{"id":16011,"date":"2026-07-16T12:07:33","date_gmt":"2026-07-16T10:07:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/?post_type=product&p=16011"},"modified":"2026-07-16T12:07:34","modified_gmt":"2026-07-16T10:07:34","slug":"systeme-de-refroidissement-actif-player-one-acs","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/product\/systeme-de-refroidissement-actif-player-one-acs\/","title":{"rendered":"Player One ACS Active Cooling System"},"content":{"rendered":"

Player One ACS Active Cooling System<\/h2>\n

Visit Player One ACS (Active Cooling System)<\/strong> is an active air-cooling system designed for certain uncooled astronomical cameras.<\/p>\n

It significantly improves temperature control of the sensor, particularly during solar imaging in broad daylight, in high temperatures, or during long acquisition sessions.<\/p>\n

Why use the ACS system?<\/h3>\n

In the summer, and especially during prolonged use in direct sunlight, the internal temperature of an uncooled camera can rise significantly. When the ambient temperature exceeds 40 \u00b0C, the sensor can reach temperatures close to 60 \u00b0C.<\/p>\n

Although Player One cameras are designed to operate under demanding conditions, excessive heat can increase thermal noise and place additional strain on the electronic components.<\/p>\n

The ACS system then improves heat dissipation through active ventilation of the camera housing.<\/p>\n

Active Cooling and PCS System<\/h3>\n

Many compatible Player One cameras already include the system PCS (Passive Cooling System)<\/strong>. This transfers the heat generated by the sensor to the camera's outer housing.<\/p>\n

The ACS module complements this system by actively dissipating the heat accumulated on the housing through a flow of air.<\/p>\n

During the tests conducted by Player One, a camera equipped with the PCS and ACS systems maintained a temperature of approximately Only 7 \u00b0C above room temperature<\/strong>. The case remained slightly warm, but did not reach an excessive temperature.<\/p>\n

Applications<\/h3>\n
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  • Solar imaging in white light, H-alpha, or Ca-K<\/li>\n
  • Planetary Imaging During Heat Waves<\/li>\n
  • Long data collection sessions<\/li>\n
  • Lucky imaging of the deep sky<\/li>\n
  • Reducing the Risk of Overheating in Uncooled Cameras<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Compatibility<\/h3>\n

    The ACS system is not compatible with all uncooled cameras. To function properly, the camera must already be equipped with the passive system PCS<\/strong>, which allows heat to be transferred from the sensor to the outer shell.<\/p>\n

    We recommend that you verify the exact compatibility of your Player One camera before placing your order.<\/p>\n

    Installation<\/h3>\n

    Installing the ACS system is simple and requires only a few steps. However, be sure to carefully follow the manufacturer's instructions to position the module correctly and ensure optimal heat dissipation.<\/p>\n

    Scope of delivery<\/h3>\n
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    • 1 Player One ACS active cooling system<\/li>\n
    • Accessories needed for installation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Camera not included. The illustrations may show accessories that are sold separately.<\/em><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

      Syst\u00e8me de refroidissement actif Player One ACS Le Player One ACS (Active Cooling System) est un syst\u00e8me de refroidissement actif par air con\u00e7u pour certaines cam\u00e9ras astronomiques non refroidies. Il permet d\u2019am\u00e9liorer significativement la ma\u00eetrise de la temp\u00e9rature du capteur, notamment lors de l\u2019imagerie solaire en plein jour, pendant les fortes chaleurs ou lors de […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":16012,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[556],"product_cat":[884],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-16011","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_brand-player-one","product_cat-solaire","first","on_supplier","taxable","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-simple"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/16011","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=16011"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/16012"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=16011"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=16011"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=16011"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=16011"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}