Description
TopPette 8-channel 0.5-10 µL PipetteProduct Type: Manual pipette
Research-grade liquid handling platform
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Supplier: Atomfair
Brand: ATOMFAIR®
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The lower half of this pipette is autoclavable where indicated, requiring sterilization cycles compatible with polypropylene and stainless steel components. Calibration must be verified after each autoclave cycle to maintain ISO 8655-2 traceability.
- Sterilization Compatibility: Only the lower half of the pipette is autoclavable; the upper assembly must not be exposed to steam sterilization.
- Calibration Drift After Sterilization: Autoclaving may alter systematic and random error values, requiring recalibration before next use.
This procedure covers autoclaving the lower half of the pipette and verifying calibration per ISO 8655-2. Perform these steps after each sterilization cycle to ensure accurate liquid handling.
Required Equipment: Autoclave capable of 121°C cycle, Calibration balance with 0.1 mg resolution, Distilled water at 20-25°C
- Disassemble pipette
Separate the lower half from the upper assembly by unscrewing the coupling nut. - Autoclave lower half
Place the lower half in an autoclave and run a standard 121°C cycle for 20 minutes. - Air-dry and reassemble
Allow the sterilized components to cool and dry completely before reattaching to the upper assembly. - Perform gravimetric calibration check
Aspirate and dispense distilled water at each test volume (10, 5, and 1 µL) onto a calibration balance to measure delivered mass. - Adjust if systematic error exceeds limits
If measured systematic error deviates from ISO 8655-2 tolerances, adjust the calibration mechanism per manufacturer instructions.
How does the pipette's accuracy and precision at the minimum volume (0.5 µL) compare to the specified test volumes of 1, 5, and 10 µL?
The manufacturer provides systematic and random error data only for test volumes of 1, 5, and 10 µL. For the 0.5 µL minimum, no specific error values are listed in the technical specifications. Users should expect that accuracy and precision may degrade below the tested range, and in-lab verification is recommended to ensure reliable performance.
What pipette tip types are compatible with the TopPette 8-channel 0.5-10 µL pipette, and are there any restrictions?
The product description lists 'Configuration Support: Confirm compatible tips' before ordering but does not specify particular tip brands or models. The 8-channel format and 0.5-10 µL volume range require tips designed for multichannel pipettes in that range, typically 10 µL filter or standard tips. Contacting Atomfair technical support is advised to verify proper tip fit and avoid leakage or poor sealing.
What are the sterilization and autoclaving guidelines for the TopPette 8-channel pipette?
The pipette's lower half is autoclavable where indicated, while the upper half is not. Users should follow the manufacturer's instructions for specific autoclaving cycles and ensure that only the designated lower half is sterilized. Calibration must be verified after autoclaving to maintain accuracy, as stated in the product's sterilization suitability note.
This 8-channel manual pipette offers parallel liquid handling in the 0.5-10 µL range with 0.1 µL increment, suitable for microplate and PCR workflows. The lower half is autoclavable, and calibration is traceable to ISO 8655-2, but users must confirm tip compatibility and calibration requirements before use.
Positive
- 8-channel parallel liquid handling: Enables simultaneous reagent transfer for microplate loading, PCR plate preparation, and ELISA workflows, increasing throughput for repeated parallel tasks.
- Autoclavable lower half for sterilization: The lower half of the pipette can be autoclaved, allowing effective decontamination without compromising the entire instrument, suitable for aseptic laboratory protocols.
Trade-offs
- Requires confirmation of tip compatibility: The user must independently verify that tips are compatible with the 0.5-10 µL range and 8-channel format to ensure proper fit and measurement accuracy.
- Only lower half autoclavable: Sterilization is limited to the lower half; the upper assembly is not autoclavable, which may restrict full decontamination options for certain applications.
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