The Air-Z Mini is TriContinent's most economical and compact air displacement pipette.
This model is an ideal pipettor for low-duty cycle applications and was designed for easy installation and replacement. Use of the Air-Z Mini results in prevention of cross contamination and carry over during sample transfer and reagent aliquoting.
By implementing the Air-Z Mini in your instrument you eliminate tubing and priming that is normally required for liquid handling.
Automated air displacement pipetting module available with or without control electronics and pressure sensor.
TriContinent's first air displacement pipette with proven technology for use on liquid handling robotic systems.
Most economical model for low-duty cycle applications, designed for easy installation and replacement.
Fully-featured, fully programmable air-displacement pipetting module with integrated tip ejection and automatic detection of liquid levels, tips, tip blockage, step loss and more.
Air-Z FEATURES | Air-Z Premier | Air-Z Flex | Air-Z Mini (available upon request) | Air-Z Legacy |
High-resolution encoder (step loss detection) | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
Liquid level detection: pressure (pLLD) | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
Liquid level detection: capative & hybrid (cLLD & hLLD) | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
Real time streaming pressure data | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
Quiet at all speeds | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Built-in tip ejector | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
Clogged tip detection | ✓ | Option | ✗ | ✗ |
Fully programmable (w/control electronics) | ✓ | Option | ✗ | ✗ |
Optional horizontal or vertical mounting orientation | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
Pump volume options | 1000 μl | 50 μl, 250 μl, 1000 μl | 50 μl | 20 μl, 1000 μl, 2000 μl, 5000 μl |
Tip volume availability | 20 μl, 50 μl, 200 μl, 1000 μl | 20 μl, 50 μl, 200 μl, 1000 μl | 20 μl, 50 μl | 20 μl, 1000 μl, 2000 μl, 5000 μl |
Overall dimensions without disposable tip (H x W x D) | 168.7 mm x 60.5 mm x 30.5 mm | 130.5 mm x 30.6 mm x 25.0 mm | 110.7 mm x 20.2 mm x 19 mm | 131 mm x 47 mm |
Dispense Speed | 1 μL /second up to 300 μL /second (with optional controller) |
Volume Resolution | 0.05 μL /half step increments with 1100 increments/full stroke |
Operating Noise | <60 dBA |
Addressing | Maximum of 15 pumps individually when using optional controller |
Operating Temperature Operating Humidity | 15°C to 40°C (59°F to 104°F) |
20% to 95% RH at 40°C (104°F) | |
Non-Operating Temperature Non-Operating Humidity | -20°C to 65°C (-4°F to 149°F) |
30% to 85% RH | |
Media Temperature | 15°C to 40°C (59°F to 104°F) |
Overall Dimensions (H x W x D) (with tip adapter and without disposable tip) | 4.32 in. [109.8 mm] x .80 in. [20.3 mm] x 1.0 in. [25.2 mm] width and depth can vary depending on motor wire housing position |
Weight | 30 gm |
Motor Data | Resistance / Phase 20.0 Ω |
Inductance / Phase 5.6 mH | |
Rated Current 0.20 A | |
Rated Voltage 4.0 V |
Imprecision (full volume) at 50 μL | <1% CV |
Inaccuracy (full volume) at 50 μL | <1% |
Ordering Information | |
Air-Z Mini, 50 μL |
Ordering Information | |
1000 μL Tips, Clear, Non-Sterile, Non-Filtered, 96/rack | |
200 μL Tips, Clear, Non-Sterile, Non-Filtered, 96/rack | |
50 μL Tips, Clear, Non-Sterile, Non-Filtered, 96/rack | |
1000 μL Tips, LLD, Non-Sterile, Non-Filtered, 96/rack | |
200 μL Tips, LLD, Non-Sterile, Non-Filtered, 96/rack | |
50 μL Tips, LLD, Non-Sterile, Non-Filtered, 96/rack |
Ordering Information | ||
Tip Adapter |
TriContinent operates an ISO 13485 registered manufacturing facility that delivers the highest quality products. Z-Series Pumps are general laboratory components not subject to FDA regulatory approval. TriContinent uses the highest quality components with applicable safety markings to meet the needs of system designers. Z-Series Pumps do not carry independent CE markings as they are components designed for use within larger systems which are subject to independent testing and certification.
We stand behind the Z-Series Pumps with a 1-year warranty. During the warranty period, should a Z-Series Pump fail, call us with an explanation of malfunction and TriContinent will issue a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number for repair or replacement at our discretion, at no charge.
It is the responsibility of the customer to determine the suitability of an application and the material compatibility of our product with your application.
When returning a product for repair or replacement, please contact TriContinent Customer Service to receive an RMA number. When calling please be sure to have the following information available:
TriContinent will not accept the return of any product with out prior approval. TriContinent reserves the right to refuse a return of product that has been used with infectious microbiological or radioactive substances or any other materials that may be deemed hazardous.
The RMA number should be referenced on the outside of the shipping container when returning to TriContinent.
The above warranty shally not apply for defective products resulting from:
Note: For equipment damaged in shipping, please contact the shipper directly.
