Rainin Pipettes are handheld mechanical instruments used in life science laboratories to transfer precise volumes of liquid samples. They come in both manual and electronic models.
The type of pipette you need depends on the liquid sample types and your workflow. Some factors to consider are the number of aliquots, the sample viscosity, and the pipetting technique.
Rainin XLS+ manual pipettes combine cutting-edge engineering and innovation to offer exceptional performance with a remarkable feel. Their state-of-the-art wet seals, corrosion-resistant tip ejectors, and liquid ends that can be autoclaved all contribute to their outstanding reliability. They have a lower spring force and “stiction-less” elastomeric seal technology to reduce fatigue and the risk of repetitive strain injury (RSI). They are also easy on the hands with a light design that uses low-force springs and a finger hook to keep the pipette in place.
This patented system provides a plunger stroke that is smooth and precise, requiring less force than ever to operate. This is ideal for applications that require delicate control, preventing the risk of sample contamination. The redesigned liquid end also prevents jumping or jerking when dispensing, minimizing the potential for air bubbles to form in samples and increasing repeatability.
XLS+ multichannel pipettes have an industry-leading channel-to-channel consistency and are among the most ergonomic multichannel pipettes in the market. They are lightweight, engineered for use with either hand and feature a sure-fit handle with light springs and a patented LiteTouch System(tm) that reduces the chance of RSI. They work with a variety of tips and can be easily adjusted with analog dial-adjusted volume control.
The redesigned XLS+ multichannel pipettes are up to 35% lighter making them easier to maneuver and easy on the hands even after hours of pipetting. They are easy on the fingers and thumb with an integrated finger hook for comfortable gripping. XLS+ pipettes have an onboard RFID that supports advanced calibration tracking and asset management.
This new series of XLS+ single-channel pipettes offers the highest accuracy and precision of any manual pipette available. They are easy on your hands with a soft, lightweight, ergonomic design that uses lower spring forces and a unique finger hook to help keep the pipettor in place between measurements. The snag-proof lock prevents accidental volume drift and is simple to adjust with the thumb while wearing gloves. The XLS+ series is compatible with the new LTS tip shafts that reduce the force required to hold and retract the plunger to eliminate fatigue and increase accuracy.
Pipet-Plus
The Pipet-Plus single-channel micropipette offers precision and reliability for your lab work. It can handle a range of volumes, and its LTS shaft design ensures that your samples won’t be dropped or damaged. Its ergonomic design provides comfort for extended pipetting sessions, and it can help reduce fatigue in the hands. It also has built-in controls that improve experiment consistency. This pipette can be used for GLP and GMP applications.
The Rainin Pipet-Plus is a manual pipette that features an advanced latch trigger mechanism and aspiration rate controller to make it more precise than other pipettes. It also uses a light spring and tip ejector to reduce pipetting forces. These features can help reduce the risk of cumulative trauma disorders and improve the accuracy of pipetting from sample to sample. It is also easy to use and can be used by multiple users in the same lab.
Another feature of the Pipet-Plus is its Optiload technology, which allows the tips to be loaded and ejected with minimal force. This reduces the risk of repetitive strain injuries and ensures that all the tips are properly attached to the tip cones. This pipette also includes a replaceable Safe-Cone Filter inside the tip cone, which prevents aerosols and fluids from penetrating the pipette.
A key feature of the Rainin Pipet-Plus is its piston latch. The piston latch locks at the zero point where the plunger is depressed to the start of aspiration. This ensures that the user can easily find and set their zero position, and it minimizes errors due to varying piston speeds.
In addition to its patented latch mode, the Pipet-Plus pipettes offer other advanced features that can help improve lab efficiency. The aspiration rate controller can be adjusted to vary the speed of aspiration, which allows for greater control over the aspiration process. This can be particularly useful for high-viscosity liquids.
The iPette Plus is an LED digital single-channel electronic pipettor that offers both multi-dispensing and series dispensing. It has a simple interface, easy-to-use analog dial, and color-coded caps to make identification easier. It also has a powerful battery, and a convenient wall AC charging stand.
BioClean
BIO-CLEAN is a unique combination of natural bacteria and enzymes that digest organic waste found in your plumbing system. It does not have any effect on inorganic materials like plastic pipes and is safe for people, plumbing and the environment. BIO-CLEAN does not produce heat, fumes or boiling, making it a safer and more environmentally friendly alternative to chemical products.
BIO-CLEAN can be used in kitchen, bath & floor drains, garbage disposals, laundry sinks and washer drains. It eats away the build up that causes clogged drains and eliminates foul odors. BIO-CLEAN is safe for septic systems and can be added to regular tank treatments.
Every year people spend MILLIONS of dollars on products that do not solve their drain problems. BIO-CLEAN is different because it REMOVES the cause of the problem instead of just covering it up or masking it.
This powerhouse gunk killer is a combination of natural bacteria and enzymes that are safe for your pipes, people and pets. It digests the dead organic matter that causes clogged drains, garbage disposals, laundry sinks & washing machines. It does not contain any chemicals or bleaches which corrode pipes and can kill beneficial bacteria that live in the drain system.
It starts eating away at the waste on contact and is activated by water flow. It digests grease, hair, soap film and food particles and turns them into carbon dioxide and mineral ash that plants can use. It can even digest the paper and cotton that clogs your disposal. The bacteria and enzymes also break down sludge and scum that builds up in your septic tank and clogs the drain field.
Most septic systems are not functioning properly because chemicals, bleaches, detergents, anti-bacterial soaps, food preservatives and bowl cleaners inhibit or kill the bacterial action that makes a septic system work. This allows solids to flow out of the tank and clog the drain field. BIO-CLEAN will restore the necessary bacterial action and make your system run at full efficiency.
Pipette Tips
The right pipette tips are essential for maintaining the precision and accuracy of even the best-calibrated pipettes. The wrong type of tip can cause sample loss, contamination or even physical harm in the form of repetitive stress injuries (RSI). To ensure the safety and efficiency of your lab, you need to choose the correct pipette tips for each experiment or test.
When choosing pipette tips, you need to consider the volume of liquid you will be handling and the compatibility with your multichannel pipettes. Standard tips are available in a variety of sizes and volumes, ranging from 1 to 1000 ul. Non-barrier, general or universal tips are typically used for everyday lab applications when sterility is not required. They are designed for use with chemicals that will not contaminate the pipette and can be used in a wide range of applications, including loading agarose gels or isolating plasmid DNA.
You should also choose the best tip for your specific application based on its chemical resistance and physical properties. The quality of pipette tips depends on several factors, including the injection molding process and physical integrity. The slightest batch-to-batch or within-batch variations, such as molding flash or streaking can adversely affect the quality of the tip. It is important to always gravimetrically test and compare pipette tips before purchasing them.
The choice of a pipette tip also depends on the types of samples you will be using in your experiments or tests. For example, if you are handling cell samples or other dense fluids, you may want to choose a tip with a wide orifice. This feature will help eliminate cell shearing and flow resistance.
Another useful feature is a low retention pipette tip. This type of tip has a special surface treatment that minimizes sample adhesion to the polypropylene tube and enhances fluid movement. This increases your pipetting accuracy and ensures a consistent transfer of reagents from the tip to the sample.
Other features to consider include graduated, filtered and ergonomic tips. Graduated tips have scale markings on their side, which can help you measure the exact volume of liquid aspirated or ejected from your pipette. Filtered tips are certified to be free of DNA, RNase, DNase, endotoxin, protein and ATP, which protects your samples from contamination. Ergonomic tips require lower insertion and ejection forces to reduce the risk of RSIs.