From: Andrew Leech <A.Leech@uea.ac.uk>
  To  : RASMB@bbri.org
  Date: Tue, 29 Aug 2000 17:50:32 +0100 (BST)

RE: scratches on centerpieces

I too use the long gel tips for loading. They are not quite long
enough to empty cells, but I have adapted them by adding a small
piece of polythene capilliary held on with a bit of silicone
tubing.

I have a related question, which is about cleaning the centrepieces.
For "stubborn" deposits I have been (very carefully!) using a pipe-
cleaner to get into the corners at the bottom of the wedge. This
is not very satisfactory as the pipe cleaners have wire in them,
and I'm afraid of making scratches. What do other people do to get
their cells squeaky-clean?

Andrew

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