Pipette Calibration
As pipettes are ubiquitous in many laboratory environments, taking care of these tools are a fundamental basis for the quality and precision of respective applications. In addition to cleaning and performing routine maintenance, pipette accuracy and precision should be checked at regular intervals. Smart solutions for pipette calibration can help laboratories achieve:
- Compliance according to ISO 8655:2022
- Fewer Errors
- Increased Efficiency
- Lower Calibration Costs
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Discover the future of pipette calibration this October.
The new Cubis® II MPS116S is a single, powerful system designed to deliver fast, reliable, and fully ISO 8655–compliant calibration for single-channel pipettes — from tiny 2 µL up to 5 mL.
With just one device instead of three, you’ll optimize valuable lab space, cut maintenance costs, and simplify setup at customer sites. Faster stabilization times ensure quicker results and therefor a higher troughput of calibrated pipettes per day, while the compact, mobile design allows for easy transport and rapid acclimatization.
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Pipette Calibration Solutions
Cubis® MPS
Cubis® MPS are instruments designed for pipette calibration. These highly specialized devices ensure compliance, fast stabilization time and support ergonomic handling during the calibration process.
Automatic Operation
Cubis® MPS comes with an automatic draft shield supporting touch-free and ergonomic workflows. The sensor recognizes the user approaching the moisture trap from a wide-angle range and ensures proper closing after the dispense. It closes again only if the user removes the pipette.
A Complete Calibration Lab in One
Cubis® MPS is a standalone solution for climate data management and water temperature control. It can be equipped with a climate tower and temperature-controlled liquid reservoir. Workflows are integrated to guide users through the pipette calibration routine (acc. to ISO 8655:2022), calculate weight values into volumes (incorporating environmental data as temperature and barometric pressure) and evaluate according to ISO 8655:2022 tolerances.
Two models of Cubis MPS are offered:
- MPS6.6S for higher resolution and calibration of pipettes down to 0.5 µL
- MPS105S for higher maximum capacity and calibration of pipettes from 20 µL to 5 mL
Cubis® II Balances for Pipette Calibration Tasks
Your Sartorius Cubis® II Balance can easily be adapted for checking and calibrating your pipette by equipping it with an evaporation trap. Together with the Pipette Calibration QApp (QAPP005), the user is guided through the complete process for checking pipettes according to ISO 8655:2022 tolerances.
Speedcal Mobile
Speedcal Mobile delivers ISO17025 and ISO8655-compliant calibration for up to 12 channels—at once—in just 8 minutes bringing one-of-a-kind efficiency to your lab operations with the added flexibility to go wherever it is needed. Thanks to its portable design, SpeedCal Mobile ensures that your pipettes perform accurately wherever you need.
The multi-channel pipette calibration system addresses inefficiencies with costly and complicated multi-channel pipette calibrations, stringent regulatory requirements, and long calibration duration time, raising the bar for pipette calibration.
With the SpeedCal Mobile multi-channel pipette calibration system, benefit from:
- ISO Compliance: Adhere to ISO17025 and ISO8655 standards with every calibration.
- 12-Channel Capability: Calibrate 4, 8, or 12 channels simultaneously for optimal efficiency.
- Upgradability: Upgrade channel number capability on your system after purchase.
- Fast Calibration: Test up to 12 channels in just 8 minutes, saving valuable time.
- Portable Design: Take calibration anywhere with ease, thanks to its mobile-friendly design.
- Integrated Technology: Easily connect to all pipette calibration software via the integrated Web Service interface.
Ingenix Suite Advanced Pipette Calibration Module
The Advanced Pipette Calibration Module is an integral part of the Ingenix Suite software family when it comes to simplifying workflow for your pipette calibration.
The convenient interface offers a guided workflow for your pipette calibration tasks. It allows easy scheduling of calibration intervals and management of the respective pipette fleet.
As every other module, it can be installed and run as a stand-alone software solution for your pipette calibration tasks, or in combination within the Ingenix Suite family of modules.
It is completely compliant with ISO 8655:2022, ISO 17025 and 21 CFR Pt. 11. Network capabilities with automatic transfer to a SQL database provide central data management and the highest level of security standards.
Resources
Featured Resources on Calibrating Pipettes
Product Resource for Pipette Calibration
Sartorius Guides Your Every Drop. Calibrate Your Pipettes with Confidence
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Frequently Asked Questions
The common standard for calibration is ISO 8655 which was updated in 2022.
The ISO states that a metrological confirmation of all POVA shall be performed regularly to ensure that the apparatus meets the requirements for its intended use.
The recommended frequency is based on the risks associated with using the POVA. The maintenance interval is affected by such factors as pipetting frequency, liquids dispensed and the age/model of the pipette. A minimum maintenance interval of one year is suggested, with calibration done annually or more often, such as every 3 – 6 months. In some circumstances, such as when dispensing volatile liquids or solvents, more frequent maintenance is advised.
The following factors should be considered:
• Risk of application
• Frequency of use
• Number of users
• Type of liquid to be delivered and its vapors
• Acceptable maximum permissible errors
• Manufacturer information
• Liquid handling process requirement