Chemical & Material
Phase Change Material (PCM)
A phase change material (PCM) is a substance with a high heat of fusion which, melting and solidifying at a certain temperature, is capable of storing and releasing large amounts of energy. Heat is absorbed or released when the material changes from solid to liquid and vice versa; thus, PCMs are classified as latent heat storage (LHS) units.
- Types
- Organic · Inorganic · Bio-based
- Applications
- Building & Construction · Refrigeration & Logistics · Textile
5 editions31 December 2025