Description
dPette+ 8-channel 15-300 µL PipetteProduct Type: 8-channel electronic pipette
Research-grade liquid handling platform
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The dPette+ 8-channel pipette requires periodic calibration at defined test volumes to maintain systematic and random error limits per ISO 8655-2. Only the lower half of the pipette is autoclavable; the upper assembly must not be subjected to steam sterilization.
- Calibration Requirements: Calibration must be performed at 300, 150, and 15 µL using gravimetric methods to verify the specified accuracy and precision.
- Sterilization Constraints: Only the lower half of the pipette is autoclavable; the upper assembly must not be subjected to steam sterilization.
- Tip Compatibility: Use only tips designed for 8-channel pipettes within the 15–300 µL range to ensure correct tip fit and avoid leakage.
How does the accuracy of the dPette+ 8-channel pipette vary across its volume range, and what are the implications for low-volume parallel dispensing?
Systematic error ranges from ±0.60% at 300 µL to ±4.00% at 15 µL, while random error ranges from ±0.30% at 300 µL to ±1.00% at 15 µL, according to the source's test volumes (300, 150, and 15 µL). This means relative accuracy degrades significantly at the lower end of the 15–300 µL range, so researchers should validate precision at their target volume, especially when dispensing 15 µL in parallel microplate or PCR workflows.
Can the entire dPette+ 8-channel electronic pipette be autoclaved, or only specific components?
Only the lower half of the dPette+ 8-channel pipette is autoclavable, as stated in the sterilization suitability specification. The electronic upper assembly should not be autoclaved, so users must follow the indicated partial sterilization procedure to prevent damage to the electronic components.
What calibration procedure does the dPette+ 8-channel pipette require, and how does it comply with ISO 8655-2?
The pipette includes a user calibration reference per ISO 8655-2, as indicated in the technical table. The source lists systematic and random error values at three test volumes (300, 150, and 15 µL) for calibration review, but does not specify the exact adjustment procedure. Operators should refer to the indicated ISO 8655-2 standard for method-specific volume matching and calibration planning.
The dPette+ 8-channel 15-300 µL pipette provides efficient parallel liquid handling for microplate and PCR workflows with autoclavable lower half and ISO 8655-2 calibration traceability, though the ±4% systematic error at 15 µL and partial autoclavability are operational constraints.
Positive
- Eight-channel parallel liquid handling: The 8-channel configuration enables simultaneous pipetting into 8 wells, significantly increasing throughput for microplate loading, PCR plate preparation, and ELISA workflows.
- Autoclavable lower half for sterility: The lower half of the pipette can be autoclaved, allowing decontamination between uses without compromising the entire instrument, suitable for aseptic techniques.
Trade-offs
- Upper half not autoclavable: Only the lower half is autoclavable; the upper assembly requires alternative cleaning methods, which may complicate complete sterilization.
- Higher systematic error at low volumes: At 15 µL, the systematic error is ±4.00%, which may limit precision for small-volume applications compared to the mid-range performance.
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