Surge Scientific · Model AQS-10000 · Volume Range 1–10 mL
AQUA AQS-10000
Electronic Single Channel Pipettor
Maximum-Volume Electronic · 0.16% CV at 10 mL · Programmable Bulk Handling
Ten milliliters of motorized, programmable, calibration-tracked liquid handling. The AQS-10000 takes the AQUA platform to its volumetric ceiling, holding 0.16% CV at the 10 mL nominal — performance that traditional bulk-transfer instruments can't approach.
Why The AQS-10000?
At 10 mL, conventional liquid handling means serological pipettes, pipette controllers, or graduated cylinders — instruments with no electronic record, no programmability, and accuracy floors that limit downstream assay precision. Process development, scale-up, and large-volume QC sampling all absorb that compromise.
The AQS-10000 motorizes bulk handling. 0.60% accuracy and 0.16% CV at the 10 mL nominal, with 100 uL increment resolution and full 12-mode programmability. The same calibration certificate, the same audit trail, the same firmware as the lab's microliter AQUA pipettes — extended to the volumes where bulk work happens.
10 mL NOMINAL ACCURACY
At full volume, the AQS-10000 delivers 0.60% accuracy and 0.16% 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.
"0.60% accuracy and 0.16% CV at 10 mL nominal." — The AQS-10000 is purpose-built for the 1 – 10 mL 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: 1 – 10 mL
- Increment resolution: 100 uL
- 0.60% accuracy at 10 mL nominal
- 0.16% CV at 10 mL nominal
- Color-coded volume identification — Dark Green 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
PROCESS DEVELOPMENT
Scale-up sampling, in-process volume transfers, and bulk reagent additions for biopharma and industrial workflows.
LARGE-VOLUME CULTURE
Spinner flasks, bioreactor inoculation, and bulk media preparation for fermentation and tissue culture work.
INDUSTRIAL QC
Bulk sample handling for QC laboratories where 5-10 mL aliquots are routine and traceability is mandatory.
Other Models in the AQS Series
The AQS-10000 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-10000 Accuracy & Precision
| Test Volume | Accuracy ±% | Accuracy ±uL | Precision CV ±% | Precision CV ±uL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 mL | 5.00 | 50.00 | 0.60 | 6.00 |
| 5 mL | 1.00 | 50.00 | 0.20 | 10.00 |
| 10 mL | 0.60 | 60.00 | 0.16 | 16.00 |
Error limits in accordance with DIN EN ISO 8655-2, based on the 10 mL nominal capacity. Calibration verified at an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory and supplied with each unit.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | AQS-10000 |
| Configuration | Single channel electronic pipettor |
| Volume Range | 1 – 10 mL |
| Increment | 100 uL |
| Color Code | Dark Green |
| 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-10000 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.