thermoelectric element member only at one end of the upper surface of the plate.It is characterized by this.According to this method, it is possible to use a jig that can be manufactured relatively easily and inexpensively by machining, and there is no need to use a jig that has a complicated structure and is difficult to manufacture as in the prior art. In addition, since it is possible to effectively prevent the thermoelectric element member to be arranged from coming into contact with or colliding with the already arranged thermoelectric element member during the element array production process and the element laminate production process, The occurrence of damage such as chipping or cracking of the thermoelectric element member can be reduced, and the yield of the thermoelectric element material can be improved. Also,The element size and element arrangement pitch can be changed for each element array stacked to form an element stack, which is also effective when two types of thermoelectric element members having different cross-sectional shapes are arranged in a staggered manner. is there.Furthermore, since the thermoelectric element member can be positioned in the longitudinal direction, it is possible to prevent the thermoelectric element member from falling off the jig.
[0018]
  Claim10 inventionsIsA jig used in a method of manufacturing a thermoelectric module in which a p-type thermoelectric element and an n-type thermoelectric element are arranged and the thermoelectric elements are connected to each other by electrodes on both front and back surfaces of the thermoelectric element. Is
A plurality of rod-shaped thermoelectric element members are arranged two-dimensionally so as to extend in parallel with each other and each thermoelectric element member is separated from the adjacent thermoelectric element members by a first interval to form an element array. And a process of
The element array is three-dimensionally stacked to form an element stack so that the element arrays extend in parallel with each other and each element array is separated from the adjacent element array by a second interval. And a process of
Cutting the element laminate so as to cross the longitudinal direction of the thermoelectric element member;
Forming an electrode on the cut surface of the thermoelectric element member.The jig includes a base and a plurality of partition walls protruding parallel to each other from the base, each partition wall having a thickness for providing a first interval, and holding a thermoelectric element member between adjacent partition walls. And a plate-like jig having a thickness for providing a second interval between the element arrays.According to this method, it is possible to use a jig that can be manufactured relatively easily and inexpensively by machining, and there is no need to use a jig that has a complicated structure and is difficult to manufacture as in the prior art. In addition, since it is possible to effectively prevent the thermoelectric element member to be arranged from coming into contact with or colliding with the already arranged thermoelectric element member during the element array production process and the element laminate production process, The occurrence of damage such as chipping or cracking of the thermoelectric element member can be reduced, and the yield of the thermoelectric element material can be improved. Also,The groove of the comb-shaped jig can be easily provided by machining, and the plate-shaped jig can be easily manufactured, so that the cost for manufacturing the jig can be reduced.
[0019]
  Claim11 inventionsIsA jig used in a method of manufacturing a thermoelectric module in which a p-type thermoelectric element and an n-type thermoelectric element are arranged and the thermoelectric elements are connected to each other by electrodes on both front and back surfaces of the thermoelectric element. Is
A plurality of rod-shaped thermoelectric element members are arranged two-dimensionally so as to extend in parallel with each other and each thermoelectric element member is separated from the adjacent thermoelectric element members by a first interval to form an element array. And a process of
The element array is three-dimensionally stacked to form an element stack so that the element arrays extend in parallel with each other and each element array is separated from the adjacent element array by a second interval. And a process of
Cutting the element laminate so as to cross the longitudinal direction of the thermoelectric element member;
Forming an electrode on the cut surface of the thermoelectric element member.The jig includes a base and a plurality of partition walls protruding parallel to each other from the base, each partition wall having a thickness for providing a first interval, and holding a thermoelectric element member between adjacent partition walls. A groove is defined, and the groove includes a comb-shaped jig having a length capable of holding a plurality of thermoelectric element members and a plate-shaped jig for providing a second interval between the element arrays. It is characterized by.According to this method, it is possible to use a jig that can be manufactured relatively easily and inexpensively by machining, and there is no need to use a jig that has a complicated structure and is difficult to manufacture as in the prior art. In addition, since it is possible to effectively prevent the thermoelectric element member to be arranged from coming into contact with or colliding with the already arranged thermoelectric element member during the element array production process and the element laminate production process, The occurrence of damage such as chipping or cracking of the thermoelectric element member can be reduced, and the yield of the thermoelectric element material can be improved. Also,The groove of the comb-shaped jig can be easily provided by machining, and the plate-shaped jig can be easily manufactured, so that the cost for manufacturing the jig can be reduced. Furthermore, since the partition for providing the first interval is shared in the stacking direction of the element array, the positioning accuracy of the thermoelectric element member can be improved when forming the element stack.
[0020]
  Claim12 inventionsIsA jig used in a method of manufacturing a thermoelectric module in which a p-type thermoelectric element and an n-type thermoelectric element are arranged and the thermoelectric elements are connected to each other by electrodes on both front and back surfaces of the thermoelectric element. Is
A plurality of rod-shaped thermoelectric element members are arranged two-dimensionally so as to extend in parallel with each other and each thermoelectric element member is separated from the adjacent thermoelectric element members by a first interval to form an element array. And a process of
The element array is three-dimensionally stacked to form an element stack so that the element arrays extend in parallel with each other and each element array is separated from the adjacent element array by a second interval. And a process of
Cutting the element laminate so as to cross the longitudinal direction of the thermoelectric element member;
Forming an electrode on the cut surface of the thermoelectric element member.The jig includes a base and a plurality of partition walls protruding parallel to each other from the base, each partition wall having a thickness for providing a first interval, and holding a thermoelectric element member between adjacent partition walls. A groove is defined, and the groove has a comb-shaped jig having a depth capable of holding a plurality of thermoelectric element members and a thickness for providing a second interval between adjacent thermoelectric element members in the groove. It consists of a plate-shaped jig which has.According to this method, it is possible to use a jig that can be manufactured relatively easily and inexpensively by machining, and there is no need to use a jig that has a complicated structure and is difficult to manufacture as in the prior art. In addition, since it is possible to effectively prevent the thermoelectric element member to be arranged from coming into contact with or colliding with the already arranged thermoelectric element member during the element array production process and the element laminate production process, The occurrence of damage such as chipping or cracking of the thermoelectric element member can be reduced, and the yield of the thermoelectric element material can be improved. Also,The groove of the comb-shaped jig can be easily provided by machining, and the production of the plate-shaped jig is easy, so that the cost for jig production can be reduced. Furthermore, even when two types of thermoelectric element members having different height dimensions are arranged in a staggered manner, it is possible to cope without changing the specification of the jig.
[0021]
  Claim13 inventionsClaims8The jig used in the method for manufacturing a thermoelectric module according to claim 1, wherein the jig includes means for applying tension to the first wire and the second wire. In this case, the tension of the first wire and the second wire can be stably maintained during the element array forming process and the element array forming process.
[0022]
  Claim14 inventionsIsA jig used in a method of manufacturing a thermoelectric module in which a p-type thermoelectric element and an n-type thermoelectric element are arranged and the thermoelectric elements are connected to each other by electrodes on both front and back surfaces of the thermoelectric element. Is
A plurality of rod-shaped thermoelectric element members are arranged two-dimensionally so as to extend in parallel with each other and each thermoelectric element member is separated from the adjacent thermoelectric element members by a first interval to form an element array. And a process of
The element array is three-dimensionally stacked to form an element stack so that the element arrays extend in parallel with each other and each element array is separated from the adjacent element array by a second interval. And a process of
Cutting the element laminate so as to cross the longitudinal direction of the thermoelectric element member;
Forming an electrode on the cut surface of the thermoelectric element member.The jig includes a plurality of first plate members having a thickness for providing the first interval, and a second plate member having a thickness substantially equal to the length of one side of the thermoelectric element member, The plate members and the second plate members are alternately arranged and formed.According to this method, it is possible to use a jig that can be manufactured relatively easily and inexpensively by machining, and there is no need to use a jig that has a complicated structure and is difficult to manufacture as in the prior art. In addition, since it is possible to effectively prevent the thermoelectric element member to be arranged from coming into contact with or colliding with the already arranged thermoelectric element member during the element array production process and the element laminate production process, The occurrence of damage such as chipping or cracking of the thermoelectric element member can be reduced, and the yield of the thermoelectric element material can be improved. Also,Even when a short distance between adjacent elements of the thermoelectric element is required, it can be dealt with only by thinning the first plate member, so that the jig can be easily manufactured.
[0023]
  Claim15 inventionsClaims9 or 10In the thermoelectric module manufacturing jig described in (1), the jig includes a guide hole for inserting a guide rod for alignment in the stacking direction of the element array. This is preferable in that the positioning accuracy in the stacking direction of the element array can be improved.
[0024]
  Claim16 inventionsIsA method of manufacturing a thermoelectric module in which a p-type thermoelectric element and an n-type thermoelectric element are disposed and the thermoelectric elements are connected by electrodes on both the front and back surfaces of these thermoelectric elements,
A plurality of rod-shaped thermoelectric element members are arranged two-dimensionally so as to extend in parallel with each other and each thermoelectric element member is separated from the adjacent thermoelectric element members by a first interval to form an element array. And a process of
The element array is three-dimensionally stacked to form an element stack so that the element arrays extend in parallel with each other and each element array is separated from the adjacent element array by a second interval. And a process of
Cutting the element laminate so as to cross the longitudinal direction of the thermoelectric element member;
Forming an electrode on the cut surface of the thermoelectric element member.The element array is integrally formed using a mold, and then the element stack formed by stacking a plurality of element arrays is integrally formed using the mold.According to this method, it is possible to use a jig that can be manufactured relatively easily and inexpensively by machining, and there is no need to use a jig that has a complicated structure and is difficult to manufacture as in the prior art. In addition, since it is possible to effectively prevent the thermoelectric element member to be arranged from coming into contact with or colliding with the already arranged thermoelectric element member during the element array production process and the element laminate production process, The occurrence of damage such as chipping or cracking of the thermoelectric element member can be reduced, and the yield of the thermoelectric element material can be improved. Also,The element array can be handled easily, the element stack can be efficiently manufactured, and the manufacturing cost of the thermoelectric module can be reduced by reducing the total number of molds required for manufacturing the thermoelectric module. .
[0025]
  Claim17 inventionsIsA method of manufacturing a thermoelectric module in which a p-type thermoelectric element and an n-type thermoelectric element are disposed and the thermoelectric elements are connected by electrodes on both the front and back surfaces of these thermoelectric elements,
A plurality of rod-shaped thermoelectric element members are arranged two-dimensionally so as to extend in parallel with each other and each thermoelectric element member is separated from the adjacent thermoelectric element members by a first interval to form an element array. And a process of
The element array is three-dimensionally stacked to form an element stack so that the element arrays extend in parallel with each other and each element array is separated from the adjacent element array by a second interval. And a process of
Cutting the element laminate so as to cross the longitudinal direction of the thermoelectric element member;
Forming an electrode on the cut surface of the thermoelectric element member.In the step of forming the element stack by stacking a plurality of element arrays after integrally forming the element array using a mold, the mold is used as a positioning mold in the stacking direction of the element arrays. It is a feature.According to this method, it is possible to use a jig that can be manufactured relatively easily and inexpensively by machining, and there is no need to use a jig that has a complicated structure and is difficult to manufacture as in the prior art. In addition, since it is possible to effectively prevent the thermoelectric element member to be arranged from coming into contact with or colliding with the already arranged thermoelectric element member during the element array production process and the element laminate production process, The occurrence of damage such as chipping or cracking of the thermoelectric element member can be reduced, and the yield of the thermoelectric element material can be improved. AlsoThe element array can be easily handled, and the element stack can be efficiently manufactured. Furthermore, the positioning accuracy in the stacking direction of the element array can be improved, and the total number of molds required for manufacturing the thermoelectric module can be reduced to reduce the manufacturing cost of the thermoelectric module.
[0026]
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
A method for manufacturing a thermoelectric module and a jig for manufacturing a thermoelectric module according to the present invention will be specifically described based on the following Examples 1 to 4. These examples are all suitable examples of the present invention, and do not mean that the present invention is limited to these examples.
Example 1
In the manufacturing method of the thermoelectric module of Example 1, in order to create an element array in which a plurality of prismatic thermoelectric element members 1 are arranged two-dimensionally (on the XY plane), FIG. The jigs 10 and 20 as shown in FIG. The jig 10 includes a base 11 extending in the X direction and a plurality of partition walls 12 protruding from the base in the Y direction at a predetermined interval. This jig 10 is arranged on a plate-like jig 20 having a predetermined thickness. These jigs are preferably made of an epoxy resin or the like used for a semiconductor sealing material.
[0027]
The jig 10 can be easily obtained by slicing the block 6 as shown in FIG. 2 with a desired thickness, and the jig 20 is a plate member having a desired thickness. Therefore, manufacture is easy. In this way, the manufacturing cost of the jig can be reduced by reducing the difficulty of machining.
[0028]
These jigs 10 and 20 are arranged at both ends of the thermoelectric element member 1, and the element array is formed by holding the ends of the thermoelectric element member 1 in the grooves 13 defined between the adjacent partition walls 12. The The thermoelectric element members held by the jig 10 extend in parallel to each other along the Y direction (longitudinal direction of the thermoelectric element member) and are separated from each other by a distance substantially determined by the thickness of the partition wall. .
[0029]
In forming the element array, as shown in FIG. 1, each thermoelectric element member 1 is held by a chucking arm 5, and the thermoelectric element member held by the chucking arm is viewed from above the jig 10. It is preferable to release and arrange between the partition walls of the jig 10. In this case, since the placement operation of the thermoelectric element member can be performed without the chucking arm 5 interfering with the thermoelectric element member already arranged on the jig 10, damage such as chipping or cracking of the thermoelectric element member occurs in the element arrangement process. Can be reduced, and the material yield can be improved.
[0030]
A plurality of element arrays formed as described above (four layers in FIG. 1B) are stacked in the Z direction to form an element stack. The manufacturing method of the thermoelectric module of the present invention is characterized in this respect. That is, as shown in FIG. 3, since an element stack 4 is formed by stacking a plurality of element arrays 3 which are arrays of thermoelectric element members 1 extending on an XY plane, Since no jig is required and the occurrence of damage to the thermoelectric element material can be reduced in the element arrangement step, the manufacturing efficiency of the thermoelectric module can be improved.
[0031]
In the element laminate 4, P-type and N-type thermoelectric element members are alternately arranged in a matrix in each of the X direction and the Z direction. In the element laminate, the thermoelectric element members adjacent in the Z direction are separated from each other by the jig 20. Therefore, even when a short inter-element distance is required between the thermoelectric element members adjacent in the Z direction, it can be easily dealt with simply by reducing the thickness of the plate-like jig 20 by machining.
[0032]
The obtained element laminate is integrally formed with a fixing material such as a thermosetting resin having insulating properties. As the fixing material, an epoxy resin having a thermal expansion coefficient close to that of the thermoelectric element member and having a good adhesive strength with the thermoelectric element member or with a sputtered film provided on the thermoelectric element member as required Is preferably used. In addition, when the element array is formed, the element array is previously formed integrally with the fixing material, and the element array is formed by stacking the element array in the Z direction, and then the element stack is integrated again with the fixing material. It may be molded. In this case, it is easy to handle the element array and work efficiency can be improved.
[0033]
Next, the integrally formed element laminate is cut in a direction transverse (orthogonal) to the longitudinal direction of the thermoelectric element material. By this cutting step, for example, a thin plate-like thermoelectric element chip having a thickness of about 1.5 to 2.0 mm is obtained. By forming electrodes on P-type and N-type thermoelectric elements (those where thermoelectric element members are cut) exposed on the cut surfaces on both the front and back sides of the thermoelectric element chip, and providing lead wires for supplying direct current A thermoelectric module is obtained. Specifically, when a direct current is supplied to the thermoelectric module via the lead wire, the electrode flows on the electrode provided on the upper surface of the thermoelectric element chip from the N-type element to the P-type element. The electrodes provided on the lower surface are arranged so that current flows from the P-type element toward the N-type element.
[0034]
In addition, the process of cutting out the thermoelectric element chip from the element laminate integrally molded with the fixing material, forming electrodes on both the front and back surfaces of the thermoelectric element chip and arranging the lead wires can be performed in the same manner as the conventional method, For example, a method described in JP-A-9-293909 may be used.
[0035]
When a plurality of jigs as described above are stacked to form an element stack, it is preferable to use a jig fixing device provided with jig positioning means in the Z direction. For example, the jig fixing device 30 shown in FIG. 4 includes two sets of guide rods 32 that protrude at opposing positions on the upper surface of the base 31. When this fixing device is employed, holes 15 and 25 for passing the guide rods are provided in the jigs 10 and 20, respectively. As a result, an element stack can be formed efficiently while keeping the stacking accuracy of the element array constant. In FIG. 4, reference numeral 33 is a fixing block for fixing the stacked jigs 10 and 20, and reference numerals 34 and 35 are fixing materials when the obtained element laminate is integrally formed with the fixing material. This is a leakage prevention block for preventing leakage.
[0036]
Further, instead of the jigs 10 and 20, a jig 10A shown in FIG. This jig is characterized in that it has both a thermoelectric element member positioning function in the X direction of the jig 10 in FIG. 1 and a thermoelectric element member positioning function in the Z direction of the jig 20. That is, the jig 10A has a plurality of pockets 13A for holding the end portions of the thermoelectric element member provided at one end portion of the upper surface of the rectangular parallelepiped body, and the partition wall 12A extends between the adjacent pockets. I'm out. The inter-element distance in the X direction between adjacent thermoelectric element members is substantially determined by the thickness of the partition wall 12A. As shown in FIG. 5 (b), the jig is disposed at both ends of the thermoelectric element member 1, and the thermoelectric element members are separated by a predetermined inter-element distance and are held so as to extend in parallel to each other. .
[0037]
Next, a plurality of element arrays are stacked in the Z direction to form an element stack. The jig pocket 13A is provided at a height H from the bottom surface of the rectangular parallelepiped body. When the jigs 10A are stacked, the distance between the elements of the thermoelectric element members adjacent in the Z direction can be adjusted by setting the height H. The jig 10A has an advantage that the element array can be moved safely because the held thermoelectric element member 1 does not fall off. Since the subsequent steps from the step of integrally molding the element laminate obtained using the jig with the fixing material to the obtaining of the thermoelectric module are the same as described above, the description thereof is omitted.
[0038]
It is also preferable to use jigs 10B and 20B shown in FIG. The jig 10 </ b> B has a base 11 </ b> B and a plurality of partition walls 12 </ b> B protruding on the base, and a groove 13 </ b> B for holding an end portion of the thermoelectric element member is defined between the partition walls. The groove 13B extends in a length that can accommodate a plurality of thermoelectric element members in the Z direction. The distance between the elements of the thermoelectric element members adjacent in the X direction is substantially determined by the thickness of the partition wall. The jigs 10B are disposed at both ends of the thermoelectric element member, and the thermoelectric element members are separated from each other by a predetermined inter-element distance in the X direction and are held so as to extend in parallel to each other.
[0039]
The inter-element distance between the thermoelectric element members adjacent in the Z direction is determined by the thickness of the elongated plate-like jig 20B disposed between the adjacent element arrays. As shown in FIG. 6B, a predetermined number of thermoelectric element members are arranged in the groove 13B in the X direction to form an element array, and a jig 20B is disposed on the element array, The following element array can be formed. Moreover, the positioning accuracy of the thermoelectric element member in the X direction can always be kept constant during the creation of the element stack. As described above, the use of the jig shown in FIG. 6A is preferable in that it can improve the manufacturing efficiency of the laminate and improve the positioning accuracy of the thermoelectric element member in the X direction.
[0040]
Even when two thermoelectric element members (1a, 1b) having different dimensions in the Z direction are alternately arranged in a matrix to form a thermoelectric module, as shown in FIG. 6 (c), an elongated plate is used. This can be easily dealt with by using a jig 21B in which concave portions 22B are provided alternately along the longitudinal direction on both the front and back surfaces of the member.
[0041]
The jig 10B shown in FIG. 6 can be manufactured by grooving a rectangular parallelepiped block. However, as shown in FIGS. 7A and 7B, the rectangular parallelepipeds (15B, 16B, and 17B) having different shapes are used. ) May be combined and integrated, and in this case, the jig 10B can be easily manufactured even when a narrow-width groove that is difficult to manufacture by groove processing is required. it can.
(Example 2)
In the manufacturing method of the thermoelectric module of Example 2, in order to create an element array formed by arranging a plurality of prismatic thermoelectric element members 1 in two dimensions (on the XY plane), FIG. A jig 10C as shown in FIG. The jig 10C is a rectangular parallelepiped block having a plurality of grooves 13C extending in parallel with each other on the upper surface. A partition 12C extends between adjacent grooves. The distance between the elements of the thermoelectric element members adjacent in the X direction is substantially determined by the thickness of the partition wall 12C. The jig 10C can be arranged at both ends of the thermoelectric element member as shown in FIG. 8B, or can be arranged near the center of the thermoelectric element member as shown in FIG. 8C. The thermoelectric element member held by the jig forms an element array.
[0042]
As shown in FIG. 9A, a plurality of element arrays thus prepared are stacked in the Z direction to form an element stack. Each of the grooves 12C is located at a predetermined height H from the bottom surface of the rectangular parallelepiped block, and the distance between the elements of the thermoelectric element members adjacent in the Z direction can be adjusted by setting the height H. Since the subsequent steps from the step of integrally molding the element laminate obtained using this jig with the fixing material to the obtaining of the thermoelectric module are the same as those in Example 1, the description thereof is omitted.
[0043]
Even when two thermoelectric element members (1a, 1c) having different dimensions in the X direction and the Z direction are alternately arranged in a matrix to create a thermoelectric module, as shown in FIG. This can be dealt with by alternately changing the width and depth of the groove 13C of the jig 10C.
[0044]
In addition, when the individual element arrays are formed, the element array is integrally formed with the fixing material, and after stacking the element arrays in the Z direction to form the element stack, the element stack is again made of the fixing material. It may be integrally formed. For example, as shown in FIG. 10, after an element array formed by holding a thermoelectric element member (not shown) by a jig 10C is disposed between the base mold 70C and the fixing material leakage prevention blocks 71C and 72C, A fixing material is injected into a molding space formed between the base mold and the fixing material leakage prevention block, and the element array is integrated in advance. Next, a plurality of element arrays are arranged in a molding space formed by a pair of base molds 70C having the same shape as that used at the time of integrally forming the element array and a block 73C for adjusting the height of the element stack. After that, a fixing material is injected into the molding space to integrate the element stack. In this example, there is no fear that the thermoelectric element member falls out of the jig 10C when the element laminate is formed. Further, by sharing the mold for molding the element array and the mold for molding the element stack, the total number of jigs can be reduced to efficiently create the element stack.
[0045]
It is also preferable to use jigs 10D and 20D shown in FIG. The jig 10D is a rectangular parallelepiped block having a plurality of grooves 13D extending in parallel with each other on the upper surface. A partition 12D extends between adjacent grooves. The distance between the elements of the thermoelectric element members adjacent in the X direction is substantially determined by the thickness of the partition wall 12D. Each of the grooves of the jig has a depth that can accommodate a plurality of thermoelectric element members in the Z direction. The jig 10D is disposed at both ends of the thermoelectric element member, and the thermoelectric element members held by the jig are separated from each other by a predetermined inter-element distance and extend in parallel to each other.
[0046]
The inter-element distance between the thermoelectric element members adjacent in the Z direction is determined by the thickness of the plate-shaped jig 20D disposed between the adjacent thermoelectric element members in the groove 13D. As shown in FIG. 12A, a predetermined number (four in the figure) of thermoelectric element members 1 are arranged in the groove 13D in the X direction to form an element array (first layer). The jig 20D can be placed on the jig 20D, and the next element array (second layer) can be formed on the jig 20D. Moreover, the positioning accuracy of the thermoelectric element member in the X direction can always be kept constant during the creation of the element stack. Thus, the use of the jig shown in FIG. 11 is preferable in that it can provide an improvement in the manufacturing efficiency of the laminate and an improvement in the positioning accuracy of the thermoelectric element member.
[0047]
Even when two types of thermoelectric element members (1a, 1b) having different dimensions in the Z direction are alternately arranged in a matrix, a jig 10D is formed as shown in FIG. 12 (b). , 20D can be dealt with without basically changing.
(Third embodiment)
In the method of manufacturing the thermoelectric module of Example 3, in order to create an element array in which a plurality of prismatic thermoelectric element members 1 are arranged two-dimensionally (on the XY plane), FIG. A plurality of first wire rods 12E are stretched in parallel to each other in the Z direction on a rectangular frame member 11E having a rectangular opening 16E in the center as shown in FIG. 3 and the second wire rod 13E is orthogonal to the first wire rod (X direction). A) A jig 10E formed by stretching on a rectangular plate member is used. By repeating the operation of arranging the thermoelectric element member 1 between the adjacent first wire rods 12E along the X direction, an element array can be created. The distance between the elements of the thermoelectric element members adjacent in the X direction is substantially determined by the diameter of the first wire rod. The jig 10E is disposed at both ends of the thermoelectric element member 1, and the thermoelectric element members held by the jig are separated from each other by a predetermined inter-element distance and extend in parallel to each other.
[0048]
The distance between the elements of the thermoelectric element members 1 adjacent in the Z direction is substantially determined by the diameter of the second wire 13E. As shown in FIG. 13 (b), the thermoelectric element member 1 is arranged between the first wire rods 12E to form an element array, and one second wire rod 13E is newly formed on the element array. A rectangular plate member 11E is stretched so as to be orthogonal to the wire, and a thermoelectric element member is disposed along the X direction on the newly stretched second wire. By repeating these operations, an element laminate can be created.
[0049]
Another major feature is that the distance between the elements of the thermoelectric element members in the X direction and the Z direction can be set freely only by selecting the diameters of the first wire 12E and the second wire 13E. Furthermore, since the holding area | region of the thermoelectric element member hold | maintained with a 1st wire and a 2nd wire can be set short, the yield of thermoelectric element material can also be improved. As described above, the use of the jig shown in FIG. 13A is preferable because it can improve the manufacturing efficiency of the laminate, provide a high degree of freedom in setting the distance between elements, and improve the yield of the thermoelectric element material. Since the subsequent steps from the step of integrally molding the element laminate obtained using this jig with the fixing material to the obtaining of the thermoelectric module are the same as those in Example 1, the description thereof is omitted.
[0050]
It is also preferable to use a jig 10F shown in FIG. In this jig 10F, a rectangular frame portion 11F having substantially the same structure as the jig 10E shown in FIG. 13A is formed on one side surface of a rectangular parallelepiped block, and the tension of the first wire rod 12F is adjusted. A first tension adjustment dial 50F for adjusting the tension of the second wire rod 13F, and a second tension adjustment dial 51F for adjusting the tension of the second wire 13F. In addition, a holo set 52F is provided in the vicinity of the first and second tension adjustment dials to keep the tension of each wire constant by restricting the rotation of the dial. The jig 10F is disposed at both ends of the thermoelectric element member, and the thermoelectric element members held by the jig are separated from each other by a predetermined inter-element distance and extend in parallel to each other. In FIG. 14, reference numeral 17 </ b> F is a block for preventing leakage of the fixing material used when the element laminate is integrally formed. The jig 10F is preferable in that it can prevent the positioning accuracy of the thermoelectric element member from being lowered due to the tension of the first wire and the second wire being lowered during the operation of arranging the thermoelectric element members.
(Fourth embodiment)
The manufacturing method of the thermoelectric module of Example 4 includes a process of creating an element laminate of thermoelectric element members shown in FIGS.
[0051]
In order to create an element array in which a plurality of prismatic thermoelectric element members are arrayed two-dimensionally (on the XY plane), a mold 60G as shown in FIG. 15A is used. The mold 60G includes a base 61G and a plurality of spacers 62G protruding from the base. The thermoelectric element member fits into the groove 63G defined between the adjacent spacers. Therefore, the distance between adjacent thermoelectric element members is substantially determined by the width of the spacer 62G.
[0052]
After the thermoelectric element member is set in the groove 63G of the mold 60G described above, the fixing material leakage prevention block 64G is disposed on the mold 60G and the fixing material is injected. Thereby, the element array formed by holding the thermoelectric element member 1 with the fixing material 10G as shown in FIG. 15B can be created.
[0053]
After creating a plurality of element arrays, an element stack is formed using the element array alignment means in the Z direction. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 15C, the same set of molds 60G used in the previous step (see FIG. 15A) is used as the alignment means. The side surface of the fixing material 10G that holds the thermoelectric element member 1 is formed in a shape that fits exactly into the groove 63G of the mold 60G. Further, the distance between the elements of the thermoelectric element members adjacent in the Z direction of the element stack is substantially determined by the width of the spacer 62G of the mold 60G.
[0054]
Next, the element stack held by the pair of molds 60G is integrally formed with a fixing material. In FIG. 15C, reference numeral 65G denotes a fixing material leakage prevention block, which is disposed between the opposing molds 60G. FIG. 15D shows an element laminate integrally formed with the fixing material. Since the process from integrally molding the element stack with the fixing material to obtaining the thermoelectric module is the same as that in the first embodiment, the description thereof is omitted. As described above, the same mold used for creating the element array can also be used as a mold for aligning the element array in the Z direction in creating the element stack, so that it is necessary for the manufacturing method of the thermoelectric module. By reducing the number of tools, jig manufacturing costs can be saved.
[0055]
As mentioned above, although the manufacturing method of the thermoelectric module of this invention and the jig | tool used for the manufacturing method were demonstrated based on the preferred Example, unless it deviates from the technical idea of this invention, a various change and improvement are added. It goes without saying that is possible.
[0056]
【The invention's effect】
In the method for manufacturing a thermoelectric module of the present invention, a plurality of rod-shaped thermoelectric element members are separated from each other by a predetermined distance so that their longitudinal directions are parallel to each other. Are arranged in two dimensions to form an element array, and then the element arrays extend in parallel with each other, and each element array is separated from the adjacent element array by a predetermined interval. Since the element stack is formed by stacking the element arrays three-dimensionally, it is possible to use a jig that can be manufactured relatively easily and inexpensively by machining, which is difficult to manufacture as in the past. There is no need to use a jig having a structure.
[0057]
In addition, since it is possible to effectively prevent the thermoelectric element member to be arranged from coming into contact with or colliding with the already arranged thermoelectric element member during the element array production process and the element laminate production process, The occurrence of damage such as chipping or cracking of the thermoelectric element member can be reduced, and the yield of the thermoelectric element material can be improved.
[0058]
The thermoelectric module manufacturing jig of the present invention has a refined shape as described in the preferred example in the above embodiment, and can be manufactured inexpensively and easily by machining. is there. Furthermore, even when it is required to set the distance between the elements of the thermoelectric element member short, a jig obtained by combining a plurality of jigs having a simple geometric shape can be used or used as a jig. This can be easily handled by appropriately selecting the diameter of the wire to be used.
[0059]
As described above, the thermoelectric module manufacturing method and thermoelectric module manufacturing jig according to the present invention improve the problems of conventional thermoelectric module manufacturing and the yield of thermoelectric element materials, and promote the spread of thermoelectric modules. It has high industrial utility value.
[Brief description of the drawings]
FIG. 1A is a perspective view of a jig used in a method for manufacturing a thermoelectric module according to Embodiment 1 of the present invention, and FIG. 1B shows a process of arranging thermoelectric element members on the jig. FIG.
FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing an example of a method for manufacturing the jig of FIG.
FIG. 3 is a conceptual diagram showing a method for manufacturing a thermoelectric module according to the present invention in which an element stack is formed by stacking element arrays.
FIG. 4 is a perspective view of a jig fixing device having positioning means in the jig stacking direction.
5A is a perspective view showing a modification example of the jig according to the first embodiment, and FIG. 5B is a view showing an example of using the jig.
6A is a perspective view showing a further modification of the jig of Example 1, and FIGS. 6B and 6C are views showing an example of use of the jig. FIG.
7A and 7B are perspective views showing an example of a method for manufacturing the jig shown in FIG.
8A is a perspective view of a jig used in a method for manufacturing a thermoelectric module according to a second embodiment of the present invention, and FIGS. 8B and 8C are diagrams showing examples of using the jig. It is.
9A is a view showing an element laminate produced using the jig shown in FIG. 8, and FIG. 9B is a view showing a modified example of the jig shown in FIG.
10A is a perspective view showing a mold for integrally forming an element array, and FIG. 10B is a perspective view showing a mold for integrally forming an element laminate.
FIG. 11 is a diagram showing a further modification of the jig according to the second embodiment.
12 (a) and 12 (b) are views showing an element laminate produced using the jig shown in FIG.
FIG. 13A is a perspective view of a jig used in a method for manufacturing a thermoelectric module according to Embodiment 3 of the present invention, and FIG. 13B shows a process of arranging thermoelectric element members on the jig. FIG.
14 is a view showing a modification example of the jig shown in FIG. 13;
FIGS. 15A to 15D are diagrams showing a process for producing an element laminate in a method for manufacturing a thermoelectric module based on Example 4 of the present invention. FIGS.
16 (a) is a perspective view showing a jig used in a conventional method for manufacturing a thermoelectric module, and FIG. 16 (b) is a perspective view of a thermoelectric element member integrally molded product obtained by using the jig. FIG.
[Explanation of symbols]
1 Thermoelectric element
5 Chucking arm
10 Jig
11 base
12 Bulkhead
13 groove
20 Jig

Claims (17)

A method of manufacturing a thermoelectric module in which a p-type thermoelectric element and an n-type thermoelectric element are disposed and the thermoelectric elements are connected to each other by electrodes on the front and back surfaces of these thermoelectric elements,
A plurality of rod-shaped thermoelectric element members are arranged two-dimensionally so as to extend in parallel with each other and each thermoelectric element member is separated from the adjacent thermoelectric element members by a first interval to form an element array. And a process of
The element array is stacked three-dimensionally so that the element arrays extend in parallel with each other and each element array is separated from the adjacent element array by a second interval. Forming, and
Cutting the element laminate so as to cross the longitudinal direction of the thermoelectric element member;
Look including the step of forming the electrode on the cut surface of the thermoelectric element member, means for providing a first spacing between adjacent thermoelectric element member, means for providing a second spacing between adjacent elements array The element array is formed using a jig having a structure, and the element stack is formed by stacking a plurality of element arrays held by the jig. Method.   The method for manufacturing a thermoelectric module according to claim 1, wherein the element laminate is integrally formed of an insulating material prior to the cutting step. A method of manufacturing a thermoelectric module in which a p-type thermoelectric element and an n-type thermoelectric element are disposed and the thermoelectric elements are connected to each other by electrodes on the front and back surfaces of these thermoelectric elements,
A plurality of rod-shaped thermoelectric element members are arranged two-dimensionally so as to extend in parallel with each other and each thermoelectric element member is separated from the adjacent thermoelectric element members by a first interval to form an element array. And a process of
The element array is stacked three-dimensionally so that the element arrays extend in parallel with each other and each element array is separated from the adjacent element array by a second interval. Forming, and
Cutting the element laminate so as to cross the longitudinal direction of the thermoelectric element member;
And forming the electrode on the cut surface of the thermoelectric element member, prior to the step of forming the element stack, fabrication of the thermoelectric module, which comprises integrally molding the element array with an insulating material Way . The element array is created using a jig for providing a first interval between adjacent thermoelectric element members, and a second jig for providing a second interval between adjacent element arrays is used. The method of manufacturing a thermoelectric module according to claim 3 , wherein the element stack is formed by repeating the arrangement of the element array and the second jig. The method of manufacturing a thermoelectric module according to claim 1, wherein the jig is disposed at both ends of the thermoelectric element member in order to form the element array . The method for manufacturing a thermoelectric module according to claim 1, wherein the jig is arranged in a central portion of a thermoelectric element member in order to form the element array . Each of the thermoelectric element members is held by chucking means, the thermoelectric element member held by the chucking means is released from above the jig, and the thermoelectric element member is arranged on the jig. The manufacturing method of the thermoelectric module in any one of Claim 1 and 4-6 . A method of manufacturing a thermoelectric module in which a p-type thermoelectric element and an n-type thermoelectric element are disposed and the thermoelectric elements are connected to each other by electrodes on the front and back surfaces of these thermoelectric elements,
A plurality of rod-shaped thermoelectric element members are arranged two-dimensionally so as to extend in parallel with each other and each thermoelectric element member is separated from the adjacent thermoelectric element members by a first interval to form an element array. And a process of
As the element array is extending in parallel with each other, and the element array, each stacking the element array as separated by a second distance from an adjacent element array body three-dimensionally element laminate Forming a step;
Cutting the element laminate so as to cross the longitudinal direction of the thermoelectric element member;
Forming the electrodes on a cut surface of the thermoelectric element member, and extending a plurality of first wires having a diameter substantially equal to the first interval in parallel to each other, and thermoelectric power between the first wires. An element member is disposed to form the element array, and a second wire having a diameter substantially equal to the second interval is disposed on the formed element array so as to be orthogonal to the first wire, A method of manufacturing a thermoelectric module, wherein the element stack is formed by alternately repeating formation of an element array and arrangement of a second wire . A jig used in a method of manufacturing a thermoelectric module in which a p-type thermoelectric element and an n-type thermoelectric element are arranged and the thermoelectric elements are connected to each other by electrodes on both the front and back surfaces of the thermoelectric element. The method is
A plurality of rod-shaped thermoelectric element members are arranged two-dimensionally so as to extend in parallel with each other and each thermoelectric element member is separated from the adjacent thermoelectric element members by a first interval to form an element array. And a process of
The element array is stacked three-dimensionally so that the element arrays extend in parallel with each other and each element array is separated from the adjacent element array by a second interval. Forming, and
Cutting the element laminate so as to cross the longitudinal direction of the thermoelectric element member;
Forming the electrode on a cut surface of the thermoelectric element member, and the jig includes a base having a thickness for providing a second interval, and a plurality of partition walls extending parallel to each other on the base. Each of the partition walls has a thickness for providing a first interval, and a groove for holding the thermoelectric element member is defined between adjacent partition walls, and the jig includes the thermoelectric element member A jig for manufacturing a thermoelectric module, characterized in that a groove for holding the substrate is provided only at one end of the upper surface of the plate . A jig used in a method of manufacturing a thermoelectric module in which a p-type thermoelectric element and an n-type thermoelectric element are arranged and the thermoelectric elements are connected to each other by electrodes on both the front and back surfaces of the thermoelectric element. The method is
A plurality of rod-shaped thermoelectric element members are arranged two-dimensionally so as to extend in parallel with each other and each thermoelectric element member is separated from the adjacent thermoelectric element members by a first interval to form an element array. And a process of
The element array is stacked three-dimensionally so that the element arrays extend in parallel with each other and each element array is separated from the adjacent element array by a second interval. Forming, and
Cutting the element laminate so as to cross the longitudinal direction of the thermoelectric element member;
Forming the electrode on a cut surface of the thermoelectric element member, and the jig includes a base and a plurality of partition walls protruding in parallel from the base, and each of the partition walls provides a first interval. A comb-shaped jig in which a groove for holding a thermoelectric element member is defined between adjacent partition walls, and a plate having a thickness for providing a second gap between the element arrays A jig for manufacturing a thermoelectric module, characterized by comprising: A jig used in a method of manufacturing a thermoelectric module in which a p-type thermoelectric element and an n-type thermoelectric element are arranged and the thermoelectric elements are connected to each other by electrodes on both the front and back surfaces of the thermoelectric element. The method is
A plurality of rod-shaped thermoelectric element members are arranged two-dimensionally so as to extend in parallel with each other and each thermoelectric element member is separated from the adjacent thermoelectric element members by a first interval to form an element array. And a process of
The element array is stacked three-dimensionally so that the element arrays extend in parallel with each other and each element array is separated from the adjacent element array by a second interval. Forming, and
Cutting the element laminate so as to cross the longitudinal direction of the thermoelectric element member;
Forming the electrode on a cut surface of the thermoelectric element member, and the jig includes a base and a plurality of partition walls protruding in parallel from the base, and each of the partition walls provides a first interval. A groove for holding a thermoelectric element member between adjacent partition walls is defined, and the groove has a length capable of holding a plurality of thermoelectric element members; A thermoelectric module manufacturing jig comprising a plate-shaped jig having a thickness for providing a second interval between the element arrays . A jig used in a method of manufacturing a thermoelectric module in which a p-type thermoelectric element and an n-type thermoelectric element are arranged and the thermoelectric elements are connected to each other by electrodes on both the front and back surfaces of the thermoelectric element. The method is
A plurality of rod-shaped thermoelectric element members are arranged two-dimensionally so as to extend in parallel with each other and each thermoelectric element member is separated from the adjacent thermoelectric element members by a first interval to form an element array. And a process of
The element array is stacked three-dimensionally so that the element arrays extend in parallel with each other and each element array is separated from the adjacent element array by a second interval. Forming, and
Cutting the element laminate so as to cross the longitudinal direction of the thermoelectric element member;
Forming the electrode on a cut surface of the thermoelectric element member, and the jig includes a base and a plurality of partition walls protruding in parallel from the base, and each of the partition walls provides a first interval. A groove for holding a thermoelectric element member is defined between adjacent partition walls, the groove having a depth capable of holding a plurality of thermoelectric element members, and the groove A thermoelectric module manufacturing jig comprising a plate-shaped jig having a thickness for providing a second interval between adjacent thermoelectric element members . 9. A jig used in the method of manufacturing a thermoelectric module according to claim 8, wherein the jig includes means for applying tension to the first wire and the second wire. A thermoelectric module manufacturing jig . A jig used in a method of manufacturing a thermoelectric module in which a p-type thermoelectric element and an n-type thermoelectric element are arranged and the thermoelectric elements are connected to each other by electrodes on both the front and back surfaces of the thermoelectric element. The method is
A plurality of rod-shaped thermoelectric element members are arranged two-dimensionally so as to extend in parallel with each other and each thermoelectric element member is separated from the adjacent thermoelectric element members by a first interval to form an element array. And a process of
The element array is stacked three-dimensionally so that the element arrays extend in parallel with each other and each element array is separated from the adjacent element array by a second interval. Forming, and
Cutting the element laminate so as to cross the longitudinal direction of the thermoelectric element member;
Forming the electrode on a cut surface of the thermoelectric element member, and the jig includes a plurality of first plate members having a thickness for providing the first gap, and substantially a thermoelectric element member A jig for manufacturing a thermoelectric module, comprising: a second plate member having a thickness equal to a length of one side, wherein the first plate member and the second plate member are alternately arranged . The thermoelectric module manufacturing jig according to claim 9 or 10, wherein the jig includes a hole for inserting a guide rod for alignment in the stacking direction of the element array . A method of manufacturing a thermoelectric module in which a p-type thermoelectric element and an n-type thermoelectric element are disposed and the thermoelectric elements are connected to each other by electrodes on the front and back surfaces of these thermoelectric elements,
A plurality of rod-shaped thermoelectric element members are arranged two-dimensionally so as to extend in parallel with each other and each thermoelectric element member is separated from the adjacent thermoelectric element members by a first interval to form an element array. And a process of
As the element array is extending in parallel with each other, and the element array of the three-dimensionally stacked element product Sotai such that each element array is separated by a second distance from the adjacent element array Forming a step;
Cutting the element laminate so as to cross the longitudinal direction of the thermoelectric element member;
Forming the electrode on a cut surface of the thermoelectric element member, and integrally forming the element array using a mold, and then stacking a plurality of element arrays to form the element stack. A method of manufacturing a thermoelectric module, wherein the thermoelectric module is integrally formed by using . A method of manufacturing a thermoelectric module in which a p-type thermoelectric element and an n-type thermoelectric element are disposed and the thermoelectric elements are connected to each other by electrodes on the front and back surfaces of these thermoelectric elements,
A plurality of rod-shaped thermoelectric element members are arranged two-dimensionally so as to extend in parallel with each other and each thermoelectric element member is separated from the adjacent thermoelectric element members by a first interval to form an element array. And a process of
The element array is stacked three-dimensionally so that the element arrays extend in parallel with each other and each element array is separated from the adjacent element array by a second interval. Forming, and
Cutting the element laminate so as to cross the longitudinal direction of the thermoelectric element member;
Forming the electrode on the cut surface of the thermoelectric element member, and integrally forming the element array using a mold, and then stacking a plurality of element arrays to create an element stack, A method for manufacturing a thermoelectric module, wherein the mold is used as a positioning mold in a stacking direction of element arrays .

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