FLUI’DEVICE
Your New All-in-One Microfluidic Design Solution
What is FLUI’DEVICE ?
FLUI'DEVICE combines decades of microfluidics research into a comprehensive online
platform, enabling you to design and fabricate microfluidic devices with ease.
Its intuitive drag-and-drop interface allows you to select features from an ever-growing library of
established microfluidic components, such as inlets, mixers, and T-junctions,
and seamlessly assemble them in a user-friendly manner.
To validate your design, FLUI'DEVICE offers an online calculator that provides detailed hydrodynamic
information.
Simply choose your preferred injection method and input its value to obtain accurate pressure and flow
distribution results within seconds.
Experience the future of microfluidic device design with FLUI'DEVICE, where innovation meets simplicity.
The Art of Flow: Where Design Meets Calculation
Design : First drag and drop user-friendly microfluidics
Design detailed microfluidic system with a library of microfluidic structure (mixer, cell culture chamber, splitter, etc...) Build your device in few seconds
Live hydrodynamics calculation
Validate your design with our microfluidic calculator. Track flow-rate, pressure, hydraulic resistance and more
Exports compatible with CAD, CFD & FAB
Access to our Mold service to turn your design to reality OR use the 3D CAD export functionality
Calculators & Formulas
With :
- λ the Moody friction factorλ = f(Re , k) withRe the Reynolds Number andk a constant describing the channel wall surface roughness.
- ξloc the local turbulence coefficient with the power of computational fluid dynamics and 50 years of experiments.
- Dh andL the channel characteristic dimension and length, respectively.
- ρ the fluid viscosity andv the flow mean velocity.
Moody Friction Factor in a pipe : λ
describes different flow regime.
In laminar flow (Re
< 2300), λ = 64 / Re
is independant of the surface roughness.
In turbulent flow (Re > 4000) λ, is
predominetly determined by the cross-sectional shape of the pipe and the surface roughness.
Get Step-by-Step Guidance with Video Tutorials
Design Gallery
Gradient
Classic Mixer
Classic Herringbone
Double Emulsion
Droplet Generator
Micro-reactor with mixing junction
Parallelization
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What is a microfluidic calculator?
A microfluidic calculator is a specialized tool that helps with microfluidic chip design, microfluidic valve design, and overall microfluidic channel design. It uses established equations to calculate pressure and flow distribution within these miniaturized fluid handling systems. This is particularly useful for designs operating at low Reynolds numbers, where smooth, laminar flow is desired and turbulence is minimal.
How does FLUI'DEVICE differ from other calculators?
FLUI'DEVICE is a comprehensive online platform dedicated to your microfluidic design needs. It boasts a continuously growing library of microfluidic geometries, allowing you to tackle complex designs with ease. Unlike other online calculators limited to simple geometries, FLUI'DEVICE empowers you to perform hydrodynamics calculations on intricate designs.
How accurate is FLUI'DEVICE?
FLUI'DEVICE supports design precision down to 1 micron, which is sufficient for most microfluidic applications. For 3D export and fabrication, you can be confident in its exceptional accuracy , reaching a staggering 0.0001 micron for position and dimension. The flow calculator's accuracy naturally varies based on the Reynolds Number and the complexity of your system. However, the FLUI'DEVICE team is constantly working to improve its capabilities, ensuring reliable results for your microfluidic channel design.
What are the limitations of FLUI'DEVICE?
While FLUI'DEVICEe offers advanced functionalities similar to Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software, it doesn't utilize the finite element method employed by more sophisticated programs. Instead, it assigns specific microfluidic behaviors to each block within its library. This approach delivers reliable results but may not provide highly localized, point-specific information within the device. Additionally, FLUI'DEVICE currently focuses on hydrodynamic calculations, primarily providing flow rate and pressure data. However, there are rumors of upcoming features that could expand its functionalities.
Can I import my designs into FLUI'DEVICE?
Currently, FLUI'DEVICE relies on its library of blocks to generate designs and doesn't support the import of 2D or 3D files from external software.
Can I export my design to other software?
Absolutely! FLUI'DEVICE allows you to export your designs in two formats:
2D .SVG files: Compatible with most graphic software, allowing for further editing after
export.
3D .STL files: Usable in various CAD, CFD, and CAM software for seamless integration with
your preferred design workflow. However, be aware that some CAD applications might encounter
compatibility issues with .STL files.
What features does FLUI'DEVICE offer to help with microfluidic design?
FLUI'DEVICE offers a suite of features designed to streamline your microfluidic design
process, including:
Flow rate calculator: Calculate the flow rate within your microfluidic design.
Reynolds number calculator: Determine the Reynolds number to assess the flow regime (laminar
vs. turbulent).
Pressure drop calculator: Estimate pressure drop across your microfluidic channels.