P-30
Vertical Micropipette Puller

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The P-30 Vertical Micropipette Puller is designed for producing basic micropipettes and patch pipettes. It can pull micropipettes with tip diameters as small as 0.3 μm and moderate tapers (6 to 10 mm). Using the included patch pull attachment, the P-30 can pull standard double-pull patch pipettes. When used with thin-walled glass capillaries, it can generate pipettes or needles suitable for microinjection studies. The P-30 is an ideal choice for student laboratories and other applications requiring economical and reliable pipette pulling equipment.

The P-30 is available with either platinum/iridium or nichrome wire. Nichrome wire is suitable for a variety of applications and is less prone to damage. Platinum wire heats and cools more efficiently, and although it is more fragile than nichrome wire, it is recommended for thick-walled glass, aluminosilicate glass, and applications requiring shorter tapers.

Common Applications for the P-30

• Caenorhabditis elegans
• Xenopus laevis

• Drosophila microinjection

Features
• Consistently and reliably pulls electrodes with tip diameters as small as 0.3 μm.
• The micrometer allows precise reproduction of the breakpoint setting when producing fine microelectrodes.
• Full three-digit control for precise setting of heat and pull values.
• Constant current power supply for the filament and pull solenoid.
• Enclosed front reduces variations caused by airflow.
• Dual (manual) switching heating settings for patch pulling or two different types of micropipettes.
• All working parts are made of corrosion-resistant materials.
• Two heating assembly options: platinum/iridium (recommended) or nichrome coil.
• Built-in RFI filter and dual voltage/dual frequency operation.
• Jaws with rubber pads minimize capillary breakage.
• Designed to occupy minimal bench space.
• Angled front panel helps prevent glass from entering the cabinet/solenoid mechanism.