BioPrinters
TISSUE SCRIBE
Tissue Scribe is the industry's most affordable bioprinter. Get yours today!
Precision 4-Start Leadscrew
The nozzle on Tissue Scribe features a four start leadscrew that provides high precision motion that allows for accurate material deposition while printing.
Standard BD Syringes
All models uses standard luer-lock BD Syringes that can be found in your research laboratory. No additional cost for nozzle cartridges. Currently there are 3 models available (1mL, 3mL, 10mL).
Luer-lock Tips
We understand that scientist needs variations. Our printer uses ALL types of luer-lock tips: long, short, plastic, metal, curved. This wide range of nozzle tips can print small to large filaments, high to low viscosities.
Open Source Interfaces
Tissue Scribe is high compatible with most open source 3D Printing software. 3D Cad models, G-codes, and manual control are fully accepted. Instructions are provided to set-up your printer with two of the most popular software today
Temperature Control
When printing cells and even polymers, temperature plays a critical role. Tissue Scribe allows for accurate control of the nozzle and the platform/print bed. Each component are independently controlled and are tuned for quick heat-ups.
NO Pneumatics
Gone are the need for pumps, air lines, and most of all, that loud compressor. Tissue Scribe is 100% electro-mechanical. There is no need to play with a regulator to get repeatable result. The say settings will work ALWAYS, cold, hot, humid, or dry.
Overview
Tissue Scribe is a single nozzle 3D bioprinter. This printer can print a variety of materials, including, but is not limited to; gelatin, Gelatin-MA, alginate, chitosan, collagen, silicone rubber, PDMS, pluronic, etc. This printer has a small footprint for portability and can be placed in a biosafety cabinet for 100% sterile printing. If you’re in the biofabrication field or are now trying to bioprint, this is a must have.
There are 3 models available. The difference between each model is the nozzle type. There are 3 types of nozzles: 1mL, 3mL, and 10mL. The nozzles are interchangeable. If your printing needs changes and you now require a smaller or larger volume, you can upgrade by purchasing the nozzle only. Each nozzle is build with precision in mind. The nozzle can push and retract. Retraction is critical when making sharp turns, when printing thick material that creates a “back pressure” within the syringe. Back pressure is when the plunger of the syringe stops moving but material still flows through the tip. The interchangable luer-lock tips allows for more control on the width of material printed. Uniquely only to Tissue Scribe is the adaptability of the nozzle. The nozzle offers a secondary platform to easily calibrate and change the Z physical zero point. This allows for the use of various tip lengths.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Type: Single Head 3D Bioprinter
Build Platform: Aluminum Heat Bed
No. of Bio-head: 1
Nozzle: 10mL or 3 mL or 1 mL BD Syringe with luer-lock tip (tip size may vary)
Max Print Speed: 20mm/sec (Higher speeds may results in loss of detail)
Print Precision: 0.05-0.2mm (viscosity of material and Nozzle tip size dependent)
Optimal Layer Height: 0.043, 0.087, 0.131, 0.175, 0.218, 0.262, 0.306
Build Size: 100*120*80mm (3.9“ x 4.7” x 3.1“)
Max Hotend Temp: 70°C
Max Bed Temp: 60°C
Precision: X / Y axis 0.02mm, Z axis 0.045mm
Materials: Hydrogels, anything that can be extruded from a syringe
Connectivity: MicroSD card, Mirco USB connector
Baud Rate USB: Any is okay. 115200 Works without issue. Higher rate should work also.
Display: IPS color LCD screen (non touch)
AC Adapter Input Power: 100 ~ 220 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Input Power: 12VDC, 7A
Maximum Power Consumption: 84W
Input File: GC, GCODE (STL & OBJ files must be converted to G-code)
Compatibility: Windows, MacOS, Linux
Dimensions: (H x W x D) 14” x 11.3 x 7.5“ (356 x 287 x 191 mm)
Max feed rates (mm/s): X150.00, Y150.00, Z1.50, E50.00
Max Acceleration (mm/s^2): X800 Y800 Z20 E10000
MODELS
1mL Nozzle
Bioprinter with a 1mL Print Head
- Use for material when is limited and you are working with small volumes
3mL Nozzle
Bioprinter with a 3mL Print Head
- Provides up to 3 mL of materials for printing. Excellent for relatively low material supply...
10 mL Nozzle
Bioprinter with a 10mL Print Head
- Most popular. Used with small to large print job. Provides a significant print volume
PHOTO GALLERY
VIDEOS
DEMOSTRAting the printer's capabilities
Seen in the video on the left, this is one of the first prototype units demonstrating the printing capabilities of the Tissue Scribe Bioprinter. Enhanced capabilities are now available on our newest generations of Tissue Scribe Bioprinters! (video link: https://youtu.be/SI-LXdmVnwQ)
precision nozzle control
This video demonstrates the precision control of the nozzle. The 4 start leadscrew is an industry leader in motion actuation. This coupled with the two linear 8mm bearings allows for smooth forward and backwards control of the print head. The push/pull action provides the enduser with the ability to extrude and retract which eliminates any back pressure within the BD syringe. (video link: https://youtu.be/PNZ8AFwROtQ)
Understanding the world of 4D materials
Seen in the video on the left, this user is printing a 4D polymer. This researcher developed a new 4D material that is sensitive to blue light. In order to study the material, a thin film is need. Tissue Scribe is used here to print this thin film. (video link: https://youtu.be/nbOT-eceamU)
PRINTIng CIRCULAR CONSTRUCTS WITH INFILLS
This video demonstrates the precision control of the nozzle. Two circular constructs are printed followed by an infill between the two circles. The material’s viscosity is similar to toothpaste. This shows that “high” viscosity materials can be printed using the Tissue Scribe Bioprinter. (video link: https://youtu.be/3ITOPC8y_kQ)