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What happened so far - Part 1.

A project log for Microfluidic Aquarium Sea Water Test

How to measure all important chemical micro substances with a cheap, DIY microfluidic test device. Research in progress - follow my journey.

bastelbausBastelBaus 09/18/2023 at 18:570 Comments

My first tries have been two acrylic (=plexiglass) 6mm thick pieces where I milled in two tesla valves and a slot for a piezo buzzer. Screwed both parts together and glued the piezo in. Connected two 3mm (inner diameter) tubes and driving the peizo with an 12V PWM in frequencies up to 60kHz.

It pumped a bit bit overall it was not very successfull, so I continued my research. I also ordered some piezo's with divers used to generate mist which I might try at a later point ofg time.

Top view of Piezo Pump Trial

Bottom view of Piezo Pump Trial

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