Which handheld INTEGRA pipette is right for my lab?
Which handheld INTEGRA pipette is right for my lab?
INTEGRA offers a complete range of manual, hybrid and electronic handheld pipettes to suit every lab, workflow and budget. This overview makes it easy to compare all of our 1-384 channel liquid handling solutions at a glance, and select the perfect pipetting companion for your application.
EVOLVE
Lightweight, ergonomic manual pipettes
The EVOLVE features an innovative quick set dial system that allows faster and simpler volume adjustments. This gives the pipette a compelling advantage over traditional handheld pipettes, which rely on a single rotating plunger that can make frequent volume changes tedious. Its lightweight design and low plunger force provide exceptional ergonomic comfort.
SWITCH
Hybrid pipette for manual control and fast aliquoting
The SWITCH hybrid pipette offers the familiar feel and control of a manual pipette, with the ability to aliquot like an electronic pipette, saving pipetting time. Its low plunger force and ultra-ergonomic design reduce the risk of repetitive strain injuries (RSIs), enabling easy, fast and comfortable dispensing.
VIAFLO
Lightweight electronic pipettes
The VIAFLO is the ideal solution for laboratories transitioning from manual pipettes and looking to improve throughput and consistency in their liquid handling tasks. Manual pipetting can be slow and error prone, and extended use may lead to RSIs, but programming on the VIAFLO is quick and simple, thanks to intuitive touch-wheel control, and the pipettes fit comfortably in the hand, helping to prevent ergonomic health issues.
VOYAGER
Adjustable tip spacing pipettes
VOYAGER multichannel pipettes are the first and only pipettes with one-handed, automatic, adjustable tip spacing. This convenient feature streamlines sample handling and reformatting by allowing multiple samples to be transferred between different labware formats in fewer steps, helping to reduce errors and prevent RSIs.
MINI 96
96 channel portable electronic pipette
The MINI 96 is the solution for laboratories that want to skyrocket their productivity by filling 96 and 384 well plates faster and more precisely than is possible using traditional handheld pipettes. It is easy to use and supports both simultaneous whole plate pipetting and partial plate filling. The MINI 96 can be moved anywhere in the lab – including inside laminar flow cabinets – thanks to its small size and portability. Combining performance with value, it is also the most affordable 96 channel pipette on the market.
VIAFLO 96 and VIAFLO 384
24, 96 and 384 channel handheld electronic pipettes
VIAFLO 96 and VIAFLO 384 provide unparalleled productivity and flexibility for current and future applications across a wide range of microplate formats. The pipettes are compact and easy to use, greatly increase throughput for a fraction of the cost of larger automated systems and offer 10 unique pipetting heads for volumes from 0.5 to 1,250 μl in 24, 96 or 384 channel formats. The VIAFLO 96 and VIAFLO 384 even enable hands-free, semi-automatic operation.
EVOLVE | SWITCH | VIAFLO | VOYAGER | MINI 96 | VIAFLO 96 | 384 | |
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| Channels | 1, 8, 12 and 16 | 1 With added functionality of repeat dispensing. | 1, 8, 12 and 16 10 preset pipetting programs + ability to create custom programs for multiple applications. Multichannel options can be automated using the ASSIST and ASSIST PLUS pipetting robots. | 4, 6, 8 and 12 10 preset pipetting programs + ability to create custom programs for multiple applications. Can be automated using the ASSIST PLUS | 96 For full or partial plate filling. | 24, 96 and 384 For full or partial plate filling. Interchangeable heads for flexible channels and volume ranges. |
| Volume range | 0.2-5,000 µl | 0.2-1,000 µl | 0.5-5,000 µl | 0.5-1,250 µl | 0.5-1,250 µl | 0.5-1,250 µl |
| Mode | Manual | Hybrid | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic |
| Liquid control | User-operated plunger for maximum liquid control and pipetting/mixing at any speed according to the liquid properties and protocol. | Direct sample control, like EVOLVE, except when repeat dispense mode is activated. In repeat dispense mode, piston is motorized for aliquoting at specific speeds. | Motorized piston movement automatically controls liquid handling at the touch of a button. 10 speed settings are available. | Same as VIAFLO and VOYAGER, with additional motor-assistance for moving the pipetting head via a handle. | ||
| Volume setting | 3 quick set dials enable fast, easy setting of individual digits for precise volume adjustment. | User-friendly quick set ring allows fast and effortless one-handed volume adjustment. | Easy-to-navigate touch wheel user interface for simple, one-handed volume control. | |||
| Throughput and productivity | Requires manual pipetting. Multichannel options for increased productivity over single channel pipettes. | Repeat dispense mode speeds up aliquoting compared to manual pipettes. Only single channel options. | Repeat dispensing with 1-16 channels increases productivity over manual options. | Adjustable tip spacing speeds up pipetting between different labware formats. | Fills full or partial microwell plates in one step. Deck for 1-2 labware positions. | Fills full or partial microwell plates in one step. Deck for 2-3 labware positions. |
| Precision and accuracy | High accuracy and precision relative to manual pipettes. Most subject to user influence of all handheld instruments. | Similar to EVOLVE when used manually. Similar to VIAFLO, VOYAGER and MINI 96 in repeat dispense mode. | Excellent accuracy and precision, as piston movement is controlled by a motor and as 10 speed settings are available for consistent pipetting and mixing. | Same as VIAFLO, VOYAGER and MINI 96, but best accuracy and precision out of handheld options, as pipetting can be semi-automated. | ||
| Ergonomics | Lightest pipette option. Lightweight pipette with low plunger force and quick set dials to quickly and easily change volumes without wrist strain. | Heavier than manual but lighter than electronic pipettes. Compared to manual pipettes, the plunger stays at the optimal height at all volumes and can be used as a button for aliquoting. | Heavier than manual pipettes but enables motorized pipetting, touch wheel and buttons, eliminating thumb strain. | Same as VIAFLO. Moreover, up to 3 user-defined tip spacings can be selected at the push of a button to speed up liquid transfer between different labware formats. | Best ergonomics available for handheld pipetting. Risk of RSIs is minimized because of reduced pipetting time and electronically controlled motor. | |
| Training and ease of use | Simple to use; pick up and start pipetting. No learning curve. | As intuitive as EVOLVE. For repeat dispensing, only the dispense volume, aliquot number and speed need to be set. | Longer learning curve than EVOLVE or SWITCH, but much easier than most electronic pipettes due to full user prompts on the color screen. | Similar learning curve to VIAFLO and VOYAGER. Made to be used by everyone in the lab without special training. | ||
| ‘How to’ videos available. | 'How to' videos available. | |||||