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api/docs/v2/basic_commands/liquids.rst

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The optional ``push_out`` parameter of ``dispense()`` helps ensure all liquid leaves the tip. Use ``push_out`` for applications that require moving the pipette plunger lower than the default, without performing a full :ref:`blow out <blow-out>`.
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For example, this dispense action moves the plunger the equivalent of an additional 5 µL beyond where it would stop if ``push_out`` was set to zero or omitted::
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Flex pipettes include a ``push_out`` by default for any dispense that completely empties the attached pipette tip. The default ``push_out`` volume depends on your pipette and tip combination.
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.. list-table::
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:header-rows: 1
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* - **Pipette**
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- **Tip**
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- **``push_out`` Volume (µL)**
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* - 1- and 8-channel (50 µL)
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* 50
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* Default: 2
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* Low-volume mode: 7
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* - 1-, 8-, and 96-channel (1000 µL)
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* 50
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* 200
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* 1000
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* 7
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* 5
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* 20
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OT-2 pipettes do not include a ``push_out`` by default.
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You can change the ``push_out`` volume for any :py:meth:`~.InstrumentContext.dispense` command. For example, this dispense action moves the ``flex_1channel_1000`` pipette plunger the equivalent of an additional 5 µL beyond where it would stop when dispensing 100 µL of liquid.
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pipette.pick_up_tip()
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pipette.aspirate(100, plate["A1"])
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pipette.dispense(100, plate["B1"], push_out=5)
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pipette.drop_tip()
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To disable ``push_out`` during a dispense action, set ``push_out=0``.
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.. versionadded:: 2.15
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.. _new-blow-out:

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