ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited Pipette Calibration
Pipette Calibration Services from QCS
Pipettes serve as the cornerstone of laboratory precision, enabling accurate liquid handling that determines the validity of research results, diagnostic accuracy, and pharmaceutical quality across scientific disciplines. From pharmaceutical research and clinical diagnostics to biotechnology development and analytical chemistry, pipette accuracy directly impacts experimental reproducibility, dosing precision, and analytical reliability. When pipettes drift out of calibration or deliver inaccurate volumes, the consequences can include invalid research data, failed experiments, incorrect diagnoses, regulatory violations, and compromised product quality that wastes time, resources, and scientific effort.
Quality Control Services, backed by the trusted Accredited Labs network, delivers metrology-based pipette calibration services, ensuring the precision and reliability your operations demand.
Pipette Calibration Offerings
With over 25 years of experience in pipette calibration and maintenance, QCS offers comprehensive services that comply with GMP/GLP and ISO standards, tailored to meet the needs of various laboratories. Whether you're in Life Sciences, BioTech, Pharmaceuticals, Academia, or other fields, our services help you maximize bench time and minimize downtime.
Our three most popular preventive maintenance and calibration service offerings include:
Certificate of Calibration (COC)
A customer friendly option that provides reassurance that your pipettes are performing optimally, accurately and precisely. Includes As Found (2 x 3), inspection, preventive maintenance, and As Left (2 x 5).
Certificate w/ Data (CWD)
Provides end users with tangible data and increased confidence with how your pipettes are performing accuracy and precision wise. Includes As Found (2 x 3), inspection, preventive maintenance, and As Left (2 x 5), with data.
Certificate w/ Data & Uncertainty (A2LA)
Provides end users with the highest pipette confidence in accuracy, precision, and measurement of uncertainty. Includes As Found (3 x 3), inspection, preventive maintenance, and As Left (3 x 10), with data.
| Level of Service Provided |
Certificate of Calibration (COC) |
Certificate with Data (CWD) |
A2LA with Data & Uncertainty (A2LA) |
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| As Found Measurements | Data: NO 2x3 |
Data: YES 2x3 |
Data: YES 3x3 |
| Inspection & Functional Checks |
YES | YES | YES |
| Liquid Leak Testing |
YES | YES | YES |
| Preventive Maintenance* |
YES | YES | YES |
| Repairs: if needed, Most Models* |
YES | YES | YES |
| As Left Measurements |
Data: NO 2x3 |
Data: YES 2x5 |
Data: YES 3x10 |
| Calibration Certificate |
YES | YES | YES |
| Affixed Calibration Sticker |
YES | YES | YES |
The return form below includes current pricing
* Inspection and preventive maintenance (PM) include the inspection, functional tests, liquid leak check, cleaning, replacement, and lubrication of the liquid end components as needed with manufacturer parts and lubricant(s). Repairs and replacement of some parts may be at an additional charge with the customer’s approval.
Optional Services:
| Cat No. | Description | |||
| DNA- Away |
Full External Cleaning Of The Pipette w/ DNA-Away Upon Completion of Preventive Maintenance & As Left Measurement Processes |
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| RNase- Away |
Full External Cleaning Of The Pipette w/ RNase-Away Upon Completion of Preventive Maintenance & As Left Measurement Processes |
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| DNA & RNase |
Full External Cleaning Of The Pipette w/ DNA-Away and RNase-Away Upon Completion of Preventive Maintenance & As Left Measurement Processes |
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| 24 Hr TAT |
When Scheduled In Advance w/ QCS, Pipettes will be Serviced, Calibrated, & Returned Within 24 Hours Upon Receipt at Our Facility. |
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* Inspection and preventive maintenance (PM) include the inspection, functional tests, liquid leak check, cleaning, replacement and lubrication of the liquid end components as needed with manufacturer parts and lubricant(s). Repairs and replacement of some parts may be at an additional charge with the customer’s approval.
We reserve the right to revoke any stated offer and to correct any errors, inaccuracies, or omissions. Prices subject to change without notice.
8 and 12 Channel Multichannel Pipettes
Receive full As Found and As Left data on the 1st channel. All remaining channels, receive three measurements at nominal, with the mean reported on the calibration certificate for each specific channel.
Full Gravimetric Evaluation on Every 8 or 12 Channel Pipette
Contact QCS for pricing and availability. Each 8 or 12 channel pipette will receive individual As Found and As Left measurements on every channel as if it were a single channel pipette, based on the calibration service selected (e.g., As Found 2x3 or 3x3. As Left 2x5 or 3x10).
Return & Decon Form
When sending pipettes into Quality Control Services, please complete the writeable pdf form, or print and complete manually. Please ensure that the pipette decontamination box is checked and a signature is provided to avoid turnaround delays. Our ship to address is:
Quality Control Services, Inc.
Attn: Pipette Service
2340 SE 11th Avenue
Portland, OR 97214
Pipette DNA & RNase Cleaning
For those customers that want added extra protection from DNA, DNase, and RNase, QCS offers an optional DNA-Away and/or RNase-Away external pipette cleaning.
Upon completion of preventive maintenance, our service personnel will clean internally and externally the pipette shaft with DNA-Away, and/or RNase-Away, as well as externally wipe the entire exterior of your pipette with DNA-Away and/or RNase Away. The pipette will be placed in a sealed Ziploc bag and externally cleaned one last time after completion of the As Left process.
Turn-Around-Time (TAT)
On most occasions, pipettes are received, processed, and calibrated within three to four (3-4) business days upon receipt at QCS. If an uncommon delay is encountered or anticipated, QCS will contact the customer promptly. Pipettes received after 12:00PM PT will be received on the next business day.
Expedited Service: Quality Control Services, Inc. offers a 24-hour expedited calibration service when scheduled in advanced. Please contact QCS at 1-800-843-1237 x3010 for scheduling, details, and approval. Limited to 15 single channel pipettes or 5 Multichannel pipettes. An additional charge will be added per pipette to cover expedited service.
Note: Pipettes sent in for expedited service without obtaining advanced QCS approval may not be returned within 24 hours.
Depot and Field Service
Quality Control Services offers both in-house (depot) and field service calibration. Our in-house temperature and humidity controlled calibration lab provides national calibration services from coast-to-coast. Most calibration services are completed within 3-4 business days.
Our field service pipette calibration proudly serves the Pacific Northwest, including Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, and some parts of Northern California. Please contact QCS at 1-800-843-1237 x3010 for more details. Field service is subject to availability and minimum pipette requirements.
Pipette Brands and Models We Service
We work with all makes and models of pipettes regardless of manufacturer, providing comprehensive calibration for the complete spectrum of liquid handling instruments, including:
Major Manufacturers: Eppendorf, Rainin, Gilson, BrandTech, Sartorius, Hamilton, CAPP, Integra Biosciences, Biohit, Nichiryo, Labnet, Matrix, Socorex, Cole-Palmer, Drummond, Accupet, Oxford Lab Products, Jencons, Hirschmann, Heathrow, Falcon, and many others.
Pipette Types: Single-channel pipettes, multi-channel pipettes, electronic pipettes, manual pipettes, adjustable volume pipettes, fixed volume pipettes, and specialized liquid handling instruments across all volume ranges and configurations.
Industry and Application Use Cases
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Pharmaceuticals and Life Sciences: Pharmaceutical laboratories rely on accurate pipetting for analytical testing, quality control, and research applications. Our calibration services ensure analytical accuracy for pharmaceutical analysis and regulatory compliance.
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Research and Development: Research laboratories across industries use pipettes as a foundational liquid handling tool for materials research, product development, and scientific investigation. Our services support research accuracy, data integrity, and experimental reproducibility.
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Quality Control Laboratories: Independent testing labs and quality control facilities require calibrated liquid handling instruments for diverse testing services. Our calibration services support laboratory accreditation and quality management systems.
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Paints and Coatings Manufacturing: Our calibration services support accurate liquid measurement for paint and coating formulation and quality assurance.
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Printing and Graphic Arts: Our services ensure accurate liquid handling for print quality control applications.
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Automotive and Transportation: Our calibration services support automotive manufacturing and refinishing operations requiring precise liquid measurement.
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Plastics and Polymers: Our services ensure accurate liquid handling for plastic product manufacturing and quality control.
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Food and Beverage: Our services support food quality control and manufacturing operations requiring precise liquid measurement.
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Cosmetics and Personal Care: Our calibration services ensure product consistency and quality for cosmetic manufacturing.
Ready to Start Calibrating?
Easily achieve compliance with QCS's trusted, accredited pipette calibration services, designed to meet your needs from the start.