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Two-Part Injection Mold for Microfluidic Chip
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A precise, two-part injection mold designed for creating microfluidic chips with intricate spiral and straight channel geometries.
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Two-Part Injection Mold for Microfluidic Chip
3D render of a two-part gray metallic injection mold for a microfluidic chip, shown in an exploded view.
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Description
Overview and production context
This highly detailed 3D model represents a two-part injection mold engineered for the precise fabrication of microfluidic chips. The mold is designed to create chips with both a complex Archimedean spiral channel and a straight channel, featuring three inlets and one outlet. Rendered in a realistic gray metallic, CAD-like style, it showcases the intricate details of the mold's core and cavity, including guide pins and sprue bushings. This model is ideal for engineers, researchers, and designers working in microfluidics, offering a tangible representation of advanced manufacturing tooling.
How to use this model
Use cases, fit and pre-production checks
This model is optimized for 3D printing, with dimensions suitable for detailed replication. It can be printed at various scales, though maintaining the microchannel integrity will require a printer capable of high precision, ideally at a 1:1 scale or slightly larger. Consider using materials like ABS or PETG for durability. For game development and AR/VR applications, the model's detailed geometry and realistic metallic appearance make it an excellent asset for industrial or scientific environments. It can serve as a prop in simulation games, a visual aid in educational VR experiences, or a component in virtual laboratory setups.
FAQ
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What specific microfluidic channel features does this mold create?
This mold is designed to produce microfluidic chips with an Archimedean spiral channel (4 turns, 500µm width, 300µm depth) and a straight channel (20mm length, 500µm width), both with rectangular cross-sections.
What are the overall dimensions of the mold?
The mold has overall dimensions of 120x80x40 mm, making it suitable for detailed 3D printing and integration into various digital workflows.
What is the visual style and intended application of this 3D model?
The model features a realistic, CAD-like gray metallic rendering, ideal for engineering, product design visualization, educational purposes, and as a high-fidelity asset for 3D printing, games, and AR/VR applications.
Does the mold include all necessary components for injection molding?
Yes, the model depicts a complete two-part mold, including the core insert with positive channel relief, cavity block, guide pins, sprue bushings aligned with inlets, and an ejector pin layout.
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