Foamtec CleanWIPE® Flexible Medium Cylinder Foam Tip Swabs - 8,000 Swabs/Case - HT1001

$1,173.67
Description

Description

Description

  • Key Performance Benefit: Designed for high-precision cleaning, CleanWIPE® swabs are widely used globally across critical sectors, including medical devices, hard disk drives, and precision manufacturing. Their design ensures particle-free surfaces, safeguarding the quality of sensitive components.
  • Material & Construction: The swabs are crafted through an automated fabrication and inspection process that eliminates defects common in traditional swabs, offering a clean, scratch-free application. The swab tip is constructed from medical-grade open-cell PU foam.
  • Risk Reduction / Compliance Benefit: High-purity formulation and multistage washing process ensure a swab free of Amines, Sulphur, and Chloride, ensuring compatibility with the curing of platinum-cured silicones, adhesives, and epoxies.
  • Protection Level: Super fine seal eliminates the risk of scratching delicate optical assemblies.
  • Comfort & Usability: Available in very small point-and-paddle style head shapes for cleaning very small spaces.
  • Safety & Compliance Assurance: Manufactured in an ISO-certified cleanroom with complete traceability of materials. The proprietary washing process enables the swabs to pass ISO 10993-5 cytotoxicity testing. Pyrogen-free versions are available upon request.

Recommended For

  • Medical device manufacturing
  • Hard disk drive manufacturing
  • Precision manufacturing
  • Cleaning delicate optical assemblies
  • Removal of silicones, adhesives, and epoxies
  • Cleaning very small spaces

Primary Industries

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

Standards and Certifications

  • ISO-certified cleanroom manufacturing
  • ISO 10993-5 cytotoxicity testing

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 Polypropylene
Handle Color Blue

FAQs

When should an extended-length swab be used for cleaning applications?

An extended length swab is useful when technicians need to reach inside equipment housings, deep assemblies, or recessed areas where standard swabs cannot easily access. The longer handle provides additional reach and control, helping operators clean internal components without disassembling surrounding parts.

What types of surfaces are commonly cleaned with medium-sized foam swab heads?

Medium-sized foam heads are typically used for cleaning moderately sized precision surfaces such as connectors, internal device parts, and small assemblies. They provide more surface contact than micro swabs while still allowing controlled access to confined areas, helping technicians remove particles or residues efficiently.

How can technicians maintain control when working with longer swabs?

Operators often hold the swab closer to the foam tip when performing delicate cleaning tasks. This grip improves precision and stability while reducing the chance of unintended contact with nearby components. Using slow, controlled movements helps ensure contaminants are removed without disturbing sensitive parts.

Can these swabs support equipment maintenance tasks?

Yes, these swabs are often used during routine equipment maintenance and inspection procedures. Their extended reach allows technicians to clean internal areas, remove residues, or wipe precision components inside machinery where standard wipes or shorter swabs may not provide sufficient access.

What helps ensure consistent cleaning results across different applications?

Consistent results are typically achieved by using fresh swabs for each cleaning step and applying minimal solvent when needed. Replacing the swab after it collects contaminants helps prevent redeposition of residues onto surfaces and supports contamination-control practices commonly required in precision manufacturing environments. Rigid Medium Bulb Foam Tip over Cotton Swabs with