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Y-Type Hybrid Mixing Microfluidic Chip

SKU WHM-0005-200-um-pdms-glass-5-pack
$279.99
Unit: Pack of 5
$56.00/unit

Glass microfluidic chip with embedded bead mixing elements for rapid turbulent mixing of two fluid streams in standard slide format.

Reusable chip — designed for multiple experimental runs. Compatible with standard microfluidic tubing: steel pins (0.7 mm ID / 1.0 mm OD) and silicone tubing (0.8 mm ID / 1.9 mm OD). Available in bulk packs (5‑, 10‑, and 25‑unit) for lab-scale and consumable workflows.

Channel Width SKU WHM-0005-200-um-pdms-glass-25-pack
Bonding Type SKU WHM-0005-200-um-pdms-glass-25-pack
Pack Size SKU WHM-0005-200-um-pdms-glass-5-pack
$279.99
Unit: Pack of 5
$56.00/unit

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Key Specifications

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Model fit
3 selectable configurations
SKU family
WHM-0005
Shipping box
76.0 × 25.0 × 2.0 cm
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Category
Glass Chips
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The Y-Type Hybrid Mixing Microfluidic Chip provides rapid, turbulent mixing of fluids through embedded bead structures within a standard microscope slide format. The glass microplate construction accommodates two-inlet confluence mixing with configurable channel spacing of either 4.5 mm or 9 mm to match experimental requirements. The chip's 25 × 76 mm dimensions conform to standard slide dimensions for compatibility with existing microscopy and imaging systems.

Turbulent mixing occurs through interaction with embedded microbeads positioned at the junction point, creating chaotic advection that enhances mass transfer between fluid streams. This design enables efficient reagent blending and sample preparation for downstream analysis applications requiring homogeneous solutions.

Key Specs

Material PDMS
Geometry Y-shaped junction, 3 ports
Ports 3 ports (Inlet 1, Inlet 2, Outlet)
Chip footprint 25.4 x 76.2 mm standard slide format
Channel width 50 um, 100 um, 150 um, 200 um
Channel depth 50 um
Bonding PDMS-PDMS, PDMS-glass
Packaging Standard glass slide (25.4x76.2mm), stainless steel tubes (0.7x1.0x15mm), silicone tubing (0.8x1.9mm)

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How It Works

The Y-Type Hybrid Mixing chip operates through chaotic advection generated by embedded microbeads at the confluence junction. Two inlet channels converge at a Y-shaped intersection where fluid streams encounter strategically positioned glass microbeads. These beads create flow obstructions that induce turbulent mixing through repeated stretching and folding of fluid interfaces.

The turbulent flow regime enhances mass transfer by increasing the interfacial area between mixing streams and reducing diffusion path lengths. Unlike passive laminar mixers that rely solely on molecular diffusion, the embedded bead structure actively promotes convective mixing for faster homogenization. The glass construction provides chemical inertness and optical transparency for real-time monitoring of mixing processes.

Features & Benefits

Embedded bead mixing elements
Generates turbulent flow for enhanced mixing efficiency compared to passive diffusion-based designs.
Standard slide format (25 × 76 mm)
Compatible with existing microscopy stages and holders for integrated imaging and analysis workflows.
Glass/microplate construction
Provides chemical inertness and optical transparency for broad solvent compatibility and real-time monitoring.
Configurable channel spacing (4.5 mm or 9 mm)
Accommodates different tubing configurations and experimental setups for flexible integration.
Y-junction design
Enables controlled mixing of two inlet streams with predictable flow characteristics and mixing zones.
Compact form factor
Minimizes sample volumes and reagent consumption while fitting standard laboratory setups.
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Y-Type Hybrid Mixing Microfluidic Chip
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