ali-Q™ aliquoting pipet controller
ali-Q 2 series with variable aliquoting speed model now available! ali-Q is the world's only aliquoting pipet controller. Innovative unique pipetting technology to give you 2-in-1 functionality using serological pipets. Accurate reproducible aliquoting/multidispensing with no need to watch the graduations and no need for special tips. Aspirate and dispense conventionally.
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Great Results
Highly reproducible and accuracy with the press of one button.
Speed dial for adjustable aliquoting speed (VS model only). On-board calibration software. Removable kickstand. Lighter weight.
Review Date: 27 Jul 2022 | VistaLab Technologies
Great pipet controller, but do not use with acids.
Analyzing elemental/isotopic ratios in tissue samples
I really like this pipet controller because it is easy to use and the aliquoting mode is very convenient. However, pipetting concentrated acids will cause the unit to malfunction. This was not listed in the product description or manual when I purchased the pipet controller, so I assumed that it could handle acids similar to the other pipet controllers used in my lab. When my unit malfunctioned due to use with acids, VistaLab repaired it for free and their technical service representative (Jon Benack) was a pleasure to work with. I often need precise volumes of acids in my research, so I am disappointed that it cannot handle acids. However, I will continue to use this pipet controller with non-corrosive chemicals because of it's ease of use.
Review Date: 15 Jun 2022 | VistaLab Technologies
A wonderful tool which will make your life in the lab easier
Cell culture media change and other applications
Every day, changing the medium is a task that could be boring, but using the ali-Q pipet is really easy and safe, as it allows you to just dispense the needed medium without worrying about putting too much or too less, as this fantastic pipet allows you to release the right amount of medium with just one click in an automatic way. Like this was not enough, this pipet can control the speed at which the medium is released into each well, making even easier your "boring" change of the medium.
Review Date: 14 Jun 2022 | VistaLab Technologies
This pipette saves us lots of time when making multiple QC aliquots.
Reagent preparation
Just purchased the Ali-Q pipette. This is a great instrument for preparing multiple aliquots of reagent for our sickle cell testing and control aliquots. The speed is fantastic. It took some getting used to but now we love it. It is a great time saver for our busy core lab.
Review Date: 15 Nov 2021 | VistaLab Technologies
Saved my scientists' wrists
Cell line development
Very comfortable to hold and, combined with the wobble-not pipettes, very clean to use in the BSC, hardly any drips!
Review Date: 15 Nov 2021 | VistaLab Technologies
Nice pipettor, easy to use, questionable accuracy.
Tissue culture
Product works well. I like having the ability to control how many mLs to dispense at a time. Although, I don't trust the volumes entirely so I would say it is a nice feature if accuracy is not a concern.
Review Date: 15 Nov 2021 | VistaLab Technologies
Manufacturer's Response
Thank you for your review, RoseAnn. We're so happy you like the ali-Q for your multidispenses. We would like to address your concerns about accuracy, though. As you may know, ali-Q was specifically designed to be repeatedly accurate for aliquots due to its computer controlled technology, more accurate than measuring by eye. Are your accuracy concerns from observation, for example looking at the lines on your serological pipet? The lines themselves generally have a 2% error of full volume. May we suggest weighing aliquots to check accuracy? In any case, we are always happy to address your specific concerns. Please feel free to email ali-Q@vistalab.com with any questions or to let us know how we can help you.
Life saver when aliquoting hundreds of vials with mls of volume.
Protein production
Initial product had issues with charging port. Customer service team immediately sent a shipping label, replaced the dysfunctional component and returned the product within 72 hours of receiving. Excellent service.
Review Date: 27 Jan 2021 | VistaLab Technologies
Nice product if accuracy demands are low for the usage.
Virology
Very easy to use but not always consistently delivering the same volume for the whole dispensing cycle (within loose tolerance of ~<10%): thus the whole knockdown on the ratings.
Review Date: 27 Jan 2021 | VistaLab Technologies
One less thing to worry about! Sturdy piece of equipment.
Stem cell culture
2 years going strong. I only had one issue in those 2 years, which was fixed quickly after contacting support (just had to disconnect and reconnect the unit's battery).
Review Date: 27 Jan 2021 | VistaLab Technologies
Saves a ton of time!
Microbiology
Love this product! It makes filling hundreds of test tubes a breeze.
Review Date: 27 Jan 2021 | VistaLab Technologies
Unlike any other pipet controller, ali-Q™ allows you to aliquot accurately with each push of the unique purple aliquoting button. Simply set the volume for each aliquot with the ali-Q™ dial and hold down the aliquoting button for each aliquot. Eliminate time-consuming and inconsistent meniscus eyeballing, i.e. no need to watch the graduations on the serological pipet. And now, the next generation ali-Q 2 series is here, with a new removable kickstand and on-board calibration, plus lighter in weight than the original.
3 models of ali-Q 2 available:
- high fixed speed ali-Q 2
- low fixed speed ali-Q 2 LS
- variable speed ali-Q 2 VS
The new Variable Speed ali-Q 2 model allows user to adjust the aliquoting speed to fit their application needs providing even more versatility for repeat pipetting in any application that requires multidispensing the same volume over and over again. And all you need are serological pipets for repeat pipetting as well as conventional pipetting with your 2-in-1 ali-Q 2 pipettor. Let ali-Q‘s proprietary innovative pipetting technology do all the work to save you time and effort with accuracy and superior reproducibility. Increase your productivity. Pipetting is faster and easier with ali-Q.
