Laboratory manifold

Overview
IDEX Health & Science delivers customized diffusion bonded manifold solutions for in-vitro diagnostic (IVD), analytical sciences and life science instruments. A diffusion bonded manifold consolidates multiple flow paths into a single monolithic unit to simplify instrument assembly and improve serviceability while reducing variability from channel deformation or delamination.

Key Benefits

• Engineering support for custom designs to meet instrument requirements
• Manufactured to consistent channel tolerances to eliminate pressure variation between manifolds
• Compatible with a wide range of fluidic devices and mounting options
• Supports complex fluidic routing including 3D curved paths
• Optimizes fluid usage with short, compact flow paths
• Optional fluidic simulation and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) services

Diffusion Bonded Manifold Features

• Material options: Acrylic (PMMA), Ultem™ (PEI)
• Minimum track width: > 0.020” (0.508 mm)
• Maximum hole diameter: < 0.118” (3 mm)
• Track configurations: 3D curved and straight
• Track cross sections: Square, Round, and D-shaped
• Surface finishing: Vapor, flame, and diamond fly-cut
• Internal channel polishing for optical clarity and consistent flow dynamics
• Assembly and testing with in-house and third-party components

Components available for integration

• Valves: Solenoid and rotary shear valves
• Pumps
• Sensors: Pressure, temperature, conductivity
• Connections: Probes, tubing, fittings
• Degassers: Multiplexed degassing options

Multiple cross-sections available; D-shaped tracks are recommended for optimal manufacturing performance.

Technical specifications

• Materials: Acrylic (PMMA); Ultem™ (PEI)
• Minimum channel/track width: > 0.020” (0.508 mm)
• Maximum hole diameter: < 0.118” (3 mm)
• Supported track configurations: 3D curved, straight
• Supported track cross-sections: Square, Round, D-shaped
• Surface finishing options: Vapor, flame, diamond fly-cut
• Internal channel polishing: Yes (for optical clarity and flow dynamics)
• Testing & assembly: In-house and third-party component assembly and inspection
• Optional services: Fluidic simulation / computational fluid dynamics (CFD)
• Design objective: Minimize fluidic variability, reduce total cost of ownership, and support compact, optimized flow paths