Surge Scientific · Model AQS-1000 · Volume Range 50–1000 uL
AQUA AQS-1000
Electronic Single Channel Pipettor
Full-Milliliter Range · 0.15% CV at 1 mL · 12 Programmable Modes
The 50–1000 uL range is the most-used pipette in the lab. The AQS-1000 covers it with motorized precision — 0.15% CV at the 1 mL nominal, twelve programmable modes, and a linear stepping piston that doesn't tire across the day.
Why The AQS-1000?
If a lab owns one pipette, it's almost certainly in the 100–1000 uL range. Buffer prep, reagent dispensing, microbiology plating, sample transfers between tubes — the workflows are constant. A manual pipette at this volume runs hundreds of cycles per shift, and operator fatigue translates directly into volume drift.
The AQS-1000 motorizes the lab's most-used range. 0.40% accuracy and 0.15% CV at full volume, with 1 uL increment resolution and the same 12-mode firmware as the rest of the AQUA range. Repetitive dispense mode lets one aspiration fill a full microcentrifuge tube row.
1000 uL NOMINAL ACCURACY
At full volume, the AQS-1000 delivers 0.40% accuracy and 0.15% CV per the catalog spec, verified against DIN EN ISO 8655-2 at an ISO 17025 accredited lab.
LINEAR STEPPING MOTOR
Motor-driven piston eliminates the thumb-pressure variability that plagues manual pipettes. Aspiration profiles repeat to the same micro-step every cycle, holding accuracy across thousand-sample runs.
DETACHABLE 4.2V LI-ION
800 mAh rechargeable battery clips off the handle in seconds — 8 hours of operation per charge, ~2-hour recharge, with USB Type-A and Type-C charger options.
12 MODES + 6 PROGRAMS
Forward, reverse, mix, dilute, gel-load, titration, multi-stage aspirate, repetitive, sequential dispense and more. Six programs save to memory for instant recall on repeat assays.
"0.40% accuracy and 0.15% CV at 1000 uL nominal." — The AQS-1000 is purpose-built for the 50 – 1000 uL window — the manufacturer's published spec at the nominal volume sets a precision tier that manual pipettes in this range cannot sustain across a full shift.
Key Features
- Volume range: 50 – 1000 uL
- Increment resolution: 1 uL
- 0.40% accuracy at 1000 uL nominal
- 0.15% CV at 1000 uL nominal
- Color-coded volume identification — Blue band
- External detachable 4.2V Li-ion rechargeable battery
- 800 mAh capacity — 8 hours of operation
- ~2-hour full recharge time
- USB Type-A and Type-C charger compatibility
- Linear stepping electronic piston control
- 304 grade stainless steel tip cone
- 12 unique modes of operation
- Stores 6 user-defined programs in memory
- 3-speed pipetting selection (Low / Medium / High)
- 1-inch tempered LCD glass display
- Real-time battery, calibration, and error indicators
- Volume adjustment wheel for one-handed operation
- Soft-key programming interface
- Mini USB interface for diagnostics
- Manual tip ejection
- Universal tip cone — accepts standard tip brands
- Lower section autoclavable at 121°C, 1 bar, 20 minutes
- Whole-device sterilization by UV light
- ISO 17025 calibration certificate included
Ideal Applications
BUFFER & REAGENT PREP
Routine buffer dispensing, reagent dilution, and master mix assembly for any lab workflow.
MICROBIOLOGY
Sample plating, broth dispensing, and dilution series for colony counts and antimicrobial work.
GENERAL LAB
Sample transfers, cell suspension handling, and the broad spectrum of routine pipetting that defines daily lab work.
Other Models in the AQS Series
The AQS-1000 is one of seven volume ranges in the Surge Scientific AQUA single-channel platform. All seven share the same handle, firmware, battery, and accessory ecosystem — standardize the bench around a common platform.
AQS-1000 Accuracy & Precision
| Test Volume | Accuracy ±% | Accuracy ±uL | Precision CV ±% | Precision CV ±uL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 uL | 2.00 | 2.00 | 0.60 | 0.60 |
| 500 uL | 0.50 | 2.50 | 0.20 | 1.00 |
| 1000 uL | 0.40 | 4.00 | 0.15 | 1.50 |
Error limits in accordance with DIN EN ISO 8655-2, based on the 1000 uL nominal capacity. Calibration verified at an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory and supplied with each unit.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | AQS-1000 |
| Configuration | Single channel electronic pipettor |
| Volume Range | 50 – 1000 uL |
| Increment | 1 uL |
| Color Code | Blue |
| Drive System | Linear stepping electronic piston control |
| Pipetting Modes | 12 (forward, reverse, mix, dilute, gel-load, titration, multi-stage aspirate, sequential, repetitive, manual) |
| Memory Storage | 6 user-defined programs |
| Speed Settings | 3 (Low / Medium / High) |
| Display | 1-inch tempered LCD glass |
| Volume Adjustment | Adjustment wheel + soft keys |
| Tip Cone Material | 304 grade stainless steel |
| Tip Compatibility | Universal — accepts standard tip brands |
| Tip Ejection | Manual |
| Battery | 4.2V Li-ion, 800 mAh, detachable |
| Battery Life | 8 hours per full charge |
| Charging Time | Approximately 2 hours |
| Charger | USB Type-A and Type-C |
| USB Interface | Mini USB |
| Autoclavability | Lower section at 121°C, 1 bar, 20 minutes |
| UV Sterilization | Whole device |
| Calibration Standard | DIN EN ISO 8655-2 (ISO 17025 accredited lab) |
| Certifications | CE, ISO 9001, ISO 13485, ISO 17025 |
| Carousel Stands | Available separately |
| Warranty | 1-Year Free Replacement |
Surge Scientific Warranty & Support
This instrument is sold through Surge Scientific, your trusted laboratory equipment partner. Our product specialists are available Monday–Friday for assistance. The AQS-1000 is backed by a 1-year all-inclusive manufacturer's warranty. Contact us at info@surgescientific.com or reach out directly to our support team at (833) 319-3535 for pre-sales questions, ISO 8655 calibration verification, pipetting protocol guidance, accessory orders, and technical assistance.