Surge Scientific · Model AQVE-110B · 8-Channel · Adjustable Spacing 4.5–9 mm · Volume 5–110 uL
AQUA AQVE-110B
Electronic Adjustable Spacing Pipettor
ELISA-Range Adjustable Spacing · 0.66 uL CV at 110 uL · 8-Channel · 360° Rotatable Head · 12 Programmable Modes
The 5–110 uL band is where ELISA sample addition, antibody titrations, and plate-based immunoassays live. The AQVE Series (Variant B) delivers it across 8 channels with electronic spacing from 4.5 mm – 9 mm, holding 0.66 uL CV at the 110 uL nominal across the full row.
Why The AQVE-110B?
ELISA workflows demand both volume consistency across the plate and the ability to reformat between source tubes, source plates, and destination plates. Manual multi-channel pipettes can do one or the other — never both efficiently — and serial single-channel transfers add fatigue and drift.
The AQVE Series (Variant B) closes that gap. 1.76 uL accuracy and 0.66 uL CV at the 110 uL nominal with motorized control across all 8 channels, and electronic spacing covers 384-well (4.5 mm) and 96-well (9 mm) plates. Sample addition, dilutions, and reformatting collapse into one instrument.
4.5–9 mm ELECTRONIC SPACING
One-button electronic spacing control covers 384 / 96-well plates — eliminating the row-by-row manual transfers between plate formats that destroy throughput and reproducibility.
110 uL NOMINAL ACCURACY
At full volume, the AQVE-110B delivers 1.6% accuracy and 0.6% CV per the catalog spec, verified against DIN EN ISO 8655-2 at an ISO 17025 accredited lab.
360° ROTATABLE HEAD
The head is fully tubeless and rotates a full 360°, keeping the display visible regardless of grip angle. Faster parameter checks and improved ergonomics on long protocols.
12 MODES + 6 PROGRAMS
Forward, reverse, mix, dilute, repetitive dispense, sequential, multi-stage aspirate, stepper. Six programs save to memory — recall complex protocols with one button.
"8 channels, 4.5–9 mm spacing, 1.6% accuracy at 110 uL." — The AQVE-110B replaces a manual workflow between 384 / 96-well plates with one motorized instrument and a single calibration certificate — the kind of consistency that previously required automated liquid handlers.
Key Features
- 8-Channel adjustable-spacing configuration
- Electronic one-button tip-spacing control
- Spacing range: 4.5 mm – 9 mm
- Plate compatibility: 384 / 96-well plates
- Volume range: 5 – 110 uL
- Increment resolution: 0.5 uL
- 1.6% accuracy at 110 uL nominal
- 0.6% CV at 110 uL nominal
- Color-coded volume identification — Light Yellow band
- Tubeless, fully rotatable 360° head
- 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 stainless steel tip cones on every channel
- 12 unique modes of operation
- Stores 6 user-defined programs in memory
- 3-speed pipetting selection (Low / Medium / High)
- Repetitive / stepper dispense mode
- 1-inch tempered LCD glass display
- Volume adjustment wheel for one-handed operation
- Soft-key programming interface
- Mini USB interface for diagnostics
- Manual tip ejection
- Universal tip cones — accept standard tip brands
- Lower section autoclavable at 121°C, 1 bar, 20 minutes
- ISO 17025 calibration certificate included
- Conforms to DIN EN ISO 8655-2 standards
Ideal Applications
ELISA & IMMUNOASSAY
Sample addition, antibody distribution, and substrate dispensing where intra-plate uniformity drives assay validity.
PCR ENZYME WORK
Polymerase, ligase, and restriction enzyme distribution across plate-based molecular biology workflows.
CELL-BASED ASSAYS
Compound addition for cytotoxicity panels and dose-response screening across plate formats.
Other Models in the AQVE Series (Variant B)
Eight channels optimized for 384-to-96-well reformatting — Variant B is the dedicated 384/96 transfer tool, available in low and mid volume ranges. The AQVE-110B is one of 3 volume tier(s) offered in this series — same handle, same firmware, same spacing range.
Other AQUA Adjustable Spacing series with different channel counts and spacing ranges:
AQVE-110B Accuracy & Precision
| Test Volume | Accuracy ±% | Accuracy ±uL | Precision CV ±% | Precision CV ±uL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 110 uL | 1.6 | 1.76 | 0.6 | 0.66 |
| 55 uL | 3.2 | 1.76 | 1.2 | 0.66 |
| 11 uL | 16 | 1.76 | 6 | 0.66 |
Error limits in accordance with DIN EN ISO 8655-2, based on the 110 uL nominal capacity. Per-channel calibration verified at an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory and supplied with each unit.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | AQVE-110B |
| Series | AQVE Series (Variant B) |
| Configuration | 8-Channel adjustable-spacing electronic pipettor |
| Number of Channels | 8 |
| Tip Spacing Range | 4.5 mm – 9 mm |
| Plate Compatibility | 384-well (4.5 mm) and 96-well (9 mm) plates |
| Spacing Adjustment | Electronic one-button control |
| Head Rotation | 360°, fully tubeless |
| Volume Range | 5 – 110 uL |
| Increment | 0.5 uL |
| Color Code | Light Yellow |
| Drive System | Linear stepping electronic piston control |
| Pipetting Modes | 12 (forward, reverse, mix, dilute, repetitive, stepper, etc.) |
| Memory Storage | 6 user-defined programs |
| Speed Settings | 3 (Low / Medium / High) |
| Display | 1-inch tempered LCD glass |
| Tip Cone Material | 304 grade stainless steel (per channel) |
| 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 AQVE-110B 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.