Dr. Jing Chen has amassed 28 years of expertise in Microfluidics, MEMS, and Manufacturing Engineering. He earned his PhD from Tsinghua University, furthered his research at the University of Michigan, and served as a tenured professor at Peking University for 16 years. In 2014, Dr. Chen founded HiComp, which specializes in microfluidic and lab-on-chip products for various industries. He has authored over 180 papers, 70 patents, and 6 books, making significant contributions to the field.
Scaling Up PDMS Microfluidic Chips: Prototyping, Production Challenges, and Transition to Injection Molding
Wednesday, 29 November 2023 at 17:30
Add to Calendar ▼2023-11-29 17:30:002023-11-29 18:30:00Europe/LondonScaling Up PDMS Microfluidic Chips: Prototyping, Production Challenges, and Transition to Injection MoldingLab-on-a-Chip and Microfluidics World Congress 2023 in Laguna Hills, CaliforniaLaguna Hills, CaliforniaSELECTBIOenquiries@selectbiosciences.com
This talk covers the spectrum of PDMS microfluidic chip manufacturing, spanning from initial prototyping to mass production and the transition to plastic injection molding. It begins with an exploration of various prototyping methods and their practical applications, followed by an overview of the demand for volume PDMS chip production and its applications in life science. Challenges in scaling up from prototyping to mass production are examined, encompassing mold issues, consistency, and scalability, along with strategies for overcoming these obstacles. Furthermore, the talk delves into emerging trends in PDMS manufacturing and the potential of PDMS injection molding. A detailed case study illustrates a successful transition from PDMS to injection-molded microfluidic chips, showcasing the benefits of enhanced production efficiency and reduced costs.
