Genex Colour Adonis 8-Channel Adjustable Volume Pipette

Overview

The Genex Colour Adonis 8-Channel Adjustable Volume Pipette is an ergonomically engineered liquid handling instrument designed for high-throughput, parallel dispensing of aqueous and low-viscosity biological reagents across standard 96-well microplates. Built upon a precision-machined stainless-steel piston system and air-displacement principle, it delivers consistent volumetric delivery in the range of 10–1000 µL (model-dependent), with accuracy conforming to ISO 8655-2:2022 and reproducibility meeting ISO 8655-5:2022 requirements. Its modular design supports routine calibration verification per ISO/IEC 17025-compliant laboratory quality systems and integrates seamlessly into GLP- and GMP-aligned workflows where traceable, repeatable pipetting is critical.

Key Features

• Ergonomic, low-force volume adjustment mechanism — a smooth, tactile rotary dial enables precise setting without hand fatigue during extended use.
• High-contrast digital volume display — dual-digit LED-style readout ensures unambiguous identification of set volume, minimizing transcription errors in multi-user environments.
• Color-coded volume range indicators — intuitive visual coding (e.g., blue for 10–100 µL, green for 100–1000 µL) supports rapid channel identification and reduces cross-contamination risk during protocol switching.
• Interchangeable, autoclavable tips — compatible with universal low-retention polypropylene tips; tip ejection force is optimized to prevent accidental tip loss while ensuring complete detachment after dispensing.
• Robust polymer housing with chemical-resistant surface finish — withstands repeated exposure to 70% ethanol, isopropanol, and diluted acidic/basic solutions common in molecular biology and cell culture labs.
• Integrated calibration lock — prevents unintentional volume drift during transport or shared-lab operation; requires tool-assisted unlocking for recalibration events.

Sample Compatibility & Compliance

The Adonis 8-channel pipette is validated for use with water-based buffers (PBS, Tris-HCl), saline solutions, DNA/RNA dilutions, enzyme reaction mixtures, and cell suspension media. It is not recommended for viscous liquids (>10 mPa·s), volatile solvents (e.g., chloroform, acetone), or highly corrosive agents (e.g., concentrated HCl, NaOH >1 M). All performance specifications comply with ISO 8655 parts 2 (accuracy), 3 (repeatability), and 5 (testing methods). Calibration documentation supports traceability to NIM (National Institute of Metrology, China) standards and aligns with internal audit requirements under CNAS-CL01:2018 (equivalent to ISO/IEC 17025:2017).

Software & Data Management

While the Adonis 8-channel pipette operates as a standalone manual device, its calibration records and maintenance logs are structured to integrate with laboratory information management systems (LIMS) via CSV export. Each unit ships with a unique serial number and a factory-issued calibration certificate listing initial accuracy verification at three volume points (10%, 50%, and 100% of nominal range). Users may perform user-level verification using gravimetric methods per ASTM E542-21 and document results in accordance with FDA 21 CFR Part 11–compatible electronic lab notebooks (ELN) when paired with validated data capture software.

Applications

• High-efficiency plate setup for ELISA, qPCR master mix preparation, and cell viability assays.
• Parallel serial dilution across microplate rows in drug screening and antibody titration workflows.
• Reagent distribution in CRISPR gRNA complex assembly and plasmid transformation protocols.
• Quality control sampling in biomanufacturing support labs requiring documented pipette performance history.
• Teaching laboratories emphasizing metrological principles of volumetric measurement and uncertainty estimation.

FAQ

Is the Genex Colour Adonis pipette suitable for positive displacement applications?
No — it employs an air-displacement mechanism and is not designed for high-viscosity, volatile, or dense liquids requiring positive displacement tips.
Can the pipette be calibrated in-house without specialized tools?
Calibration requires a dedicated adjustment tool (included with service kits) and adherence to ISO 8655-6 procedures; routine verification can be performed gravimetrically without tools.
What is the recommended recalibration interval?
Annually under normal use, or after 10,000 actuations — whichever occurs first; more frequent verification is advised in regulated environments per internal SOPs.
Are replacement parts such as seals and pistons available separately?
Yes — BIO-DL supplies OEM-certified maintenance kits including O-rings, piston sleeves, and spring assemblies with lot-specific traceability documentation.
Does the colour-coding system follow international standards?
The colour scheme aligns with ISO 8655-1:2022 annex guidance for visual volume-range identification and is consistent with major global pipette manufacturers’ conventions.