Name: Diamond PosiStop Single Channel Pipettors - Fixed Volume
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Single Channel Pipettors

<h2 dir="ltr">What Are Single-Channel Pipettors?</h2>
 A single-channel pipettor is the single most widely used liquid handling instrument in molecular biology, cell biology, and clinical research. It transfers precise volumes between 0.1 &micro;L and 5,000 &micro;L, one well or tube at a time, using an air-displacement piston mechanism. The piston creates a partial vacuum that aspirates liquid into a disposable tip; advancing the piston fully dispenses the liquid. A spring-loaded tip ejector releases the used tip without hand contact for contamination control. Manual models depend on finger force and offer simple, battery-free operation; electronic models add programmable aspiration/dispensing speeds, multi-dispense modes, and up to 5 custom pipetting programs.&nbsp; A set of four manual single-channel pipettors (P10, P20, P200, P1000) covers 95% of molecular biology liquid handling; add electronic models for high-throughput repetitive work.
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<h2 dir="ltr">What you will find:</h2>
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Adjustable volume single-channel pipettors for flexible workflows
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Fixed volume pipettors for repeatable dispensing tasks
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Mechanical pipettors for standard lab use
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Ultra-low volume micropipettors for precise &micro;L handling
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Wide-range pipettors covering &micro;L to mL volumes
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Autoclavable pipettors for sterile environments
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Lightweight ergonomic pipettors for long sessions
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<h2 dir="ltr"> How to Choose a Single-Channel Pipettor</h2>
 Volume Range: Build a Complete Bench Set A standard four-pipettor bench set covers P10 (1&ndash;10 &micro;L), P20 (2&ndash;20 &micro;L), P200 (20&ndash;200 &micro;L), and P1000 (100&ndash;1,000 &micro;L). For sub-microliter work (sequencing, single-cell), add a P2 (0.2&ndash;2 &micro;L). For large-volume dispensing (media prep, column loading), add a P5000 (1,000&ndash;5,000 &micro;L). Avoid selecting a volume range that places your target dispense below 20% of the maximum &mdash; accuracy degrades at the low end of any range. Manual vs Electronic Manual single-channel pipettors (Eppendorf Research Plus, Gilson PIPETMAN Classic, Rainin Pipet-Lite XLS+) are the standard for routine lab work: field-calibratable, autoclavable, and requiring no power source. Electronic single-channel pipettors (Eppendorf Research Pro, Rainin Pipet-Lite XLS+ Electronic) add: programmable aspiration/dispense speed (5 speeds), multi-dispense (repeat pipetting) mode, mix mode, dilution mode, and backlight LCD volume display. Electronic models reduce hand fatigue in workflows exceeding 200&ndash;300 tip changes per day. Tip Compatibility Three tip systems cover the market: standard conical (universal fit &mdash; fits Eppendorf Research Plus, Gilson PIPETMAN, Rainin non-LTS, Thermo, Sartorius/BioHit); Rainin LTS cylindrical (requires LTS-specific tips &mdash; lower force insertion); Eppendorf epT.I.P.S. proprietary (tightest fit for Eppendorf instruments). Select the tip system that matches your pipettor purchase and existing tip inventory before committing to a brand. Autoclavability and Chemical Resistance Manual pipettors from Eppendorf, Gilson, and Rainin have fully autoclavable lower sections (121&deg;C, 15 psi, 15 min). Electronic pipettors have autoclavable nose cones only &mdash; the electronic module cannot be autoclaved. Calibration and Service All single-channel pipettors are factory-calibrated per ISO 8655. Field recalibration tools are available for Eppendorf, Gilson, and Rainin to perform in-lab gravimetric verification without external service. 
<h2 dir="ltr"> Specifications Context </h2>
 ISO 8655 Part 2 accuracy spec for a 200 &micro;L air-displacement pipettor: &plusmn;0.8 &micro;L systematic error, &le;0.3 &micro;L random error (Eppendorf Research Plus specification at 200 &micro;L). Most manual pipettors weigh 70&ndash;120 g; electronic models weigh 150&ndash;220 g. Operating temperature range: typically 15&ndash;40&deg;C. Eppendorf Research Plus, Gilson PIPETMAN Classic, and Rainin Pipet-Lite XLS+ LTS remain the three dominant single-channel pipettor platforms in North American research labs.&nbsp; 
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Diamond PosiStop  Single Channel Pipettors - Fixed Volume

The Diamond PosiStop Fixed-Volume Single-Channel Pipettors by Globe Scientific (Diamond®) are fully autoclavable PVDF-barrel fixed-volume pipettors with magnetically-assisted piston and LTS tip compatibility. 11 volumes: 3362-2 (2.5 µL) through 3362-1000 (1,000 µL), in red (2.5–25 µL), green (50–200 µL), and blue (250–1,000 µL). Cal cert + 2 seal kits included.