TX3042P Sterile Vertex 12" x 12" Polyester Sealed Edge Wiper Pre-Wetted 70% IPA

TX3042P Sterile Vertex is a low-linting (no wiper is truly ‘zero-lint’ in every process condition), high-sorption polyester knit wiper designed for sterile wipe-downs, spill control, and controlled solvent application where edge integrity and wet-step consistency matter. It is produced from 100% continuous-filament polyester knit fabric made in the USA from virgin stock and processed on Texwipe’s Vertex manufacturing system, then supplied pre-wetted with 70% IPA in a controlled, triple-bagged sterile presentation.

• Size: 12" x 12" (31 cm x 31 cm) nominal
• Material: 100% continuous-filament polyester knit (virgin stock)
• Edge: Sealed edge
• Type: Sterile, pre-wetted wiper
• Wetting solution: 70% isopropyl alcohol (IPA) / 30% water (per Texwipe sterile pre-wet formulation)
• Manufacturing environment: Manufactured in an ISO Class 3 environment (Vertex process)
• Sterilization: Gamma irradiated in accordance with ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11137; Sterility Assurance Level (SAL) 10^-6
• Packaging: 25 wipers/bag (triple-bagged); 5 bags/case
• Use environments: ISO Class 3–8 cleanrooms and controlled areas (final suitability depends on your process and cleaning method)
• Shipping note: Consumer Commodity ORM-D shipment; Ground shipping only

Texwipe (an ITW company) differentiates itself in contamination-control wiping by treating the wiper as an engineered product, not a commodity consumable. Its manufacturing approach starts with material selection (including continuous-filament polyester for reduced shedding), then controls conversion and packaging in tightly managed process steps aligned to cleanroom application tiers.

For the Vertex platform specifically, Texwipe describes an integrated, hands-free micro-environment process that cleans and converts the wiper with a small physical footprint, supporting lot-to-lot consistency. SOSCleanroom (SOS) supports that manufacturing discipline with continuity of supply, clean documentation handoff (certs, lot traceability), and practical application support—so customers can standardize wiping materials with predictable performance while maintaining procurement reliability and audit readiness.

• High sorption capacity
• Unique fabric structure for soft feel and high uptake
• Gamma irradiated in accordance with ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11137
• Certificates of Processing and Compliance attached to each case
• Quarterly microbial testing by Agarose Overlay and Limulus Amebocyte Lysate (LAL) endotoxin testing

• Fewer wipes for spill control: High sorption can reduce the number of wipes needed for pickup steps (process-dependent)
• Soft feel for delicate work: Suitable for applications where surface feel and controlled contact matter
• Sterile assurance: Meets Sterility Assurance Level of 10^-6
• Documentation support: Confirms radiation dose met specified dose at time of receiving (per case documentation)
• Endotoxin control: Meets FDA guideline for medical device bacterial endotoxin limit of not more than 20 EU/device

• Sterile wipe-downs of benches, carts, tools, equipment exteriors, and fixtures
• Spill control and pickup of process fluids where sterility is required
• Wet cleaning steps using IPA where consistent saturation improves repeatability
• Final wipe of parts/trays before staging, transfer, or packaging (per your SOP)
• Controlled solvent application/removal on stainless steel and other compatible surfaces

• Open/close discipline: Reseal the bag immediately after withdrawal to help reduce evaporation and maintain consistent wetness across the pack.
• Fold for control: Fold into quarters to create multiple clean faces; rotate faces instead of re-wiping with a loaded surface.
• Wipe pattern: Use straight-line strokes (top-to-bottom or left-to-right) to avoid re-depositing contamination.
• Wet-step control: Let the wiper do the work; avoid over-working one area until the face is loaded or streaking begins.
• Change-out triggers: Replace the wiper when the face becomes visibly soiled, leaves streaks/residue, or wetness becomes inconsistent.
• Safety note: IPA is flammable—follow site EHS controls and store/dispense per your facility requirements.

• TX3042P vs. TX3049P: Same sterile Vertex family and formulation; choose TX3042P (12" x 12") for broader coverage per wipe, or TX3049P (9" x 9") for tighter work zones and finer control.
• Pre-wetted vs. dry sterile: If your SOP prefers in-house wetting (or you need different chemistry), consider the sterile Vertex dry options (TX3042 or TX3049) and wet per validated procedure.
• 12" x 12" pre-wet chemistry variants: If your process specifies ethanol rather than IPA, consider TX3044P (sterile Vertex 12" x 12" pre-wetted 70% ethanol).

Sterile Vertex Dry Wipers

• TX3042: 12" x 12" nominal (31 cm x 31 cm) sealed-edge wipers, triple-bagged, 100 wipers/bag
• TX3049: 9" x 9" nominal (23 cm x 23 cm) sealed-edge wipers, triple-bagged, 100 wipers/bag

Sterile Vertex Pre-Wetted Wipers

• TX3042P: 12" x 12" nominal (31 cm x 31 cm) sealed-edge wipers, pre-wetted 70% IPA, triple-bagged, 25 wipers/bag
• TX3049P: 9" x 9" nominal (23 cm x 23 cm) sealed-edge wipers, pre-wetted 70% IPA, triple-bagged, 25 wipers/bag
• TX3044P: 12" x 12" nominal (31 cm x 31 cm) sterile Vertex wipers, pre-wetted 70% ethanol