Chips and Tips : Rapid Prototyping of Microfluidics

We demonstrate the use of double-sided adhesive films in the development of rapid prototype flow systems. These prototype fluidic devices have a great number of applications and since their preparation is a trivial matter, they may be prepared as and when required. Where there is a requirement for fluidic systems with a greater depth than the thickness of the film, multiple layers may be employed to expand the range of device depths obtainable.