- PCR and RT-qPCR Plate Setup: error-free master mix preparation and sample distribution
- Oligonucleotide sample preparation: guided pretreatment and pipetting steps for therapeutic oligonucleotide workflow
Pipette+ Stand
Electronic pipettes made smart through connectivity
Pipette+ Stand is a fully connected electronic pipette system designed to bring speed, precision, and traceability to your laboratory workflows. It combines Bluetooth-enabled single- and multichannel electronic pipettes with a smart charging stand running an embedded computer, all governed by OneLab Software. Together, they automate every pipetting parameter — aspiration volumes, dispensing volumes, mixing, and tip ejection — exactly when each step requires it, without any manual adjustments.
Reduce pipetting time by up to 90% compared to conventional manual methods, eliminate operator errors, improve ergonomics, and capture complete experimental traceability — automatically, at every step.
Specifications
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Power supply |
Wall / desktop power supply with universal wall plugs Input: 100–240 VAC v~50/60HzOutput: 12 VDC, 4 A |
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Pipette charge voltage |
7,5 VDC, 500 mA |
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Weight |
1.7 kg |
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Dimensions |
395 x 314 x 170 mm (W × H × D) |
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Operating temperature |
+15 to +40 °C |
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Air humidity |
max 80% |
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LAN |
10/100 Mbits/s |
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WiFi |
802.11 ac/a/b/g/n |
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Bluetooth |
BTLE version 4.2 |
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USB charging |
USB-A connector 5 VDC, 1 A |
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Audio |
2 speakers for mono audio, nominal power 1W |
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Embedded PC |
Freescale i.MX 7 with ARM |
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Warranty |
1 year |
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Ingress protection |
IP40 |
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Certification |
CE, FCC, RoHS II, REACH, WEEE |
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Cleaning |
Disinfectant or decontaminant liquid such as 70% ethanol, 60% isopropanol, mild detergent or similar |
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Supported pipette models |
Waters Electronic Pipettes |
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Identification |
Unique serial number on the back of the stand |
Overview
- Up to 90% faster than conventional manual pipetting
- Reproducible pipetting — automated parameter setting eliminates operator variability
- Full experimental traceability — every pipetting action logged automatically; no manual recording required
- Reduced operator errors — OneLab Software removes miscalculated volumes, missed mixing steps, and forgotten tip ejection
- Improved ergonomics — no need to manipulate pipette controls manually, especially valuable when working gloved or inside biosafety cabinets
- Automated liquid handling — control connected devices (shakers, heater/coolers) from a single interface
- Data integrity — seamless, automatic records support GLP/GMP compliance workflows
Recommended Use: Laboratories seeking to minimize bench workload, prioritize productivity, protect data integrity, and generate fully traceable results in genomics, proteomics, drug discovery, and clinical research workflows.
Smart charging stand with embedded computer
The Pipette+ charging stand functions as a computing hub with an embedded processor that communicates with OneLab Software via Wi-Fi or LAB and manages Waters Electronic Pipettes’ settings. No external PC is needed; protocols can be designed and monitored in OneLab Software from any browser-compatible device on the same network.
Automatic pipette identification and Bluetooth pairing
Single- and multichannel electronic pipettes are automatically recognized the moment they are placed in the stand's slots. Charging, monitoring, Bluetooth pairing, and registration all happen transparently — no user action needed. This seamless handshake is the foundation of Pipette+'s zero-effort traceability: every pipette used, every protocol executed, and every volume dispensed is captured without a single manual entry.
Guided, step-by-step protocol execution
Scientists design protocols graphically in OneLab Software. During execution, the system pushes the correct parameters (aspiration volume, dispensing volume, mixing cycles, tip ejection) to each pipette at precisely the right step. This eliminates the most common sources of manual pipetting error and is especially valuable for complex, multi-reagent protocols or when working in confined spaces such as biosafety cabinets.
Connected liquid handling ecosystem
Pipette+ integrates with other OneLab Software–compatible devices — shakers, heater/coolers, and additional liquid handling instruments — enabling coordinated, fully traceable experimental workflows from a single software interface.
Applications
- Standard Calibration Curves: consistent, traceable curve preparation every time
- Peptide mapping of monoclonal antibodies: multi-step sample prep with concentration normalization for protein samples per run — eliminates operator-dependent sequence coverage variability
- Drug Discovery: reproducible compound handling across screening campaigns
- ELISA: guided multi-step reagent addition with step tracking
- Bacterial endotoxin testing: guided serial dilution of endotoxin standards, PPC spiking, sample dilution, and reagent addition— ensures contamination-free, reproducible execution for endotoxin testing assays
- Reagent Preparation for Automation: documented, reproducible upstream prep that feeds robotic workflows
- Serial Dilution: automated volume calculations eliminate math errors
- Concentration Normalization: software-calculated volumes for every sample
- Sample reformatting: transfer samples between tubes, vials, and plates with full traceability
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the key benefits of Pipette+ Stand?
- Traceability: Pipette+ preserves pipette information and records executed pipetting steps in OneLab Software
- Reproducibility: Parameters such as volumes and modes are set automatically to reduce user-dependent variability and execution errors
- Productivity: Pipette+ is positioned to reduce time spent in repetitive pipette manipulations; some workflows are described as achieving up to 90% reduction (example: concentration normalization).
- Ergonomics / ease of use: Supports electronic pipettes and reduces the need to adjust settings manually during execution
Which lab scenarios are ideal for Pipette+ Stand?
Built for the workflows you run today—and the automation you want tomorrow
- You want more reproducible, traceable bench pipetting
Move beyond manual parameter setting: OneLab Software guides execution while Pipette+ programs pipette parameters step-by-step - You’re preparing reagents for automation (but prep is still manual)
Pipette+ supports consistent, documented prep steps to reduce variability and errors in upstream tasks. - You’re developing assays on the bench and want a smooth transition to automation
Position Pipette+ as a bridge between manual execution and automated workflows using OneLab’s method-driven approach
What are the traceability, compliance, and integration benefits of Pipette+ Stand?
Pipette+ is designed for labs requiring traceability beyond liquid handling; OneLab Software logs experiments and tracks connected pipettes. With integration modules, workflows are streamlined from sample preparation to data handoff, reducing manual transcription and supporting audit-ready documentation.
Compliance benefits
- Digital protocols replace paper SOPs: OneLab Software provides auditable electronic records.
- Built for regulated environments: OneLab Software ensures traceability, compliance, and data integrity with real-time tracking and automatic documentation for GxP needs.
- Less manual transcription → lower compliance risk: The OneLab–Empower connection eliminates manual transcription, minimizing errors and enhancing traceability and compliance.
- User‑level pipette accountability: OneLab Software and Pipette+ supports pipette management including “who used the pipette”, alongside usage history tied to experiments.
Integration benefits (Empower, MassLynx, and waters_connect Software)
- OneLab Software + Empower (CDS) Software
- Links OneLab Software protocols to Empower for seamless sample prep and chromatography.
- Automates sample info transfer, minimizing manual errors.
- Supports compliance: GxP, 21 CFR Part 11, and audit-ready records.·
- OneLab Software + MassLynx (LC–MS) Software
- Sends .CSV sample lists via MassLynx and trigger LC–MS runs; adapts lists with OneLab Software templates.
- OneLab Software + waters_connect Software
- Enables LC/MS analyses using customer’s waters_connect methods/instruments; exports results directly.
What applications are ideal for Pipette+ Stand?
A few examples of applications where Pipette+ is typically used:
- Concentration Normalization
- Serial Dilution
- Standard Calibration Curves Creation
- ELISA
- PCR preparation
- Reagent Preparation for automation
What applications are ideal for Pipette+ Stand?
Pipette+ is compatible with 12-, 8-, and single-channel Waters Electronic pipettes.