Abstract
Novel user-friendly one touch fluidic tube connectors for microchips and microfluidic devices were developed. The characteristics of these microconnectors are as follows: i) one touch connection; ii) high pressure application (∼25MPa); iii) low dead volume; iv) O-ring less; v) high mechanical strength and chemical resistance. These novel microconnector were all-in-one structures (micro stainless tube, teflon tube, and leak free flange structure), so easy hand connection was achieved without any careful assembly. Copyright © 2005 by the Transducer Research Foundation, Inc.