Micro-Macro Connection for Microfluidic Systems and Use of an Electrical Leak Detection Device

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This invention relates to a connection interface that links microfluidic devices with larger systems, incorporating an electrical leak detection device. Conductive tracks surround the connection area and are arranged so that, if a conductive liquid escapes and bridges a gap in the tracks, an electric signal is generated to indicate a leak. This technology is especially suitable for use in microfluidic chips.

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• Leak detection in lab-on-a-chip devices for medical diagnostics
• Quality assurance and safety monitoring in microfluidic manufacturing processes
• Integration into micro-dosing systems in pharmaceuticals and chemical analysis
• Fluid management systems in biotechnology and life science research

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• Provides early detection of leaks in sensitive microfluidic systems
• Enhances safety by reducing contamination and loss of reagents
• Improves reliability of microfluidic devices and connected systems
• Enables automated monitoring without manual inspection
• Facilitates safer handling of hazardous or expensive fluids in research

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The invention relates to a micro-macro connection for microfluidic systems and the use of an electrical leak detection device. According to the invention, a micro-macro connection of a microfluidic system is equipped with an electrical leak detection device. In this case, conductor tracks with an interruption of the circuit, which can generate an electrical signal when the circuit is closed by an electrically conductive liquid that has leaked out, are arranged around a micro-macro connection. The leak detection is particularly suitable for microfluidic chips.