MV-1 Technical Specifications

Overall dimensions

4.40 x 4.40 x 2.23 mm

Body material

PMMA, PC, or COP

Wetted material

COC elastomer

Default position

Normally open

Total internal volume *

1.5 µL

Actuation displacement volume

~ .5 µL

Actuation method

Externally applied air pressure

Actuation pressure

1750 mbar for liquid pressures up to 700 mbar
3500 mbar for liquid pressures between 700-2000 mbar

Compatible media

Aqueous solutions, polar organic solvents, acids and bases, fluorinated oils and surfactants

Device assembly method

Laser welded

* Reported internal volume includes all wetted features including the fluidic inlet and outlet

Response time **

< 50 ms

Maximum compatible particle size

40 µm

Maximum operating temperature

45 °C

Expected lifetime

> 1 x 10⁶ cycles

** Response time may be limited by the solenoid valve used to supply actuation pressure