# Dilution dispenser

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<figure><img src="https://4216107837-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FeYTtd7c0A325muFr5lMW%2Fuploads%2FFbYw8cczdugoxsLmJ6kr%2Fimage.png?alt=media&#x26;token=db350f46-8e7f-4d97-9dd4-05485aa86751" alt=""><figcaption><p>Dilution dispenser in its packaging</p></figcaption></figure>

<a href="mailto:sales@sbtinstruments.com" class="button primary" data-icon="envelope">Contact SBT to purchase</a>
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## Use syringe filter to ensure sterility

[Replace the syringe filter](https://help.sbtinstruments.com/protocols/do-it-yourself-diy/assemble-dilution-dispenser/replace-syringe-filter) on the dilution dispenser at the start of each day.
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<table><thead><tr><th width="100">Item no.</th><th width="106" data-type="number">Quantity</th><th>Note</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><code>DD01</code></td><td>1</td><td><strong>SBT dilution dispenser</strong><br><mark style="color:$info;">We customize the Hirschmann ceramus® fix so that it pairs well with BactoBox®. Specifically, we cut the tubing to fit our</mark> <a href="../vials-flasks-and-liquids/dilution-liquid-5-l"><mark style="color:$info;">dilution liquid</mark></a> <mark style="color:$info;">and assemble the various parts for you. This avoids common mistakes.</mark></td></tr><tr><td>Third party</td><td>null</td><td><strong>Hirschmann ceramus® fix</strong><br><a href="https://hirschmannlab.de/en/produkt/ceramus-fix/"><mark style="color:$info;">Hirschmann</mark></a> <mark style="color:$info;">sells the dilution dispenser.</mark></td></tr></tbody></table>

## Use cases

Use the dilution dispenser to [make DIY dilution vials](https://help.sbtinstruments.com/protocols/do-it-yourself-diy/assemble-dilution-dispenser/make-diy-dilution-vial).

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[assemble-dilution-dispenser](https://help.sbtinstruments.com/protocols/do-it-yourself-diy/assemble-dilution-dispenser)
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[assemble-dilution-dispenser](https://help.sbtinstruments.com/protocols/do-it-yourself-diy/assemble-dilution-dispenser/assemble-dilution-dispenser)
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## Use the SBT dilution vial (bundled as `DV01`)

The SBT dilution vial pairs perfectly with your BactoBox®. It avoids all the [pitfalls of DIY dilution vials](https://help.sbtinstruments.com/troubleshooting/qualification-fails/dilution-vial-is-outside..).

The SBT dilution vial is filtered, conductivity-adjusted, and long-term stable thanks to gamma radiation sterilization.
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## Gallery

<figure><img src="https://4216107837-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FeYTtd7c0A325muFr5lMW%2Fuploads%2FGBwN3W4YLtLDRjCW3rEo%2FUsing_dilution_dispenser.avif?alt=media&#x26;token=97fef6a8-09ba-4b35-af5a-1baa56bc2ba6" alt="" width="375"><figcaption><p>This video shows how to <a href="../../../protocols/do-it-yourself-diy/assemble-dilution-dispenser/make-diy-dilution-vial">make a DIY dilution vial</a> with the dilution dispenser.</p></figcaption></figure>


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