Affordable 4-in-1 automated pipetting technology

    Whether it's serial dilutions, ELISA assays, qPCR/PCR setups, or NGS workflows, automate your single and multistep protocols with the versatile apricot DC1 pipettor. Get the equivalent of four pipetting tools within one compact solution thanks to the apricot DC1's unique dual-core pipetting technology.

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    Full walkaway capability at a competitive price

    Automated liquid handling instruments aren't all created equal. When it comes to price versus functionality considerations, the apricot DC1 hits the sweet spot. Unique dual-core technology gives you a robust all-in-one platform for low-volume, high-volume, single, and multichannel pipetting. Thanks to the highly accessible out-of-the-box automation, there's no need to purchase expensive additional modules.

    Get most of the base functionality of a high-end solution, but without the large footprint, complex setups, and high cost of bespoke add-ons.

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    Entry-level-solutions
    • Limited functionality
    • Flexible, single-step tools
    • Compact or handheld
    • No walkaway capability
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    • Highly versatile with 4-in-1 head and 9 deck positions
    • User-friendly for simple and complex workflows
    • Small benchtop footprint
    • Lots of out-of-the box functionality for base configuration
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    High-end solutions
    • Highly bespoke solutions for dedicated workflows
    • Large upfront cost - difficult to set up for ad hoc tasks
    • Large instrument footprint
    • High price for bespoke integrations

    The versatile choice for startups and academic research institutions

    Do you want your PCR/qPCR samples ready and assembled from tube to final plate? Perhaps you need a flexible solution for serial dilutions or ELISA? It's never been easier for startups and academic research labs to get up and running with a cost-effective liquid handling platform that can be used across a wide range of applications areas.

    • Dual high-volume and low-volume pipetting cores give you highly accurate pipetting across the 1-1000μL volume range
    • Easy-to-use software requires no previous automation experience
    • Highest quality, automated load (AL) 96-channel tips give you greater walkaway time in multistep protocols
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    Trusted by industry leaders

    "5/5 for easy to import, create or edit workflows/protocols. Our apricot works really well for NGS protocols. 5/5 for easy to calibrate and re-initialize. 5/5 for great after sales-care & customer services."

    Stella Huang | R&D Scientist | seqWell 

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