Optimization of physical parameters of 'injected' metal electrodes for capacitively coupled contactless conductivity detection on poly(dimethylsiloxane) microchips

Abstract

Capacitively coupled contactless conductivity detection (C4D) and its integration with Lab-on-a-Chip (LOC) systems has been well studied. However, most reported methods require multi-step electrode patterning/ fabrication processes which in turn leads to difficulty in consistently aligning detection electrodes. These limitations have the potential to compromise analytical performance of the electrodes and increase the time and cost of device production. We have previously demonstrated a simplified approach for C4D electrode integration with poly(dimethylsiloxane) electrophoresis LOC devices by utilizing 'injected' gallium electrodes. The developed fabrication process is fast, highly reproduc..