Microfluidic Chip Manufacturing

Innovate, design, and manufacture microfluidic chips in house.

Microfluidics is revolutionizing industries like diagnostics and drug delivery by enabling precise control of tiny fluid volumes within intricately designed microchannels. At the heart of this innovation are microfluidic chips, which require extreme precision in their manufacturing to ensure optimal performance. This is where DATRON CNC machines excel. With high-speed spindles capable of milling ultra-fine features, industry-leading X and Y-axis accuracy, and an intuitive user interface that simplifies operation, DATRON machines make it easier than ever to prototype and produce high-quality microfluidic devices.

Key Features for Microfluidic Machining

Precise, High-speed Machining

DATRON CNC machines offer the precision, efficiency, and consistency required for microfluidic chip production. High-speed spindles, reaching up to 60,000 RPM, allow the use of ultra-small tools for clean, detailed milling of intricate channels. Exceptional X and Y-axis accuracy ensures microfeatures are machined to exact specifications, a critical factor for controlling fluid flow in microfluidic devices.

Secure Workholding

Precision and stability are critical in microfluidic chip manufacturing, where even the slightest material distortion can impact performance. DATRON’s vacuum table technology provides a secure, uniform clamping force, preventing warping or shifting during machining. This ensures precise, consistent milling of microchannels, even on ultra-thin substrates. By eliminating the need for mechanical clamps, DATRON’s vacuum tables protect delicate materials while enabling faster setups, making them essential for high-precision applications.

Thermal Stability Systems

To maintain machining consistency, DATRON’s thermal stability systems regulate temperature, reducing material expansion and preserving accuracy. Integrated probing technology further refines the process, mapping surface variations and automatically adjusting milling depth in real time to prevent inconsistencies. Meanwhile, an intuitive touchscreen interface simplifies operation, making high-precision machining accessible even in laboratory settings.

With advanced features designed specifically for precision micromachining, DATRON CNC technology provides the accuracy, reliability, and efficiency needed to drive innovation in microfluidic manufacturing.

I had no idea that ethanol could be used as a coolant, which would allow it to be used in the clean room. Conventional coolants are not allowed in the clean room. With alcohol cooling, the machine sprays a mist of alcohol on the cutter and material, and the parts come out clean and sterile, with no waste fluids.

William Arnold – CEO, Kansas City Design

Add precision and eliminate cleanup

For the past several decades, medical industry manufacturers like St. Jude Medical and Catalent Pharma have relied on the precision and cleanliness of DATRON. We can help you too.

  • Precise and burr-free milling for complex part geometries
  • Minimum quantity lubrication (MQL) system that averages 30ml/h
  • Clean parts right off the machine with a highly effective ethanol coolant

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Application Consultation

Our engineers review your parts and workflow to help determine the right solution for your needs. 

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Immediate Results

In-stock machines ship usually within a week and can start making parts within hours after being installed. 

Service & Support

The DATRON Dynamics support team is knowledgeable, responsive, and reliable. We provide training, local 24/7 telephone support, internal diagnostics, preventative maintenance programs, and customer exchangeable parts to help keep your investment up and running with minimal interruptions. 

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Recommended Machines

520 x 420 x 220 mm (20 “ x 16.5 “ x 9 “) (XYZ)
2kwatt liquid chilled spindle up to 40,000 RPM
approx. 700 kg (1,543 lbs.)
Prototype intricate metal parts and small production runs in-house with the CNC system that fits through a standard doorway. Designed for precision prototyping in metal and perfect for a lab environment.
1,020 x 830 x 245 mm (40” x 33” x 10″) (X, Y, Z)
Up to 60,000 RPM machining spindle
approx. 1,300 kg (2,866 lbs.)
Machine parts faster and more efficiently with the high-speed M8Cube. With a working area of 30” x 40” and 60,000 RPM spindle, you are saving time and money.
1,520 mm x 1,150 mm x 245 mm (60” x 45” x 10”) (X, Y, Z)
Up to 60,000 RPM machining spindle
approx. 2,500 kg (5,512 lbs.)
In a world where adaptability and floor space are equally important, you shouldn’t have to choose one or the other. Ideal for milling long aluminum extrusions, sheet material, large parts or machine nested small parts.

Streamline Your Machining Process

DATRON CNC machines and high-speed spindles will increase your feed rates and reduce faster cycle times. The machines and software are optimized so that the entire machining process or workflow is fast and efficient saving you time and money.

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In observance of Memorial Day, DATRON Dynamics will be closed on Monday, May 26th, and will return to regular hours of operation on Tuesday, May 27th.