====== Thinky ARE-310 Mixer ======

^                         Thinky Mixer                          ^
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| **Tool Type:**                  PDMS                           |
| **Location:**                   Microfluidics Lab                           |



| **Description:**                PDMS mixing tool                           |
| **Manufacturer:**               Thinky                           |

Last updated 9/13/22 Haley
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===== About =====
The Thinky Mixer is one of the PDMS tools in the Microfluidics lab. This machine is used for mixing and
de-aerating the elastomers that are used in fabrication of microfluidic devices. The mixing time and
revolution speed of the device can be programmed using the machine’s controller interface.

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===== Safety Concerns =====

Goggles, gloves, a lab coat, long pants, and close-toed shoes should be worn while operating this machine. Long hair should be tied back. Review Sylgard 184 resin SOP before handling. 

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===== Training Documentation =====

{{ :tools:thinkymixer:thinky_are-310_mixer_programming_handout.pdf |}}

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===== Detailed Specifications =====

  * 310g capacity
  * Centrifugal force of over 400G
  * Cold-insulated, heat-resistant adapter enables support of various material characteristics
  * Memory and step-operation functions for controlling and executing operating condition
  * 2 modes of mixing and deaeration achieve dispersion and deaeration of high-viscosity materials in a small amount of time

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===== Reference Documentation =====
{{:tools:thinkymixer:thinky_are-310_mixer_manual.pdf|}}

[[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7lsAd9Uu_vA&feature=youtu.be|Using the Thinky Mixer (video)]]

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