When developing a new microfluidic assay card, it is helpful to be able to rapidly prototype and test design changes. As you fine-tune your application, you want to be able to easily experiment with different rates and timing when you move and mix reagents with the on-board valves and pumps. These on-board pneumatic devices can be reliably controlled with the ALine Development Platform (ADEPT).   
   
ADEPT is a programmable microfluidic controller that can operate up to 8 independent pneumatic valves. ADEPT offers both manual switches and software control with simple programs stored on an SD card. You have timed control of all the devices in the system. You can choose to control your microfluidic experiments with any combination of manual or software control. Programs are loaded from a computer and stored in a text file on a microSD card. ADEPT runs the stored programs without being connected to a computer. Mixed use of manual and software control gives you the flexibility you need.   
   
The ALine Development Platform consists of a controller unit, a pneumatic manifold, an XY stage, a microscope, and a camera. ADEPT is primarily used to control a microfluidic device pneumatically and observe its performance. The ADEPT platform is typically used for independent control of 8 to 16 valves, though it can be configured to control more than 32 independent valves if desired. The ADEPT controller is a modular system that can be easily expanded to meet user requirements, by adding more valve driver modules