Micro - Device Manufacturing
This whitepaper introduces a production chain showcasing a cost-effective manufacturing process for microfluidic components.
This achievement was made possible through the collaboration of FEMTOPrint and 3D AG, in partnership with the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland (FHNW).
A collaborative journey through advanced technologies in glass laser micro-fabrication,
electroforming, and injection muolding.
- Mastering nickel shim electroforming for microfluidics applications
- Achieving precision in micro-scale features through advanced electroforming
- Streamlining your production chain with cost-effective shim fabrication
- Applying polymer replication quality in microfluidic devices
- Leveraging selective glass etching and advanced laser writing for 3D master production
Learn How to Transform Your Microfluidics Manufacturing for High-Volume Efficiency Today!
In microstructure manufacturing, every step must be carefully coordinated to ensure structural fidelity in large-scale production. The chosen technology for mass production shapes the details of earlier stages, including mastering and tool creation.
Ready to elevate your microfluidics production? Partner with our experts today to harness our advanced nickel shim electroforming solutions, tailored to overcome your unique challenges. Together, we’ll drive innovation and redefine precision in micro-manufacturing.
All steps to achieve structure fidelity in mass-scale production
The technology most suitable for mass-scale production will dictate the details of earlier phases, such as mastering and tool manufacturing.
Unlocking precision: 3D AG’s nickel shims for high-quality moulding
Discover the technology behind 3D AG’s process, where a nickel shim is electroformed to a precise thickness for using it as a mould in an injection moulding process. The result is the creation of high-precision moulds that enable the production of complex and quality components.
An optimal value chain for replicating microstructures
Through the publication of this whitepaper, we proudly demonstrate an efficient and cost-effective process chain—from glass to nickel to polymer—for the production of microfluidic devices.
This achievement is the result of a successful collaboration between FEMTOPrint, 3D AG, and FHNW.
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The success of this process is based on the effective collaboration among all the parties, working together to create a model production system that enables large-scale manufacturing.
Marek Krehel
CTO of 3D AG
