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Application Note August 01, 2018 Keywords or phrases: Pipetting, Calibration, ISO standard, Service, Maintenance Pipette Calibration and Standards Emilia Varhimo, PhD* Sartorius Biohit Liquid Handling Oy * Correspondence E-Mail: emilia.varhimo@sartorius.com Abstract Pipetting results are critically depending on the maintenance and calibration of the pipette. The most import International Stardardization Organization (ISO) standards related to pipetting are ISO8655 and ISO17025 and these standards set the guidelines how and in which conditions calibration should be performed. Regular cleaning and maintenance according to guidelines also prolongs the lifetime of the pipette. Find out more: www.sartorius.com/en/products/pipetting-and-dispensing
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Introduction Taking proper care of your pipettes is one of the most critical factors affecting the quality of your work. Pipette performance can deteriorate over time due to drift of calibration, leakage, part wear or contamination. Although cleaning and maintenance help to eliminate these sources of incorrect dispensing, the accuracy and precision of pipettes must be checked at regular intervals. This application note outlines what is involved in calibration and maintenance and the various standards and concepts associated with these procedures. What is Calibration and Preventive...
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What is ISO 17025? The ISO 17025 standard specifies the general requirements for the competence of calibration laboratories to carry out tests and calibrations. A pipette calibration laboratory with ISO 17025 accreditation provides the highest level of reliability and confidence in pipette calibration, as proven by the uncertainty of measurement provided for each calibration when required. Achieving and maintaining ISO 17025 accreditation requires extensive testing of personnel, procedures, and facilities, with the accreditation reviewed in an annual audit by the relevant body. Using an...
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Germany Sartorius Lab Instruments GmbH & Co. KG Otto-Brenner-Strasse 20 37079 Goettingen Phone +49 551 308 0 For further contacts, visit Specifications subject to change without notice. Copyright Sartorius Lab Instruments GmbH & Co. KG. Status: 09 | 2020 Finland & Baltics Sartorius Biohit Liquid Handling Oy Laippatie 1 00880 Helsinki Phone +358.9.755.951
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