Graduated Pipette Tips

Whether you are new to graduated pipette applications or have been using them for years, you are sure to need a good set of Graduated Pipette Tips. Learn more about Volumetric, Non-barrier, and pipette tips and what you should look for in a pipette. Listed below are the tips that you'll need to make your experiments go smoothly. These tips apply to all types of pipette, so you're sure to find one that will suit your needs.

Volumetric pipettes

While there are advantages to both types of pipettes, volumetrics are far more precise than graduated tips. Unlike graduated pipettes, which have fixed measurements, volumetrics can vary according to the specific volume. Therefore, users may need different sizes of these pipettes for different lab procedures. However, most volumetric pipettes are standardized, and they come in several shapes and sizes. To select the right one for your needs, it is important to consider the following features.

One of the most popular types of graduated pipettes is the small transfer pipettes. These are perfect for single-use liquid transfers. Made of one-piece polyethylene, they are both sterile and unbreakable. The graduated tips allow for precise drop placement and reproducible spotting. To use volumetric pipettes, first choose a size that fits the liquid that you are transferring. This way, you can easily set the correct amount of liquid and avoid wasteful mistakes.

Some pipettes come with a rubber bulb to help with measuring the volume. It is possible to adjust the volume of the liquid by holding the pipette upright. However, it is important to make sure the pipette has been rinsed properly before using it. If the pipette is not set properly, the liquid will be released too much. Another way to control the volume is to hold it upright and squeeze the pipette.

Non-barrier pipette tips

Many benefits come with using Non-barrier graduated pipette tip. These tips feature markings on the side that make it easy to see the volume of liquid at the tip. They also remind the pipette user to be attentive to technique. Incorrect pipetting technique can cause repetitive stress injury and joint damage. Ergonomic tips can minimize the risk of repetitive stress injury, as they reduce insertion and ejection forces.

The Non-barrier tip is used for routine applications in laboratories, and it is cheaper than the Barrier tips. These tips come in bulk, pre-racked, and convenient reloads. Most of these are non-sterile, but they can be sterilized by autoclave. This type of pipette tip is often preferred in non-sensitive applications, such as loading agarose gels and isolating plasmid DNA.

The accuracy and precision of Non-barrier pipette tips is the main consideration when choosing a tip for a particular application. The difference in shape and fit will affect the accuracy. A poor seal can allow air or liquid to escape, and the volume dispensed may not be accurate. A good seal is crucial to the precision of a pipette, so be sure to select the right tip for your needs.

Capp pipette tips

If you're in the market for a quality micropipette tip, look no further than Capp's selection. Available in racked, bulk and reload systems, these tips are guaranteed to prevent cross contamination and protect you from infectious and radioactive materials. And because they're made of virgin polypropylene, they're compatible with most pipettes. The 96-well standard pipette, 8 and 12 channel pipettes, and 384-well microplates are all compatible with CAPP tips.

With an ultra-low retention tip, you can confidently handle sample volumes. There's no waste, and there's no sample loss. Unlike traditional tips, you can dispense the entire sample without any wasted liquid. Low-retention CAPP pipette tips also help prevent operator errors, ensuring reproducibility and quality. What's more, they're made in sterile environments to guarantee safety and quality.

 Filtered pipette tips have low retention, with dimensional consistency within 0.1% and 0.5-0.7% of the set volume. The softer collar ensures an airtight seal for pipettes. The expellPlus barrier tips contain no additives, so they're the perfect choice for low volume applications. Whether your lab uses liquids, slurries, or even plasma,  filtered pipette tips are sure to be a welcome addition to your laboratory.