Description

Description

Description

  • Key Performance Benefit: The 1800 Series CleanWIPE Foam Swabs from Foamtec are designed specifically for use in environments where electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection is crucial.
  • Material & Construction: These swabs have open-cell CleanWIPE® polyurethane foam tips that are both soft and flexible, making them suited for cleaning delicate surfaces and hard-to-reach areas. The tips are thermally bonded to a static dissipative handle.
  • Risk Reduction / Compliance Benefit: The foam used in these swabs provides low particle generation, helping maintain cleanliness and the integrity of sensitive components in critical environments.
  • Protection Level: Designed to minimize electrostatic discharge when handling sensitive electronic components.
  • Comfort & Usability: Soft and flexible foam tips allow access to hard-to-reach areas while remaining gentle on delicate surfaces.
  • Safety & Compliance Assurance: Manufactured and packaged in an ISO 5 & ISO 13485 certified cleanroom and supplied in double-bagged packaging to support cleanroom entry procedures.

Recommended For

  • Cleaning sensitive electronic components
  • Cleaning delicate surfaces
  • Accessing hard-to-reach areas
  • Environments requiring electrostatic discharge protection
  • Cleaning protocols using various solvents
  • Critical cleanroom environments

Primary Industries

  • Medical Device Manufacturing
  • Hard Disk Drive Manufacturing
  • Precision Manufacturing

Standards and Certifications

  • ISO 5 cleanroom manufacturing
  • ISO 13485 cleanroom manufacturing

Packaging

  • 500 Swabs / Pack
  • 16 Packs / Case
  • 8,000 Swabs Total
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Properties

Head Thickness 5.0 mm
Head Width 6.0 mm
Head Length 17.8 mm
Handle Length 133.9 mm
Handle Diameter 2.9 mm
Total Length 151.7 mm
Head Material CleanWIPE®
Head Bond Thermal
Handle Material Static Dissipative Polypropylene
Handle Color White

FAQs

When should an ESD-safe swab be used instead of a standard cleaning swab?

An ESD-safe swab should be used when cleaning or handling electronic components that may be sensitive to electrostatic discharge. The static dissipative handle helps reduce the risk of static buildup during cleaning tasks, making it suitable for environments where protecting electronic assemblies is important.

What types of electronic components are commonly cleaned with ESD-safe foam swabs?

These swabs are often used to clean circuit boards, connectors, sensors, and other delicate electronic assemblies. Their soft foam tips allow technicians to remove particles or residues without applying excessive pressure, helping maintain the integrity of sensitive electronic components during assembly or maintenance procedures.

How do ESD-safe swabs support cleanroom contamination control?

ESD-safe swabs designed for cleanroom use typically feature low particle generation and controlled manufacturing processes. This helps reduce the introduction of contaminants during cleaning tasks while maintaining the cleanliness standards required for critical production environments and sensitive electronic manufacturing operations.

Can these swabs be used with solvents during electronic cleaning processes?

Yes, foam swabs are commonly used with compatible cleaning solvents when removing residues from electronic components. The foam structure can hold small amounts of liquid, allowing technicians to apply cleaning solutions in a controlled way while targeting specific areas that require residue or particle removal.

What handling practices help maintain cleanliness in cleanroom environments?

To preserve cleanliness, swabs should remain sealed in their double-bagged packaging until use and be opened in accordance with cleanroom entry procedures. Operators typically handle swabs with appropriate gloves and avoid touching the foam tip before cleaning to reduce the risk of introducing contaminants. Swabs w/ ESD Safe Handle