2018-09-092018-09-092008http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12091/261Pipettes are devices used for measuring or transferring small volumes of liquid from one container to another with great precision. There are many pipette models. Initially, they were made of glass; at present, there is a wide range of options. Fixed volume and variable volume pipettes with mechanical controls are highlighted herein. Recently, pipettes with electronic controls have been introduced into the market. This chapter deals with aspects referring to the maintenance and calibration1 of mechanical pipettes.en-USPipettesBook chapter