In the laboratory, a pipette is an essential tool as it helps transfer a precise amount of liquid for the experiments. However, lab technicians spend an enormous time pipetting, which can cause repetitive strain injury.
But with technological advancement, electronic pipette has come up, revolutionizing liquid handling in labs worldwide. It takes manual pipetting a step further but also fits every lab budget.
But there are various misconceptions about electronic pipettes.
A complicated piece of equipment
It is wrong. Electronic pipettes are simple to use, like smartphones. The best ones have a limited number of buttons to scroll through and are designed to be user-friendly and accessible. Some even have a full-color screen with text to guide you through the program setup.
Not charged when needed
People have a misconception that an electronic pipette requires charging. Well, most electronic pipettes have batteries that last thousands of pipette cycles. However, if you fail to charge them, no worries, they can be charged while working. You can keep another set of batteries charged and, when needed, replace and charge the previous batteries so that the batteries are always full. It will delay the lab work if they forget to put it on the charge.
Very expensive
Yes, an electronic pipette costs more than a manual pipette, but the price pays off quickly. It helps ease your workload as compared to a manual pipette. You work faster and more accurately, with few errors, making you more productive. The improvement in ergonomics is a plus point too. One electronic pipette can replace two manual pipettes as it has a broader volume range at better specifications.
Complicated to clean and sterilize
The electronic pipette is cleaned similarly to the manual pipette. Wipe it with isopropyl alcohol, ethanol, or any other commercially available disinfectant liquid.
You can sterilize the lower part of the pipette as it comes in contact with contaminants/liquids. Remove the piece and autoclave it as per the manufacturer’s instructions. You can also expose the electronic pipette to UV light for 30 to 60 minutes.
These are some of the misconceptions busted about electronic pipettes. So, without further ado, buy one for your lab and increase productivity while reducing muscle strain. To buy the electronic pipette or for more information, email info-usa@microlit.com. The experts will get in touch with you with the answers and help you choose the pipette and other lab equipment.
