3D printed inlays for injection moulded microfluidics

Neil Convery*, Gareth J. Sullivan, Nikolaj Gadegaard

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

In this work we present a new method for fabricating microfluidic devices that is quicker, cheaper, and higher throughput than any existing means of fabrication. In short, master structures are 3D printed before parts are injection moulded from the inlay. This approach allows for the rapid, and low cost realisation of injection moulding masters while also allowing for the mass production of devices. We also demonstrate a liver organoid-on-a-chip device.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationMicroTAS 2021 - 25th International Conference on Miniaturized Systems for Chemistry and Life Sciences
PublisherChemical and Biological Microsystems Society
Pages1379-1380
Number of pages2
ISBN (Electronic)9781733419031
Publication statusPublished - 2021
Event25th International Conference on Miniaturized Systems for Chemistry and Life Sciences, MicroTAS 2021 - Palm Springs, Virtual, United States
Duration: 10 Oct 202114 Oct 2021

Publication series

NameMicroTAS 2021 - 25th International Conference on Miniaturized Systems for Chemistry and Life Sciences

Conference

Conference25th International Conference on Miniaturized Systems for Chemistry and Life Sciences, MicroTAS 2021
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityPalm Springs, Virtual
Period10/10/2114/10/21

Keywords

  • injection moulding
  • micro-fabrication
  • Microfluidics
  • organ-on-a-chip
  • sealing

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