A serological pipette controller – also known as a pipette aid or pipette gun – aspirates and dispenses large volumes of liquid. The Rainin SP and SP+ feature motor-driven control for increased accuracy, innovative ergonomics, a rechargeable battery that delivers 15 hours of operation on a single charge, a support stand and replaceable 0.22 micron filter. Easily adjustable aspiration/dispense speeds offer greater flexibility with various solutions and media, and protection for sensitive cells.
METTLER TOLEDO supports and services your pipettes through their entire life-cycle, from good pipetting techniques to preventive maintenance and calibration to equipment repair.
Volumetric pipettes are designed to obtain extremely accurate measurements of the volume of a solution. Serological pipettes are useful for transferring milliliter volumes of liquid when mixing chemical solutions and when laying reagents consisting of different densities.
Due to its similar shape and the placement of aspiration (top) and dispense (bottom) trigger buttons a serological pipette controller is sometimes called a pipette gun.
A serological pipette controller – also known as a pipette aid – like the Rainin SP is ideal for transferring growth media and other liquids for cell cultures, bacteria and yeast cultures, and sample prep (DNA/RNA/protein extraction). It can also be used to transfer liquids such as buffers, chemicals and other reagents.
All standard serological pipette sizes can be used with both the Rainin SP and SP+.
The Rainin SP and SP+ both have a built-in rechargeable battery. The battery has a two-year life and is replaceable only by an authorized METTLER TOLEDO or Rainin service technician.
Use ultraviolet irradiation, RNaseZAP wipe, or wipe with 70% alcohol or 10% bleach or 3% H2O2 (hydrogen peroxide).
On a single full charge, both the SP and SP+ work for up to 15 hours of consecutive use.
No, serological pipettes are sold separately.