{"id":1066,"date":"2021-01-08T09:33:49","date_gmt":"2021-01-08T09:33:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thermofisher.com\/blog\/life-in-the-lab\/?p=1066"},"modified":"2021-01-08T21:36:41","modified_gmt":"2021-01-08T21:36:41","slug":"cliptip-maintenance-101-how-to-keep-your-cliptip-in-tip-top-shape","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thermofisher.com\/blog\/life-in-the-lab\/cliptip-maintenance-101-how-to-keep-your-cliptip-in-tip-top-shape\/","title":{"rendered":"ClipTip Maintenance 101: How to Keep Your ClipTip in Tip Top Shape"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Pipetting technology is a big investment. Maybe you\u2019ve already purchased our\u00a0<\/span>Thermo Scientific\u2122 ClipTip\u2122\u00a0Pipetting\u00a0System<\/a>.\u00a0If so, we bet you are already feeling the difference. Perhaps, you\u2019re still considering the purchase, but are wondering what upkeep will be like. Either way, we wanted to share some quick tips for keeping your (current or future) ClipTip Pipette in tip top shape.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

First off, on a daily basis, the pipette should be checked for dust and dirt on its outside surfaces. Special attention should be paid to the tip fitting. For daily cleaning, we recommend using a napless cloth wetted with 70% ethanol. However, it is important\u00a0not to\u00a0spray ethanol directly on the pipette. It is also recommended\u00a0that you use\u00a0filter tips to avoid contamination of inner parts. With your cleaning routines, you can also check that the tip fittings are attached tightly and that the sealing rings are intact.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Second, to ensure the system is operating efficiently, it is wise to perform a leakage test regularly.\u00a0What\u2019s the best way to do that?\u00a0Below are five easy-to-follow\u00a0steps\u00a0you can take:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Pre-wet the tip three to five times with water.<\/li>\n
  2. Aspirate a nominal volume of water into the tip.<\/li>\n
  3. Place the pipette on a stand or keep it firmly in your hand.<\/li>\n
  4. Wait for 20 seconds.<\/li>\n
  5. If a drop falls within 20 seconds, the pipette is leaking.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    If you find a leak, it\u00a0could be caused by too-loose tip fittings or worn sealing rings which can be tightened or changed rather easily. Other causes may be, for example, lack of grease or improper sealing of the piston which would require complete disassembly of the pipette.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Finally, periodically, your ClipTip Pipette needs to be completely disassembled in order to fully clean the system.\u00a0Be sure to consult your user manual for full instructions on how to do this properly.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    By following these easy steps, your ClipTip Pipetting System will stay intact and provide comfortable and accurate pipetting for years to come. Learn more about the\u00a0<\/span>ClipTip experience at\u00a0<\/span>thermofisher.com\/cliptip<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    If you\u2019d like help servicing your pipette, our team is happy to help. You can work with our ULS service depots who will do the work for you. Given that E1-ClipTip pipettes are a bit more complex, we especially recommend\u00a0<\/span>leveraging our trained service providers<\/span><\/a>\u00a0to do preventive maintenance on an annual basis to ensure optimal performance.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    Pipetting technology is a big investment. Maybe you\u2019ve already purchased our\u00a0Thermo Scientific\u2122 ClipTip\u2122\u00a0Pipetting\u00a0System.\u00a0If so, we bet you are already feeling the difference. Perhaps, you\u2019re still considering the purchase, but are wondering what upkeep will be like. 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