MICROPIPETTE TIPS

Pipette and micropipette tips are fundamental accessories in laboratory instrumentation, ensuring precision and reliability in pipetting processes. But what exactly are they? They are small plastic cones that are attached to the end of pipettes and micropipettes to collect, transfer, and dispense liquids with maximum accuracy, thus avoiding direct contact with the instrument and consequently reducing the risk of contamination.

Available in different sizes and types, tips are designed to fit specific liquid volumes and ensure a homogeneous flow, improving the repeatability of experimental results. Some models are equipped with filters, which prevent aerosol aspiration and protect both the sample and the operator from potential cross-contamination. The use of high-quality tips is essential in numerous scientific applications, from biomedical research to chemical analyses, as well as diagnostic and pharmaceutical testing.

The material from which tips are made is also a crucial factor in ensuring high-quality products and achieving precision, reliability, and safety in laboratory pipetting operations. Generally, pipette tips are made of virgin polypropylene (PP), a highly resistant, transparent, and contaminant-free plastic that ensures accurate dosing without altering samples. This is exactly what we offer at Monolab Shop, where we provide tips made of 100% virgin polypropylene, free of heavy metals, transparent, latex-free, and with a remarkable degree of water repellency. Additionally, our tips are autoclavable and, upon request, sterilized by irradiation. In short, the optimal choice for professional use.

Why polypropylene? Because of its advantageous properties: it is a material with high chemical resistance, making it perfect for this type of application. Beyond the material, pipette tips also vary based on other factors. For example, volumetric capacity, which can range from a few microliters (µL) to several milliliters (mL) to fit different types of pipettes, and compatibility, which allows them to adapt to pipettes from various brands, ensuring a perfect seal.

It is important to choose the most suitable laboratory tips to obtain precise, repeatable, and safe results. Not all products are the same: materials, compatibility with pipettes, volume, and specific characteristics significantly influence the performance and reliability of laboratory analyses. So, how should you choose?

First of all, it is essential to ensure compatibility between the pipette and the tip. Each pipette is designed to work with specific tips, and using an incompatible model can compromise dosing accuracy or cause liquid leakage.

Next, the type of tip must be considered—whether standard, filter, sterile, or low-retention—depending on the type of application. The choice also depends on the volume to be handled: as we have seen, tips come in different capacities to meet specific needs.

Another determining factor is the material they are made of: to ensure quality and precision, virgin polypropylene is always the best option. Transparent and free of additives or contaminants, it offers excellent chemical and thermal resistance.

There are different types of tips, each specifically designed to meet particular usage needs. From packaging methods to the presence of protective filters, tips are distinguished by various features that make them more suitable for different laboratory applications. Let’s take a closer look at the various types of pipette tips available and how they can help facilitate work.

Standard rack tips box

Standard rack tips are packaged in rigid holders that allow easy tip pickup with a micropipette. This system offers convenience and organization, preventing direct contact with the tips and thereby reducing the risk of contamination. They are available in different sizes and volumes, compatible with major automatic micropipettes, and ideal for daily laboratory use.

Tower rack tips box

Tower rack tips represent an evolution of the classic rack and are designed to optimize workspace and reduce plastic waste. These stackable racks allow for quick reloading of the holder without replacing the entire container, ensuring practicality and a lower environmental impact. They are particularly useful in laboratories with a high volume of analyses.

Filtered tips

Filtered tips feature an internal barrier that prevents aerosol and contaminant aspiration into the pipette, protecting both the instrument and the sample. This type is essential for delicate applications such as PCR, microbiology, and handling volatile or biological samples.

Sterile tips

Sterile tips are treated to ensure the absence of contaminants such as DNA, RNase, DNase, and pyrogens, making them ideal for applications in molecular biology and microbiology. They are packaged under aseptic conditions and sealed to maintain sterility until use. At Monolabshop, upon request, we can sterilize our tips using irradiation techniques.

Low-retention tips

Made from hydrophobic materials, low-retention tips reduce liquid adhesion to the inner surface, ensuring maximum sample recovery and improving analysis precision. These tips are particularly useful for working with viscous solutions or small volumes.

To ensure that tips have the listed characteristics and are of good quality, it is essential to rely on leading brands in the sector, which produce precise, compatible, safe, and certified instruments. The main manufacturers on the market offer tips designed to optimize the performance of their pipettes. But which ones are they? Let’s take a look at some of the most well-known and appreciated brands in the industry.

Eppendorf pipette tips box

When it comes to laboratory equipment, one cannot fail to mention Eppendorf, a brand known for the quality and innovation of its products. Eppendorf pipette tips are designed to ensure perfect compatibility with the brand’s micropipettes, offering precision and reproducibility in liquid handling. Available in various versions, including sterile tips, filtered tips, and low-retention tips, they guarantee maximum reliability for applications in molecular biology, chemistry, and microbiology.

Gilson pipette tips box

Gilson is another leading brand in the laboratory pipette industry. Its tips are known for their perfect fit with Gilson pipettes, particularly the Pipetman and Microman series. Made from high-quality materials, Gilson tips ensure outstanding performance, reducing sample loss and improving analysis precision. They are also available in different configurations, including filtered, sterile, and refillable rack models.

Thermo Fisher Scientific pipette tips

Among other reliable brands, Thermo Fisher Scientific offers a complete range of pipette tips compatible with various brands and models.Its tips are designed to resist contamination and ensure accuracy in liquid handling, with sterile, low-retention, and filtered options. They are often used in research, clinical, and pharmaceutical laboratories due to their high quality and versatility.

Sartorius pipette tips

Finally, Sartorius is another reference brand for laboratory equipment, and its tips are designed for maximum compatibility with Biohit pipettes and other Sartorius lines. Packaged under sterile conditions and available in various formats, they are a preferred option in many laboratories for their precision and reliability.

Every detail can make a difference in a laboratory, and choosing pipette tips is one of them. It is not just a matter of simple compatibility but also of precision, reliability, and safety in analyses. That is why, at Monolabshop, we select only the best pipette tips to ensure that our customers receive only high-quality solutions for every type of application.

Our tips are made from premium virgin polypropylene, free of heavy metals and contaminants. This ensures excellent transparency, low retention, and maximum sample purity, preventing analytical errors and reducing the risk of unclear results. Additionally, we offer a complete range of sterile tips, filtered tips, and low-retention tips to meet the needs of the most demanding laboratories.

In our catalog, you will also find tips compatible with renowned brands such as Gilson, Eppendorf, MLA, and Crystal—two of the most reliable brands in the laboratory pipette sector. Using tips designed to fit these instruments perfectly minimizes the risk of volume loss or pipetting errors, ensuring consistently precise and reproducible measurements.

Another advantage of purchasing from Monolabshop is the ability to save money without compromising quality. If you need large quantities of pipette tips for your laboratory, we can offer customized discounts based on order volume. This allows you to optimize costs while maintaining a high standard of quality in your laboratory equipment. Contact us to learn more, and together we will find the best solution for your needs.

Choosing Monolabshop pipette tips means relying on an expert partner capable of offering certified, durable products compatible with the best micropipettes on the market. Explore our selection and find the perfect tips for your laboratory, with the guarantee of a safe and cost-effective purchase.