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The Apricot S1 Pipettor is an ideal entry-level automated liquid handling system, designed to streamline pipetting workflows while maintaining accuracy and efficiency. This user-friendly platform is perfect for laboratories looking to transition from manual pipetting to automation, offering significant time savings and improved reproducibility in high-throughput applications.

Equipped with an interchangeable pipetting core, the Apricot S1 allows users to pipette into all wells of a 96-well plate using the S-Pipette 96 core, or a 384-well plate with the S-Pipette 384 core. This adaptability ensures seamless integration into a variety of laboratory protocols. The system is more than 12 times faster than an 8-channel handheld pipettor, making it a highly efficient choice for labs seeking to enhance productivity while reducing manual workload.

The S1 features manually-actuated plate elevators with an adjustable split-level design, allowing precise sample transfers between multiple plates. It supports various SBS format labware, ensuring compatibility with standard microplates and reagents. This flexibility makes it an excellent tool for applications such as serial dilutions, plate replications, and assay preparation.

One of the standout features of the Apricot S1 is its use of EZ-Load disposable tips, which enable effortless, tool-free loading. This unique design minimises tip handling time and reduces the risk of contamination, ensuring consistent and reliable results. The instrument is controlled through an intuitive touchscreen interface, requiring minimal operator training. With its simple and user-friendly software, researchers can easily configure and execute pipetting tasks with precision.

Designed with laboratory efficiency in mind, the S1 has a compact footprint that conserves valuable bench space. Its small size also makes it easy to place within biosafety cabinets or fume hoods of appropriate dimensions, expanding its usability across different research environments. This feature is particularly advantageous for laboratories with limited space, ensuring that automation can be adopted without compromising workflow organisation.

Whether performing routine liquid transfers, reagent additions, or sample preparation, the Apricot S1 Pipettor delivers exceptional performance, speed, and reliability. Its robust design and versatile capabilities make it an essential tool for any laboratory seeking to enhance efficiency and accuracy in liquid handling operations.