Surge Scientific · Model NRO-F-1 · Fixed Volume 1 uL
NERO NRO-F-1
Single Channel Fixed Volume Pipettor
Fixed 1 uL Dispense · UniCal® Recalibration · ISO 8655 Certified
Repetitive identical-volume protocols — rapid test kits, diagnostic plate fills, master mix distribution — lose throughput and accuracy when operators dial volume on every transfer. The NRO-F-1 is purpose-built for this workflow: a fixed 1 uL dispense, a 3-5N ultra-soft plunger, and UniCal® recalibration in under 30 seconds.
Why The NRO-F-1?
Fixed-volume pipetting solves a problem variable-volume pipettes don't: it eliminates the volume-drift risk entirely. Rapid test kit manufacturing, diagnostic QC labs, and high-throughput plate filling all benefit from a pipette where the operator cannot accidentally change the dispense volume mid-shift.
The NRO-F-1 delivers fixed 1 uL dispenses with 5% accuracy and 5% CV at nominal, calibrated against DIN EN ISO 8655-2 at Microlit's NABL ISO 17025 lab. Combined with NERO's UniCal® technology, an operator can recalibrate the pipette in under 30 seconds without disengaging digits or sending the instrument out for service.
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.
5% AT NOMINAL
At 1 uL, the NRO-F-1 delivers 5% accuracy and 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.
"Fixed 1 uL, 5% accuracy, recalibration in 30 seconds." — The NRO-F-1 is built for production-scale repetitive workflows where volume consistency is non-negotiable and downtime for calibration is unaffordable.
Key Features
- Fixed volume: 1 uL
- 5% accuracy at nominal volume
- 5% CV at nominal volume
- Color-coded volume identification — Grey band
- Single-step fixed dispense - no volume drift risk
- Ideal for repetitive identical-volume protocols
- 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 & NGS WORKFLOWS
Master mix assembly, primer/probe handling, and NGS library prep where 0.5 uL drift costs entire runs.
SINGLE-CELL GENOMICS
Single-cell isolation downstream prep, rare-cell handling, and digital PCR setup.
TRACE ANALYSIS
Forensic sample work, drug discovery hit confirmation, and stable-isotope dilution.
Other Models in the NERO Fixed Volume Range
The NRO-F-1 is one of 15 fixed-volume models in the NERO single-channel platform. All share the same handle, UniCal® technology, µAir® zero-dead-air system, and accessory ecosystem.
Need volume flexibility instead? The NERO variable-volume range covers 9 ranges from 0.2 uL to 10 mL:
NRO-F-1 Accuracy & Precision
| Test Volume | Accuracy ±% | Accuracy ±uL | Precision CV ±% | Precision CV ±uL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 uL | 5 | 0.05 | 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-F-1 |
| Configuration | Single channel fixed-volume pipettor |
| Volume Type | Fixed |
| Volume | 1 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-F-1 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.