Apricot PP5 Personal Pipettor
The Apricot PP5 Personal Pipettor is a high-performance automated pipetting system designed for precise 96- and 384-channel pipetting, making it ideal for microplate liquid transfers, serial dilution applications, and assay preparation. Its advanced microprocessor-controlled mechanism ensures accurate and reproducible pipetting across 96-, 384-, and 1536-well microplates, catering to a variety of laboratory needs in drug discovery, molecular biology, and diagnostic research. The system accommodates both fixed and disposable tips, with a choice of low-volume (0.5-125 μL) or high-volume (1-1000 μL) dispensing, making it a versatile tool for laboratories requiring flexible liquid handling solutions.
Designed for efficiency, the PP5 Personal Pipettor is controlled via an Apple® iPad® interface, offering an intuitive graphical user experience. The iPad® application simplifies workflow setup, allowing users to quickly configure pipetting parameters, adjust volumes, and execute complex liquid handling protocols with ease. The system's automatic indexing feature enables a 96-channel dispense head to access a 384-well plate, while a 384-channel head can seamlessly work with a 1536-well plate, enhancing efficiency and minimising manual intervention. With a five-position deck and an integrated wash/waste reservoir, this platform supports walkaway operation, reducing hands-on time and increasing productivity in high-throughput applications.
One of the key advantages of the PP5 Personal Pipettor is its adaptability to a wide range of applications, including genomic research, biochemical assays, and synthetic biology. Its innovative pipetting head clamping mechanism allows for easy interchangeability, giving researchers the flexibility to switch between different pipetting configurations as needed. This feature is particularly beneficial in laboratories handling multiple workflows, ensuring optimal performance across various experimental setups. Additionally, the system's precision engineering minimises cross-contamination risks, guaranteeing high-quality data generation.
Beyond its technical advantages, the PP5 Personal Pipettor is designed for ergonomic and space-efficient operation. Its compact design (711mm x 483mm x 607mm) ensures it fits seamlessly into most lab environments, even those with limited bench space. The five-position deck enhances workflow efficiency by allowing multiple microplates to be processed in sequence, reducing the need for constant user intervention. This results in a streamlined laboratory experience, enabling scientists to focus on data analysis rather than manual pipetting tasks.
Designed for efficiency, the PP5 Personal Pipettor is controlled via an Apple® iPad® interface, offering an intuitive graphical user experience. The iPad® application simplifies workflow setup, allowing users to quickly configure pipetting parameters, adjust volumes, and execute complex liquid handling protocols with ease. The system's automatic indexing feature enables a 96-channel dispense head to access a 384-well plate, while a 384-channel head can seamlessly work with a 1536-well plate, enhancing efficiency and minimising manual intervention. With a five-position deck and an integrated wash/waste reservoir, this platform supports walkaway operation, reducing hands-on time and increasing productivity in high-throughput applications.
One of the key advantages of the PP5 Personal Pipettor is its adaptability to a wide range of applications, including genomic research, biochemical assays, and synthetic biology. Its innovative pipetting head clamping mechanism allows for easy interchangeability, giving researchers the flexibility to switch between different pipetting configurations as needed. This feature is particularly beneficial in laboratories handling multiple workflows, ensuring optimal performance across various experimental setups. Additionally, the system's precision engineering minimises cross-contamination risks, guaranteeing high-quality data generation.
Beyond its technical advantages, the PP5 Personal Pipettor is designed for ergonomic and space-efficient operation. Its compact design (711mm x 483mm x 607mm) ensures it fits seamlessly into most lab environments, even those with limited bench space. The five-position deck enhances workflow efficiency by allowing multiple microplates to be processed in sequence, reducing the need for constant user intervention. This results in a streamlined laboratory experience, enabling scientists to focus on data analysis rather than manual pipetting tasks.
Technical Specifications
- Versatile liquid transfer system supporting 96-, 384-, and 1536-well microplates, including serial dilution by row or column
- Innovative, easy-to-change dispense head technology from Apricot Designs, allowing users to build a customised pipetting head library
- Five-position deck with integrated wash station for streamlined workflows
- User-friendly Apple iPad® interface enabling rapid protocol setup
- Compact design: 711mm x 483mm x 607mm (28"W x 19"D x 24"H), optimising bench space
- Supports high-throughput workflows with minimal manual intervention
- Precision-engineered for reliable and reproducible liquid transfers
Applications
- Plate replication
- Plate reformatting
- Reagent and compound addition
- Serial dilution by row or column
- PCR preparation
- ELISA
- NGS library preparation
- Purification workflows
- Cell-based assays
- High-throughput screening
- Drug discovery research
- Biochemical and enzymatic assays
