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Equipment Mastery and Hacks

Performing Pipette Calibration Yourself

BySulov Saha

It’s necessary to check pipette calibration every few months to ensure accuracy by dispensing the right volumes. This article explains how to perform pipette calibration yourself so you can ensure they are accurate and avoid the wait for their next service.

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Basic Lab Skills and Know-how

Take Care of Your Tools: Cleaning Pipettes

ByCatriona Paul

Contamination in your pipette can mean contamination in your experiments, making cleaning pipettes regularly critical. Here’s an easy guide on how to do it.

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Basic Lab Skills and Know-how

How to Check the Accuracy of Your Pipette in 7 Easy Steps

ByCatriona Paul

I’d bet that your trusty pipette is probably one the the most often used tools in the lab. But do you have any idea how to check the accuracy of your pipette? We’ll take you though how to do this in just 7 easy steps.

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Image of a man looking at blank signs at a crossroads in confusion representing uncertainty at choices in patch clamping pipette types
Equipment Mastery and Hacks

Becoming a Patch Clamping Pipette Wizard

ByManuel Arcangeletti

Is patching clamping a problem? Struggling to get a good seal? There is no need to stress! We’ve got tips on picking and preparing the perfect pipette for your patch clamping experiment!

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