Uploaded April 2019 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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Using simple tools and a membrane cutter, we build a Y-shaped microfluidic device. The assembly takes about 10 minutes plus the drying time for epoxy glue. The channel volume in this example is about 22 uL. The device layout can be readily changed to fit your project.

Detailed Publication with link:
Q. Wang, M. R. Bentley, O. Steinbock, "Self-organization of Layered Inorganic Membranes in Microfluidic Devices", J. Phys. Chem. C 121, 14120, 2017 doi.org/10.1021/acs.jpcc.7b02778

Link to Silhouette Portrait 2 membrane cutter (~ $135): amazon.com/gp/product/B009GZUPFA