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Meet NAZCA, our all-in-one precision printing system for prototyping and low-volume production.

A tribute to the Nazca geoglyphs in Peru, one of which depicts a hummingbird.

NAZCA tabletop HPCaP printing system, door closed
NAZCA opening its door, 3D animation

NAZCA puts HPCaP’s precision in the hands of R&D and process engineering teams, so you can develop, test, and produce directly in your lab.


From semiconductors and displays to biosensors, move from first prototypes to small production runs without relying on external manufacturing.

NAZCA key features

Resolution & precision

From 80 to 0.6 µm

XY POSITION ACCURACY

500 nm

Versatile materials platform

Silver, gold, copper, graphene, polymers, and more, all on the same machine

Viscosity range

From 1 to 550,000 cP, a range inkjet can’t touch

Substrate FLEXIBILITY

Si, SiO2, Si3N4 wafers, glass, and flexible substrates, and more

Shape & pattern freedom

Lines, circles, gratings, dots, and 3D pillars, all in one process

MAXIMUM PRINTING RANGE

160 x 160 mm deposition span compatible with 6-inch wafer

Print speed

Deposition speed up to 2 mm/s

Print with NAZCA in 5 Steps: A Simple HPCaP Workflow

The ink is easily loaded using the Hummink CentrifugInk, and the substrate is then simply positioned on the table, with no mask or specific preparation required. Both flat and non-planar substrates are compatible.

The pattern can be created or imported directly into the NAZCA software, built to streamline the prototyping workflow.

The system automatically tunes the pipettes oscillation frequency, ensuring stable and reproducible printing conditions.

the pipette deposits the ink precisely by capillarity with sub-micron precision. Any pattern shape can be printed, from simple lines to complex designs and pillars.

The integrated live camera allows, accurate positioning, real-time monitoring and immediate quality control of the printing.
The prototype is ready

Pattern design & import

Pipette filling and substrate loading

Autotune

Printing

Inspection & validation

Specs are only half the story.
Here’s what makes NAZCA effortless to run.

All-in-one
intuitive software

NAZCA calibrates itself before every run. Fewer manual adjustments mean less time setting up and more time printing.

A built-in high-magnification camera lets you watch your pattern as it’s deposited, and adjust on the fly, no guesswork, no surprises after the fact.

Fine-tune every parameter, from ink flow to positioning, and connect directly to your AFM workflows, so R&D and production run on the same tools.

Calibration, handled automatically

Every detail in real time

One workflow, from lab to line

Keep R&D and production in-house with our tabletop machine

NAZCA fits on a standard lab bench

Bringing the process in-house means tighter control over yield, faster iteration, and lower cost per run than outsourcing ever allows.

No Cleanroom

No Subcontractor

No Waiting on a fab’s schedule

Two Hummink engineers at work on a NAZCA tabletop printer

In their own words

Pr Aaron Franklin

My team was amazed by how easy the NAZCA tabletop is to use! Usually, a system with as many options as the NAZCA has would take several printing sessions to enable someone to successfully print on their own; for NAZCA, it only took me one training. We are looking forward to exploring many uncharted paths to direct-printed electronics using this system!

Aaron Franklin

Professor at Duke University

Pr Vincent Noël

Hummink’s technology offers unique manufacturing possibilities by allowing various materials to be deposited at scales inaccessible with existing technologies in our laboratory as well as in the market. We have thus acquired their NAZCA equipment to carry out numerous research projects in microelectronics, with a strong industrial dimension.

Vincent Noel

Professor at Université Paris Cité

Frequently asked questions

Is post-treatment done within the NAZCA?

No, post-treatment is performed separately, after the printing phase.

What types of substrates can be printed on?

The NAZCA prints on substrates including silicon wafers, glass, flexible substrates, and more.

What is the maximum size of substrate?

The maximum substrate size for a standalone NAZCA is 6 inches.

What patterns can be printed with the NAZCA?

NAZCA prints lines, bumps, pillars, and other user-defined shapes.

What is the XY positioning accuracy of the NAZCA?

The XY positioning accuracy is 500 nm.

Can the NAZCA be used as a prototyping machine?

Yes, the NAZCA’s advanced capabilities make it an excellent choice for rapid prototyping, enabling swift, precise prototype creation for a wide range of applications.

Which materials (inks) can be printed with the NAZCA?

The NAZCA is compatible with a range of inks, including conductive inks, polymers, and quantum dots. However, we can’t guarantee printability with other inks. Contact us if you want to check the compatibility of your ink with our technology. 

How can I monitor the printing process & ensure the right positioning of the pipette?

The NAZCA includes a high-magnification camera for real-time monitoring of the printing process and of tip positioning.

Can I import my own pattern design?

Yes. Patterns can be designed in the NAZCA software or imported as SVG or DXF files, which are converted to G-code.

Is the NAZCA compatible with clean rooms?

Yes, the NAZCA is compatible with the cleanroom environment.


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