The Turning Valve Distribution Chip is a microfluidic device designed for fluid handling experiments that require selection between multiple reagent channels. It enables easy switching between volumes using two independent turning valves, each supporting 6-channel inlet selection with a single outlet per valve. This design is ideal for experiments that demand consecutive reagent application or rapid channel switching, providing both flexibility and ease of use in complex setups.
General
Turning valve distribution chip Fluidic 1671 features Mini Luer interfaces and two independent functional units with turning valves enabling the user to switch between 6 different inlets for one outlet. The outlet is marked with a triangle. This is especially useful, when setting up experiments requiring different reagents in a consecutive manner. The turning valve distributor chip can be daisy chained to chips carrying reagents and chips holding the experiment. Turning valves can be operated either manually with a valve actuator or automatically with microfluidic ChipShop’s ChipGenie® edition TV.
Features & Benefits
- Two Independent Valve Units: This chip allows the user to operate two separate valve systems, increasing the flexibility for experimental design and control.
- 6-Channel Selection per Unit: Each valve unit offers a choice between six different inlets, which helps in precise reagent switching without the need for multiple chips.
- Mini Luer Interface: Standardized and easy to connect for fluid handling, reducing sample loss and improving interchangeability between setups.
- Manual or Automated Actuation: The turning valves can be controlled either by hand or by using ChipGenie® edition TV for automated processes.
The Turning Valve Distribution Chip enables researchers to manage multiple reagent flows within a single experiment. Its modularity—allowing chaining with other chips—improves workflow. With clear labeling and defined outlet marking, it supports faster, more accurate setup and troubleshooting.
The chip is suitable for manual as well as automated operation to suit both simple laboratory environments and advanced automated systems. Its transparent construction allows easy visualization of the fluid path during operation.
Applications
This product is designed for use in laboratory settings where multiple reagent streams must be managed in succession or selected as needed for experiments such as:
- Microfluidic reagent switching and sample delivery
- Automated assay setups
- Biomedical research involving serial sample or reagent application
Content
1x Turning Valve Distribution Chip
Specifications
| SKU | CS-10002181 | CS-10002182 |
| Design element | Valve | Valve |
| Material | PS | Topas |
| Material chip body | mcs-PS 17 | Mcs-COC 13 |
| Material chip lid | mcs-foil 075 (PS; 125 µm) | mcs-foil 011 (Topas; 140 µm; Tg 78°C) |
| Color | Transparent | Transparent |
| Interface type | Mini Luer interface | Mini Luer interface |
| Surface treatment | Not treated | Not treated |
| Membrane | no membrane | no membrane |
