SOCOREX Acura® Manual 855 Multi-Channel Pipette

Overview

The SOCOREX Acura® Manual 855 Multi-Channel Pipette is a precision-engineered liquid handling instrument designed for high-throughput, reproducible dispensing across 8 or 12 channels. Built upon SOCOREX’s decades-long heritage in Swiss metrology and ergonomic laboratory instrumentation, the 855 series implements a positive-displacement, air-cushion piston mechanism compliant with ISO 8655-2:2022 for volumetric accuracy and repeatability. Its modular architecture supports routine applications in molecular biology, clinical diagnostics, ELISA assay setup, cell culture passaging, and QC/QA workflows where inter-channel consistency and operator-to-operator reproducibility are critical. Unlike single-use or semi-disposable systems, the 855 is fully serviceable, sterilizable, and calibrated in-house—eliminating reliance on external recalibration services while maintaining traceability to national standards.

Key Features

• Ergonomic & User-Adaptive Design: Lightweight polymer housing with textured anti-slip grip; 360° rotatable pipetting head accommodates left/right-handed users and varied bench configurations.
• Justip™ Adjustable Tip Ejector: Precise ±4 mm vertical adjustment of the ejection rod ensures optimal engagement with diverse tip brands—including low-retention, filtered, and ultra-low-volume tips—without compromising seal integrity or ejection force.
• Digital Volume Display: High-contrast, backlit LCD shows set volume in real time; readable from multiple angles without parallax error, supporting GLP-aligned documentation practices.
• Tool-Free One-Button Calibration: CAL/LOCK toggle switch enables immediate field recalibration without disassembly; internal micrometer-style volume adjustment maintains mechanical stability across the full range.
• Full-Unit Autoclavability: Certified for 121 °C, 20-minute steam sterilization (EN 285); all internal elastomers, seals, and lubricants retain dimensional stability and chemical resistance post-sterilization.
• Robust Metrological Integrity: Each unit ships with a factory-issued ISO 8655-compliant calibration certificate; uncertainty budgets include temperature, humidity, and gravimetric measurement traceability per EURAMET cg-18.

Sample Compatibility & Compliance

The Acura® 855 is validated for aqueous, viscous (up to 50 cP), and mildly volatile solutions (e.g., 70% ethanol, PBS, cell lysates). It interfaces seamlessly with standard conical-tip racks (96-well and 384-well formats), V- or U-shaped reservoirs, and deep-well plates. All models meet CE marking requirements under Directive 2017/746 (IVDR) for in vitro diagnostic use and carry Class IIa IVD certification. The device adheres strictly to ISO 8655 parts 1–5 for specification, testing, and calibration methodology. For regulated environments—including clinical labs operating under CLIA, CAP, or ISO 15189—the 855 supports audit-ready documentation via optional calibration log templates aligned with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 data integrity principles.

Software & Data Management

While the Acura® 855 is a manual instrument with no embedded electronics or Bluetooth connectivity, its design inherently supports digital workflow integration. Volume settings, calibration dates, and maintenance logs are recorded manually in lab notebooks or imported into LIMS via standardized templates (e.g., CSV or PDF calibration reports). The tool-free calibration system allows operators to generate contemporaneous verification records during routine checks—critical for GxP compliance. Optional accessories include serialized calibration kits traceable to NIST SRM 2192, enabling full chain-of-custody documentation required under ISO/IEC 17025-accredited quality systems.

Applications

• High-fidelity parallel dispensing in qPCR plate setup and NGS library normalization
• Reproducible reagent addition in ELISA, multiplex immunoassays, and cytokine profiling
• Cell suspension transfer in stem cell expansion and CRISPR editing workflows
• QC sampling across pharmaceutical batch release testing (USP , EP 2.6.17)
• Environmental microbiology—serial dilution of water or soil extracts in MPN assays
• Academic teaching labs requiring robust, student-proof instrumentation with minimal consumable dependency

FAQ

Is the Acura® 855 compatible with third-party pipette tips?
Yes—via the Justip™ adjustable ejection system, it achieves reliable sealing and ejection with certified universal tips (e.g., USA Scientific, Eppendorf Research plus, and BRAND PhysioTip), though optimal performance is guaranteed with SOCOREX UltraTips.
What is the recommended calibration frequency?
Per ISO 8655-5 and internal SOP best practice, calibration verification is advised every 6 months; maximum interval is 12 months. Frequency increases for high-use (>100 cycles/day) or critical applications (e.g., clinical diagnostics).
Can the entire unit be autoclaved without disassembly?
Yes—fully assembled units withstand 121 °C, 103 kPa saturated steam for 20 minutes. Post-sterilization, allow complete cooling and dry before reuse; verify volume accuracy with gravimetric check prior to critical use.
How does the 360° rotatable head improve ergonomics?
It eliminates forced wrist pronation during multi-well plate filling, reducing repetitive strain injury (RSI) risk—validated in independent biomechanical studies conducted per ISO 11228-3.
Does the display retain settings after autoclaving?
Yes—the non-volatile memory preserves volume setting and calibration offset; no reset or reprogramming is required post-sterilization.