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Foamtec CleanWIPE® Rigid Large Oval Foam Tip Swabs - 4,000 Swabs/Case - HT1000

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SKU: HT1000
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Description

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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
  • 8 Packs / Case
  • 4,000 Swabs Total
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Properties

Head Thickness 7.0 mm
Head Width 11.1 mm
Head Length 21.1 mm
Handle Length 121.6 mm
Handle Diameter 2.9 mm
Total Length 142.7 mm
Head Material CleanWIPE®
Head Bond Thermal
Handle Material Polypropylene
Handle Color Blue
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FAQs

When should a larger foam swab be used instead of smaller precision swabs?

A larger foam swab is useful when cleaning broader surfaces or components that require greater coverage in a single pass. It allows technicians to remove residues or particles more efficiently while maintaining gentle contact, making it suitable for larger assemblies, equipment surfaces, or components that still require controlled cleaning.

Which cleaning tasks benefit from the extended handle length?

The extended handle allows operators to reach deeper into equipment housings, enclosures, or recessed areas where standard swabs may not provide sufficient access. This can be helpful during maintenance, inspection, or assembly tasks in which technicians must clean components inside larger devices or manufacturing equipment.

Can this swab be used for cleaning larger optical or precision components?

Yes, the larger foam head can be useful for cleaning broader optical or precision surfaces where a small swab may require multiple passes. The foam structure helps distribute pressure more evenly across the surface, allowing careful removal of particles or residues while maintaining control during the cleaning process.

How do technicians control solvent use when cleaning with larger swabs?

Technicians typically apply a controlled amount of compatible solvent to the foam tip before wiping the surface. Using minimal liquid helps prevent oversaturation and reduces the risk of solvent spreading to nearby areas. Controlled application allows more precise cleaning of targeted surfaces or components.

What handling practices help maintain cleanliness before and during use?

To preserve cleanliness, swabs should remain sealed in their packaging until required and handled with clean gloves in controlled work areas. Avoid touching the foam head or placing the swab on unclean surfaces before use. Following these practices helps maintain contamination control during sensitive cleaning tasks. Flexible Medium Cylinder Foam