Custom Microfabrication & Micro-Machining Services
MIRK Systems provides state-of-the-art custom microfabrication, micro-milling, micro-EDM, and microfluidic chip fabrication. We manufacture ultra-precise sub-millimeter geometries with tolerances down to ±1.0 µm and mirror surface finishes ($Ra < 0.05\,\mu ext{m}$) across metals, polymers, silicon, and ceramics for academic research and high-tech industry.
Comprehensive Microfabrication Service Lines
From single prototype validation to high-precision batch fabrication, our micro-foundry supports complex multi-material micro-structures.
Ultra-Precision Micro-Milling
3-axis and 5-axis high-speed micro-milling using micro-endmills down to $20\,\mu ext{m}$ diameter. Ideal for complex 3D micro-surfaces, cavities, and sharp micro-pins.
- • Spindle Speed: Up to 60,000 RPM
- • Min Tool Diameter: 0.020 mm (20 µm)
- • Positioning: Direct optical linear scales
Micro-EDM & Micro-Holes
Non-contact electrical discharge machining for hardened steels, tungsten carbide, and conductive ceramics. Capable of drilling deep micro-holes down to $25\,\mu ext{m}$ diameter.
- • Min Hole Diameter: Ø 0.025 mm (25 µm)
- • Aspect Ratio: Up to 20:1 depth-to-width
- • Zero Mechanical Stress: Burr-free edges
Microfluidics & Lab-on-a-Chip
Machining intricate fluidic networks, serpentine channels, droplet generators, and reaction chambers in PMMA, COC, Glass, PDMS, and Silicon.
- • Channel Widths: 15 µm to 1,000 µm
- • Optical Clarity: Polished optical channels
- • Solvent & Thermal Bonding: Leak-proof
Micro-Nozzles & Orifices
Fabrication of high-precision liquid dispensing orifices, aerosol spray nozzles, optical pinhole apertures, and calibration micro-restrictors.
- • Orifice Geometry: Conical, cylindrical, stepped
- • High-Pressure Rating: Up to 500 bar rated
- • Materials: 316L SS, Ruby, PEEK, Titanium
Custom Micro-Array Tooling
Custom CAD-to-master die fabrication for microneedle research. We machine high-density micro-needle pyramids, obelisks, and cones with tip radii < 5 µm.
- • Tip Sharpness: $r_{ ext{tip}} < 5\,\mu ext{m}$
- • Array Density: Up to 1,000+ needles/cm²
- • Tooling: 316L Stainless & PDMS Molds
3D Optical Metrology & QA
Every fabricated micro-part is fully measured using non-contact white-light interferometry, confocal 3D surface scanning, and laser profilometry with certified reports.
- • Vertical Resolution: 0.1 nm non-contact
- • Surface Roughness: ISO 25178 3D parameters
- • Deliverable: Full CMM / Profiler Certificate
Supported Materials & Machining Specifications
We precision machine an extensive range of metals, engineering polymers, and hard substrates.
- • 316L / 304 Stainless Steel (Medical Grade)
- • Titanium Grade 5 (Ti-6Al-4V)
- • Aluminum 6061-T6 / 7075-T6
- • High-Conductivity Copper & Brass
- • Tungsten Carbide & Hardened Tool Steels (D2, H13)
- • Inconel & Nickel Superalloys
- • PMMA (Acrylic) & Optical Polycarbonate
- • PEEK & Carbon-Reinforced PEEK
- • COC / COP (Cyclic Olefin Copolymers)
- • Medical-Grade PDMS Silicone (Sylgard 184)
- • PTFE (Teflon) & Delrin (POM-C)
- • Biocompatible Polyimide & UHMWPE
- • Silicon (Si) Wafers & Polished Substrates
- • Fused Silica & Quartz Glass
- • Borosilicate Glass (Pyrex / Schott)
- • Alumina (α-Al2O3) & Zirconia Ceramics
- • Silicon Carbide (SiC) Plates
- • Custom Laser-Cut Sapphire Windows
Seamless 4-Step Microfabrication Process
CAD & DFM Review
Upload your STEP, IGES, or DXF files. Our micro-machining engineers perform tool accessibility, aspect ratio, and tolerance DFM analysis within 24 hours.
Toolpath & CAM Setup
Generation of sub-micron precision 5-axis CAM toolpaths, micro-tool selection, and specialized vibration-damped fixturing design.
Micro-Machining
High-speed micro-milling or micro-EDM execution in a climate-controlled clean workshop with real-time cutting load telemetry.
Metrology & Dispatch
3D optical profilometry inspection, cleanroom packaging, and express institutional shipment with full metrology certificate.
Request a Custom Microfabrication Proposal
Submit your project specifications or CAD files. We provide formal institutional quotes, DFM feedback, and estimated turnaround within 24 hours.