Ritter

Ritter is a premier German manufacturer of high-precision plastic laboratory consumables and liquid handling systems, headquartered in Schwabmünchen. Since its founding in 1965, the company has spent over 60 years fulfilling its mission to provide "Reliable Solutions for Life Science," becoming a global specialist in injection molding for clinical and diagnostic applications. Ritter is internationally renowned for its expertise in manufacturing high-quality robotic pipette tips (compatible with major automated platforms) and its iconic Ripette® manual dispensers. By maintaining a state-of-the-art production facility with ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 certifications, the brand ensures that its plasticware meets the stringent purity and dimensional accuracy standards required for high-throughput screening and molecular diagnostics. Today, as a key part of the Avantor portfolio, Ritter is an essential partner for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, delivering "Made in Germany" excellence that ensures precision and reproducibility in every microliter.

The Ritter range at LabFriend features professional liquid handling solutions, headlined by their Ripette® mechanical dispensers and specialized Ritips® precision tips. These units are essential for the accurate serial dispensing of long liquid series without the need for constant refilling. For specialized automated workflows, the brand provides advanced life science support through their range of conductive robotic tips, designed for perfect compatibility with systems from Hamilton, Tecan, and Beckman Coulter. Their portfolio also encompasses essential general laboratory consumables, featuring high-clarity microplates, deep-well plates, and specialized cartridges for clinical chemistry. To support high-purity research, Ritter offers "Bioclean" grade products that are certified free from DNA, DNase, RNase, and pyrogens. By choosing Ritter through LabFriend, you benefit from competitive pricing and fast shipping on premium plastic engineering designed for professional consistency.

Why Choose Ritter for Your Laboratory?

• Six Decades of Plastic Engineering: Ritter combines deep expertise in injection molding with modern automation to produce labware with the tightest possible tolerances.
• OEM Compatibility Leader: Their robotic tips are specifically engineered to function seamlessly on the world's most popular liquid handling workstations, providing a reliable alternative to original manufacturer tips.
• Precise Serial Dispensing: The Ripette® system allows for the accurate dispensing of up to 48 steps in succession, significantly increasing efficiency in routine laboratory tasks.
• Highest Purity Standards: Manufactured in cleanroom environments, Ritter products ensure zero contamination for sensitive PCR and genomic applications.
• Robust & Scalable Production: With massive production capacity in Germany, Ritter ensures a stable supply of critical consumables for high-volume diagnostic laboratories.