Open-source syringe pump

[MOST]

This article explores a new open-source method for developing and manufacturing high-quality scientific equipment suitable for use in virtually any laboratory. A syringe pump was designed using freely available open-source computer aided design (CAD) software and manufactured using an open-source RepRap 3-D printer and readily available parts. The design, bill of materials and assembly instructions are globally available to anyone wishing to use them. Details are provided covering the use of the CAD software and the RepRap 3-D printer. The use of an open-source Raspberry Pi computer as a wireless control device is also illustrated. Performance of the syringe pump was assessed and the methods used for assessment are detailed. The cost of the entire system, including the controller and web-based control interface, is on the order of 5% or less than one would expect to pay for a commercial syringe pump having similar performance. The design should suit the needs of a given research activity requiring a syringe pump including carefully controlled dosing of reagents, pharmaceuticals, and delivery of viscous 3-D printer media among other applications.



Watch the presentation here:

For further information on how to build it and how to control, visit:
Open-source syringe pump - Appropedia: The sustainability wiki

Download the paper on:
https://www.academia.edu/8369549/Ope...e_Pump_Library

[Paul Jones]

Thank you for posting this and all the other recent MOST projects. This is a very interesting presentation about the R&D work at Michigan Technological University and developing a low cost 3-D printing and supporting infrastructure. Keep up the good work!

Regards,
Paul Jones

[DIYer]

Thanks MOST! We've added your Syringe Pump to our 3D Printing category,
as well as to your builder page: MOST's Homemade Tools. Your receipt:

Syringe Pump by MOST

tags: pump, 3D printing