Description
TopPette 12-channel 20-200 µL PipetteProduct Type: Manual pipette
Research-grade liquid handling platform
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The TopPette 12-channel pipette requires specific handling for sterilization, tip compatibility, and calibration. Improper use may lead to inaccurate liquid transfer or damage to the instrument.
- Sterilization Constraint: Only the lower half of the pipette is autoclavable; the upper half must not be exposed to autoclave conditions.
- Tip Compatibility: Compatible pipette tips must be selected to ensure proper sealing, volume accuracy, and channel alignment.
- Calibration Requirement: User calibration must be performed per ISO 8655-2 using the specified test volumes to maintain systematic and random error within acceptable limits.
How does the systematic error of the TopPette 12-channel 20-200 µL pipette vary across the volume range, and what is the impact on low-volume accuracy at 20 µL?
The systematic error is specified at each test volume (200, 100, and 20 µL) in the included technical table, which is calibrated per ISO 8655-2. For low-volume accuracy at 20 µL, the pipette maintains documented error limits, but the exact values must be read from the table to assess suitability for high-precision workflows. The random error is also retained by test volume, providing a complete performance profile across the 20–200 µL range.
What tip compatibility requirements exist for the TopPette 12-channel pipette, and can any 200 µL multichannel tip be used reliably?
The pipette is designed for use with compatible 200 µL multichannel tips, and tip fit is critical for maintaining calibration accuracy and preventing leakage. The technical specifications note that the pipette should be selected based on compatible tips, indicating that not all tips may seal correctly. Users should confirm tip compatibility with their specific workflow and volume requirements, as the ISO 8655-2 calibration reference assumes proper tip matching.
Can the entire TopPette 12-channel pipette be autoclaved, or are there specific sterilization limitations?
Only the lower half of the pipette is autoclavable where indicated; the upper handle and volume adjustment mechanism must not be autoclaved. For sterilization, the lower assembly should be disassembled and autoclaved at standard conditions (e.g., 121°C for 20 minutes), then cooled and dried before reassembly. The product description explicitly states 'lower half autoclavable', so full-unit autoclaving is not supported.
The TopPette 12-channel 20-200 µL Pipette is a manually operated, lower-half-autoclavable multichannel pipette with a 1 µL increment and ISO 8655-2 calibration traceability, optimized for parallel reagent transfer in microplate, PCR, and ELISA workflows. Its systematic and random error specifications at 200, 100, and 20 µL test volumes enable method-specific accuracy assessment, though the entire assembly is not sterilizable and tip compatibility must be confirmed independently.
Positive
- Autoclavable lower half for sterilization: The pipette lower half can be autoclaved, supporting decontamination between biological or PCR workflows without requiring full disassembly of the entire instrument.
- 12-channel format for high-throughput parallel processing: The 12-channel configuration enables simultaneous pipetting into 96-well microplates, significantly reducing liquid handling time for ELISA, PCR plate preparation, and repeated reagent transfer applications.
Trade-offs
- Partial sterilization coverage only: Only the lower half of the pipette is autoclavable; the upper assembly cannot be sterilized, requiring careful handling or alternative decontamination methods for applications demanding full sterility.
- Dependent on compatible tip selection and calibration planning: Optimal performance requires selection of compatible tips and pre-planned calibration verification at the user's test volumes (200, 100, 20 µL), adding preparatory steps before routine use.
Every advanced material, component, equipment, and instrument in our catalog is backed by rigorous testing. We maintain strict internal quality management frameworks and align with CE conformity metrics to deliver transparent, reproducible performance data via our public open-science repository.
To request raw batch performance data, submit formal vendor registration paperwork, or execute a fast-turnaround R&D manufacturing loop, contact us at inquiry@atomfair.com.
Item is dispatched under the Atomfair Shipping & Delivery Framework (Free worldwide shipping on orders over $59 USD). Return is governed by the Atomfair Return & Refund Policy (7-day technical return window).
