Pipettes / Micropipettes

Pipettes and micropipettes are invaluable pieces of laboratory equipment used to draw up, measure, and deliver accurate volumes of liquid. The difference between the two is that micropipettes measure between 1 and 1000µl, while pipettes generally start at 1 milliliter. Both pipettes and micropipettes are used in various laboratories, including:

• microbiology
• environmental sciences
• medical
• academic, and
• research labs

What Are Different Types of Pipettes?

Pipettes come in several designs including manual and electronic, as well as single-channel or multi-channel pipettes, reusable or disposable, all designed for efficiency when working with varying types plates, tubes, and dishes. Manufacturers continue to offer new and more efficient pipettes for a diverse number of experimental and cell culture purposes.

Considerations for purchasing a pipette or micropipette?

When choosing pipettes for your lab, know what volumes you need to measure and transport to decide between regular pipettes and micropipettes. Decide whether you want to measure by hand or use pipettes that measure for you. If your lab uses multi-well equipment, you may want to choose a pipette with multiple tips.