Welcome to Camlab's blog page, where you will find all the latest insights and updates on pipettes, laboratory equipment, and liquid handling. Our team of experts has curated a collection of informative and engaging blogs from across the web to keep you up-to-date on the latest advancements in the field. Whether you are a seasoned researcher or just starting out, our blog page is the perfect resource for staying in the know about everything related to pipettes and liquid handling, and how it can impact your laboratory work.
Pipettes are used to transfer specific volumes of solutions from one place to another. These are used mainly in analytical and microbiology, cell biology, DNA analysis, PCR etc, where small volumes are used. Pipettes can come in fixed volumes or as variable volume so you can set the desired volume. Variable volume pipettes come in a particular volume range.
Varied volume pipettes by Socore...
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The pandemic has made achieving reliable results in a rapid timeframe is more important than ever. The Socorex Acura Electro is packed full of features to improve workflow for when every moment matters.
During the past ten months, the scientific knowledge on SARS-CoV-2 and the public health, economic and social impacts of the resulting pandem...
The Multipette M4 by Eppendorf is ideal for precision pipetting and repetitive dispensing series, offering exceptional accuracy even with difficult to pipette sample types such as those that are volatile or highly viscous. Not only that, but it's pipette tips, called Combitips, provide protection when pipetting toxic and hazardous substances and also prevent aerosol contamination as they are se...
Pipettes are probably found in every lab across the world. Eppendorf can be considered the leading global manufacturers of premium pipettes which are packed full of features making them not only highly accurate but also incredibly ergonomic and easy to use. Eppendorf provide a large range of different pipettes and other liquid handling products, including manual pipettes, electronic pipettes, s...
The following are some key points to remember when pipetting, they will help to improve your technique and results: Immersion It is important to ensure you do not immerse the pipette tip to far below the surface as it can cause the air in the tip to become compressed and too much liquid to be drawn up. Angle The pipette should be held vertically whilst pipetting, once again,...
There are basically two types of laboratory pipette:
Air displacement
Positive displacement
Air displacement pipettes are most commonly used in the laboratory for volumes greater than 100µl.
The Principles of Air displacement pipetting -
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Air displacement is adequate for any w...
Socorex have launched their new Qualitix program including an extended model selection covering most applications.
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Made from pure Polypropylene, the DNAse, RNase free, pyrogens/endotoxins and ATP free Qualitix provide a very high degree of purity. In addition sterile tips are certified human DNA free.
The novel tipfill rack filing system is intended for easy rack loadin...
Many tasks in the lab rely on accurate liquid volume measurement using a micropipette.
To keep the pipette accurate it should be stored properly - we've taken a look at how pipettes should be stored, and why.
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How to store micropipe...
A pipette is only as good as the user and the calibration checks that are carried out routinely to check for accuracy and precision. You will receive your new pipette with a calibration certificate, but this will need to be verified for continual use and the pipette kept in tip top condition if results are to be meaningful. In our experience the success of an experiment or a manufacturing proce...
Socorex are the leading Swiss supplier of quality precision pipettes and tips. If you want to avoid buying the wrong tips for your new pipette, buy both the pipettes and tips from the same manufacturer. Whilst it is possible to source after-market OEM varieties you cannot be sure that the tip you buy will fit the barrel of the pipettes correctly and then dispense the required volume accurately....
Acura Capillar 846 are new high performance positive displacement pipettes from Socorex. They are designed to handle viscous liquids, foaming solutions and volatile solvents.
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The Capillar 846 has a chemically inert ETFE (ethylene tetrafluoroethylene) tipped plunger materiel which offers excellent...
Acura®manual 865
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Hand-held, self-refilling micro-dispenser intended for repeat distribution of micro liter volumes. The carefully selected materials ensure durability
and resistance to aggressive media. This system is ideal for  repetitive inoculations and the preparation of micro-...
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I came across your article about "DPD Tablets" on Camlab Info, and it's a valuable resource for anyone seeking information about water testing and analysis using DPD tablets. Your explanation of their usage and significance in water quality monitoring is quite informative.
This article on nanocolor tube tests is a gem for analytical enthusiasts. The idea of zero calibration is intriguing, and your detailed explanation makes it accessible. The step-by-step process helps demystify the technique for beginners like me. The use cases you've highlighted, particularly in...
Grant have introduced the new Controlled Rate Freeze Thaw (CRFT), which is a liquid nitrogen and cryogen free controlled rate freeze and thaw system for cryopreservation in a wide range of applications. Cryopreservation is a process where biological materials such as cells, tissues...
A dipslide is a means of testing the microbial content of liquids. This is a common method of monitoring and measuring microbial activity within many systems and commonly cooling systems. Usually the use of a dipslide is the first line of defence for the testing of microbial issues that could be...
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Working with pressure/vacuum conditions in the lab is common but not all products are designed to withstand this. Products with appropriate geometry and wall thickness are suitable for working safely with pressure. For example, filtering flasks, desiccators, or flat flange vessels, as well as...
