Surge Scientific · Model NRO-10 · Variable Volume 0.5-10 uL
NERO NRO-10
Single Channel Variable Volume Pipettor
Volume Range 0.5-10 uL · UniCal® Recalibration · µAir® Technology
The 0.5 - 10 uL window covers some of the most-used pipetting workflows in the modern lab. The NRO-10 delivers it with NERO's patented UniCal® recalibration in 30 seconds, µAir® zero dead-air space technology, and a 3-5N ultra-soft plunger that protects against RSI on long protocols.
Why The NRO-10?
Variable-volume pipetting at the 0.5 - 10 uL range demands two things conventional pipettes struggle to deliver simultaneously: precision across the full volume window, and ease of recalibration when drift appears. Most labs solve this by sending pipettes out for service quarterly — expensive and disruptive.
NERO's UniCal® technology eliminates that problem entirely. 1% accuracy and 0.5% CV at the 10 uL nominal is sustained through in-house recalibration that takes under 30 seconds and requires no disengagement of digits, no third-party service, and no instrument downtime.
UniCal® CALIBRATION
NERO's patented UniCal® technology lets you recalibrate in under 30 seconds in a single step — no disengaging digits, no third-party service, no instrument downtime.
1% AT 10 uL
At full nominal volume, the NRO-10 delivers 1% accuracy and 0.5% CV per the catalog spec, verified against DIN EN ISO 8655-2 at Microlit's NABL-accredited ISO 17025 lab.
µAir® ZERO DEAD-AIR
NERO's µAir® technology eliminates the dead-air space between piston and liquid — delivering accuracy and repeatability that conventional micropipettes cannot reach, especially at sub-microliter volumes.
3-5N PLUNGER FORCE
Ultra-soft plunger requires only 3-5N of force for the first stop — the lightest pipetting experience in the industry, designed to eliminate repetitive strain injury (RSI) on long protocols.
"1% accuracy, 0.5% CV, 30-second recalibration." — NERO's UniCal® technology (Indian Patent No. 405607) lets a lab technician recalibrate a drifted pipette in-house in under 30 seconds — without disassembly, without third-party service, without instrument downtime.
Key Features
- Volume range: 0.5 - 10 uL
- Increment: 0.01 uL
- 1% accuracy at full nominal volume
- 0.5% CV at full nominal volume
- Color-coded volume identification — Grey band
- 4-digit large easy-to-read display
- Volume adjustment via plunger
- UniCal® technology - recalibrate in 30 seconds
- µAir® zero dead-air space technology
- 3-5N ultra-soft plunger force (RSI-protective)
- Spring & ball-based self-locking digital display
- Universal tip cone - accepts standard tip brands
- Polypropylene chemical-resistant housing
- Fully autoclavable at 121°C, 15 psi for 15-20 mins
- Minimalistic design with seamless surface for cleaning
- Effortless pipetting with ultra-soft plunger
- ISO 17025 (NABL) calibration certificate included
- Conforms to DIN EN ISO 8655-2 standards
- India Design Mark: Good Design Award 2021
- 1-Year Free Replacement Warranty
Ideal Applications
qPCR PLATE SETUP
96- and 384-well qPCR loading where consistency directly affects Ct accuracy.
NGS LIBRARY PREP
Adapter ligation, bead cleanup elution, and PCR enrichment steps.
REAGENT DISTRIBUTION
Distributing master mix and enzyme cocktails with sub-microliter precision.
Other Models in the NERO Variable Volume Range
The NRO-10 is one of 9 variable-volume models in the NERO single-channel platform. All share the same handle, UniCal® technology, µAir® system, and accessory ecosystem.
Need a fixed-volume version for repetitive identical dispenses? The NERO fixed-volume range covers 15 set volumes from 1 uL to 10 mL:
NRO-10 Accuracy & Precision
| Test Volume | Accuracy ±% | Accuracy ±uL | Precision CV ±% | Precision CV ±uL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 uL (nominal) | 1 | 0.1 | 0.5 | 0.05 |
Error limits in accordance with DIN EN ISO 8655-2, based on the nominal capacity. Calibrated at Microlit's NABL/ISO 17025 accredited laboratory; calibration certificate supplied with every unit.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | NRO-10 |
| Configuration | Single channel variable-volume pipettor |
| Volume Type | Variable |
| Volume Range | 0.5 - 10 uL |
| Increment | 0.01 uL |
| Channels | 1 |
| Calibration Technology | UniCal® (Indian Patent No. 405607) |
| Air-Space Technology | µAir® zero dead-air space (Patent No. 4787901) |
| Plunger Force | 3-5N for first step (ultra-soft) |
| Digital Display | Spring & ball-based self-locking digital system |
| Tip Cone | Universal — accepts standard tip brands |
| Tip Ejection | Manual |
| Housing Material | Polypropylene (chemical resistant) |
| Autoclavability | Fully autoclavable at 121°C, 15 psi for 15-20 minutes |
| Calibration Standard | DIN EN ISO 8655-2 (NABL / ISO 17025 accredited lab) |
| Certifications | CE, ISO 9001, ISO 13485, ISO 17025 |
| Awards | India Design Mark: Good Design Award 2021 |
| 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 NRO-10 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.