DLAB Hipette Fully Autoclavable Manual Adjustable Single-Channel Pipette

Overview

The DLAB Hipette Fully Autoclavable Manual Adjustable Single-Channel Pipette is an engineered solution for precision liquid handling in regulated and high-throughput laboratory environments. Designed around Couette-flow displacement principles and calibrated piston-driven volumetric delivery, the Hipette ensures consistent aspiration and dispensing across its full 0.1–1000 µL range. Its lightweight architecture (<100 g) minimizes operator fatigue during extended use—critical in QC labs, clinical diagnostics, and molecular biology workflows where reproducibility and ergonomic sustainability are non-negotiable. Unlike disposable or semi-autoclavable alternatives, the Hipette’s monolithic construction enables full-cycle steam sterilization without disassembly, maintaining metrological integrity post-sterilization per ISO 8655-2:2022 requirements for pipette performance verification.

Key Features

• Full-body autoclavability: Entire pipette—including tip cone, shaft, and internal piston assembly—endures repeated cycles at 121°C for 20 minutes without dimensional drift or seal degradation.
• Ergonomic actuation force profile: First-stop activation at 4 N; second-stop at 10 N—optimized for tactile feedback and single-hand operation under glove use.
• High-resolution volume adjustment: Digital-style volume counter with 0.001× full-scale increment (e.g., 0.001 µL resolution on 1 µL model), enabling traceable fine-tuning.
• One-touch volume lock: Prevents accidental volume shifts during transport or multi-step protocols—especially critical for sub-microliter transfers.
• Integrated hydrophobic filter cartridge: Positioned between tip cone and piston chamber to block aerosol ingress from volatile solvents (e.g., chloroform, ethanol), protecting internal components from corrosion and cross-contamination.
• Tool-assisted calibration & maintenance: Modular design allows field-level recalibration using standard DLAB-certified tools—fully compliant with ISO/IEC 17025 traceability requirements when performed by accredited service providers.
• Chemical resistance: Housing and seals formulated for compatibility with 70% ethanol, isopropanol, 10% sodium hypochlorite, and common organic solvents per ASTM D543-20 testing protocols.

Sample Compatibility & Compliance

The Hipette supports aqueous buffers, DNA/RNA solutions, serum, cell suspensions, and low-to-medium viscosity reagents (≤100 mPa·s). It is validated for forward and reverse pipetting modes per ISO 8655-6:2022 guidelines. All models carry ISO 9001:2015 (quality management) and ISO 13485:2016 (medical device QMS) certifications—indicating suitability for use in IVD manufacturing, GLP-compliant toxicology studies, and GMP-aligned bioprocess development. Traceable factory calibration certificates accompany each unit, with optional NIST-traceable calibration documentation available upon request.

Software & Data Management

While the Hipette is a manual instrument, its calibration history and maintenance logs integrate seamlessly into laboratory information management systems (LIMS) via DLAB’s web-based Pipette Calibration Portal. Users can register devices, schedule recalibrations, download PDF calibration reports with uncertainty budgets, and generate audit-ready records compliant with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 (electronic signatures) and EU Annex 11 (computerized system validation). Firmware updates for connected calibration stations (e.g., DLAB PC-3000) ensure alignment with evolving ISO 8655 revision cycles.

Applications

• Quantitative PCR (qPCR) master mix preparation requiring ≤1 µL precision
• Cell culture passaging with serum-containing media
• Clinical chemistry assays adhering to CLSI EP10-A3 protocol tolerances
• High-content screening (HCS) plate replication under ISO/IEC 17025-accredited conditions
• Reference material dilution in metrology labs operating under ISO/IEC 17034:2016
• Environmental testing labs performing EPA Method 525.3 extractions

FAQ

Can the Hipette be sterilized in a Class B autoclave cycle?

Yes—it is validated for full-cycle sterilization using vacuum-assisted, steam-saturated cycles meeting EN 13060:2014 requirements.
Is filter tip compatibility universal across all Hipette models?

All models accept standard ISO 8655-compliant filter tips (e.g., DLAB FT series, Eppendorf epT.I.P.S., Gilson Refill Tips).
How often should recalibration be performed?

DLAB recommends quarterly verification for routine use; monthly for high-frequency applications (>100 daily operations) or after autoclaving >50 cycles.
Does the volume lock mechanism affect accuracy during repeated use?

No—the locking ring engages a hardened stainless-steel detent system with <0.02 µL hysteresis over 10,000 actuations (tested per ISO 8655-5:2022 durability clause).
Are calibration certificates provided with NIST traceability?

Factory certificates include measurement uncertainty budgets; NIST-traceable calibration is available as an add-on service through DLAB’s ISO/IEC 17025-accredited calibration lab.