Thermo Cycler

We completed the re-design of a Thermo cycler in just two weeks. We utilized our knowledge of injection molding to reduce the number of plastic parts. We saved our customer $60,000.00 in tooling costs by combining plastic parts, and modifying parting lines. In addition, we designed the molds and worked with the molder to provide our customer with the best plastic parts. Next, we teamed up with the electronics supplier to mount all circuit boards in desired locations. The internal thermal design was revised with an additional fan, a thermal electric chip, a new heat sink, a new machined aluminum tube block, new sheet metal parts, and a heating pad in the unit lid. We also designed a new aluminum tube block with lower thermal resistance so that it would respond faster to the heating and cooling cycles. We sourced the machined aluminum tube block, as well as the sheet metal parts. While the injection molded tools were being built, a complimentary assembly was created used sheet metal housings. The sheet metal housings were available in two weeks, and allowed our customer to ship product while the injection molded tools were finished.