TX5862 Light-Weight Blue Cleanroom Paper

Description
Technical Vault

Texwipe TX5862 TexWrite® 18 Light-Weight Cleanroom Paper — 8.5" x 11", Blue, Unlined

TX5862 is a cleanroom documentation paper engineered to reduce the particle generation risk associated with ordinary office paper while maintaining reliable print and copier performance. It is intended for controlled environments where paperwork is necessary, but uncontrolled cellulose shedding, toner offset, and residue transfer are not acceptable.

For over 35 years, SOS and Texwipe have been close partners, and SOSCleanroom is the authorized Master Distributor of ITW Texwipe for the United States market. That relationship supports continuity of supply, consistent product lineage, and dependable access to manufacturer documentation used for qualification and audit readiness.

Where technicians and engineers use TX5862

Cleanroom manuals, work instructions, and point-of-use job packets where office paper is prohibited.
Note taking and data transfer at carts, benches, and inside controlled documentation stations.
Forms for maintenance rounds, calibrations, and process checks that must stay inside the controlled space.
Offset printing and standard-duty / high-speed laser printer and photocopier workflows (per manufacturer applications).

Cleanroom paper still requires handling discipline

The biggest contamination events tied to paperwork are operational: aggressive page fanning, rubbing edges on benches/carts, wet-glove handling, and stacking freshly printed sheets before toner has fully set. Treat documentation materials as controlled components: open only what you need, keep stacks covered, and define how printed sheets are staged and moved.

Published configuration

SKU: TX5862
Sheet size: 8.5" x 11" (21.6 cm x 28 cm)
Color / format: Blue, unlined
Material/structure: Cellulose paper with a polymer reinforcement (TexWrite® is reinforced with a synthetic copolymer)
Packaging: 250 sheets per pack; 10 packs per case (2,500 sheets total)
Cleanroom environment: ISO Class 3–8 (Class 1–100,000); EU Grade A–D
Autoclavable: Yes (validate your cycle and post-sterilization legibility/handling requirements)
SOSCleanroom availability: 7 - 10 Business Days
SOSCleanroom listed weight: 24.00 lbs

Typical performance and contamination characteristics

The values below are published as typical analyses for TexWrite® 18 loose leaf sheets. Use them for risk assessment and qualification planning, not as acceptance criteria.

Property	Typical value	Why it matters on the floor
Basis weight	70 g/m²	Light-weight sheet for routine documentation without bringing in uncontrolled office paper.
Caliper	4.2 mil	Helps predict stiffness/handling and how sheets behave in feeders and on carts.
Opacity	71%	Affects readability and show-through when writing on both sides.
Surface resistivity (TM14 @ 55% RH)	2.6 × 10⁹ ohms (2.6 × 10¹⁰ ohms/sq)	Useful context for static behavior in low-RH environments and fines attraction risk.
Particles (>0.5 µm)	4.0 million particles/m²	Helps set expectations for “paper dusting” risk relative to uncontrolled paper sources.
Ion extractables: Sodium	35 ppm	Relevant when ionic contribution is evaluated for sensitive processes.
Ion extractables: Chloride	105 ppm	Relevant when chloride sensitivity is part of contamination risk review.

Compatibility notes (printers, IPA/DI wipe-down tolerance)

Printers/copiers (documented): Designed for excellent toner adhesion and heat resistance; intended for standard-duty and high-speed laser printers and photocopiers, and offset printing.
IPA wipe-down (not stated as a pass/fail spec): IPA wipe-down tolerance for printed content and prolonged solvent contact is not published as a formal specification for TX5862. If your SOP requires wipe-down of documentation during transfer, qualify legibility and residue/offset risk under your actual IPA strength, contact time, and wipe method.
DI/water wipe-down (not stated as a pass/fail spec): DI wipe-down tolerance is not published. If aqueous wipe-down is required, validate for feathering, swelling/curl, and ink/toner transfer after dry-down.
Practical tip: If the document must be cleaned as it moves between areas, many facilities use a protective sleeve or controlled document pouch so the paper is not directly wiped.

Particle-shedding risk management

Keep packs sealed: Open only what the shift needs; reseal or store in a closed document bin to reduce airborne deposition and edge scuffing.
Avoid “fanning” in airflow: Separate sheets slowly; rapid fanning increases abrasion and can mobilize particles.
Stage printed sheets properly: Allow toner to cool/set before stacking under weight to reduce offset transfer and smearing.
Glove discipline: Do not handle sheets with solvent-wet gloves; wet contact drives smearing, residue rings, and transfer.
Dedicated documentation zone: Keep paperwork away from product first-air and critical surfaces; use a clean tray or writing board.

Common failure modes

Smearing / toner offset: Typically caused by stacking too soon, high stack pressure, or solvent-wet gloves. Mitigation: cool-down time, controlled staging, and glove moisture control.
Paper dusting / particle shedding: Usually from abrasion (edge rubbing on carts, aggressive page separation, dragging sheets on benches). Mitigation: covered storage, controlled separation, and minimal sliding contact.
Ink transfer: Often from using non-qualified pens/markers or closing stacks immediately after writing. Mitigation: standardize writing instruments and enforce dry-time discipline.
Residue / tide marks: Caused by direct wiping of the sheet or solvent droplets drying unevenly. Mitigation: protect documents during transfer and avoid wiping the paper itself unless validated.
Static attraction: In low RH, paper can attract fines. Mitigation: closed storage, minimal rubbing, and adherence to facility ESD/environment controls.

Storage and handling best practices

Store packs flat in original packaging; keep in a closed drawer/bin rather than open shelving near traffic and returns.
Segregate from office paper to prevent accidental crossover and uncontrolled paper sources entering the cleanroom.
If the paper supports controlled records, standardize printer settings and acceptance checks (legibility, no offset after cool-down, consistent reproduction).
Use a clean writing board or clipboard; do not use the sheet itself as a “bench cover” unless your SOP explicitly allows it.

Documentation

SOS-hosted Texwipe datasheet PDF (DS-5862, Effective: December 2009): Click Here

Texwipe manufacturer page (TX5862): Click Here

Texwipe Technical Data Sheet PDF (TexWrite® 18/22/30 Loose Leaf Sheets, US-TDS-043 REV. 2/23): Click Here

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The Technical Vault

By SOSCleanroom

TexWrite® 18 (TX5862)

8.5" x 11" Blue • 250 sheets/pack

ISO Class 3–8 (manufacturer-stated)

Made in USA (manufacturer-stated)

Texwipe TX5862 TexWrite® 18 Blue Cleanroom Paper: controlled documentation without “paper dust” surprises

TX5862 loose-leaf cleanroom documentation paper (blue).

1) Practical solutions in a critical environment

Standard office paper can shed fibers/particles, create “paper dust” at cut edges, and contribute ionic residue when it breaks down under handling. TX5862 TexWrite® 18 is designed to reduce those failure modes using cleanroom-packaged, polymer-reinforced cellulose paper for controlled documentation and printing workflows.

2) What this product is used for

Cleanroom manuals, travelers, work instructions, and controlled forms.
Standard-duty and high-speed laser printers and photocopiers in controlled areas.
Offset printing and general documentation where color-coding (blue) supports area/shift/process segregation.
Paper-based data transfer when electronic devices are restricted at the line or in gowning zones.

3) Why customers consider this product

Lower shedding risk vs. standard paper: intended to reduce particle generation associated with typical office paper.
Cleanroom packaging discipline: packaged for controlled environments.
Printer/photocopier compatibility: built for toner adhesion and heat resistance.
Color control for document segregation: blue sheets support line clearance and mix-up prevention.
Autoclavable option: manufacturer indicates autoclaving compatibility (facility must qualify).
Supply-chain confidence: for over 35 years, SOS and Texwipe have been close partners, and SOSCleanroom is the authorized Master Distributor of ITW Texwipe for the United States market.

4) Materials, composition, and build

TX5862 is a cellulose paper with polymer reinforcement (manufacturer-stated). The TexWrite® 18 line is described as reinforced with a synthetic copolymer saturant and formulated without inorganic fillers (calcium carbonate, titanium dioxide, aluminum silicate).

Allergy/sensitivity note: manufacturer literature distinguishes “no natural latex binders,” while older documents describe a synthetic latex saturant. If latex sensitivity is a concern, confirm suitability using current manufacturer documentation and your internal EHS/medical guidance.

5) Specifications in context

Attribute	TX5862 (TexWrite® 18 Blue)
Sheet size	8.5" x 11" (21.6 cm x 28 cm)
Color	Blue
Paper grade / line	TexWrite® 18 (18 lb line)
Basis weight (typical)	70 g/m²
Caliper (typical)	4.2 mil
Cleanroom environment guidance	ISO Class 3–8; Class 1–100,000; EU Grade A–D (manufacturer-stated)
Packaging configuration	250 sheets/pack; 10 packs/case; 2,500 sheets total/case
Autoclave compatibility	Autoclavable (manufacturer-stated; facility must qualify)
Country of origin	Made in USA
SOSCleanroom listing notes	Availability: 7–10 business days; listed shipping weight: 24.00 lbs

6) Performance and cleanliness considerations

TexWrite® papers are positioned to reduce particle generation versus standard paper. Manufacturer data provides typical particle and ionic levels to help programs set receiving and usage expectations.

Metric (typical)	TX5862 value	Why it matters in documentation control
Particles (>0.5 µm)	4.0 million particles/m²	Helps evaluate risk when paper is introduced near open product, exposed components, or optics.
Sodium (ions)	35 ppm	Supports programs where ionic residue can impact sensitive surfaces or downstream cleaning/inspection.
Chloride (ions)	105 ppm	Useful for corrosion-conscious environments as part of risk review.
Surface resistivity	2.6 x 10⁹ ohms (55% RH)	Manufacturer provides a resistivity value; no additional static-control classification is stated in the cited sources.

Chemical extractables/NVR: not published for TX5862 in the cited technical data sheet and SOS listing. Treat pen/marker selection and handling as the primary control for solvent wipe-down events near documentation.

7) Packaging, sterility, traceability, and country of origin

Packaging: 250 sheets per pack; 10 packs per case (2,500 sheets total).
Cleanroom packaged: described as cleanroom packaged by manufacturer and SOS listing.
Sterility: not stated; autoclaving is described as an option, but sterility assurance level is not published in the cited sources.
Traceability: certificates may be available through Texwipe programs; confirm requirements at receiving.
Country of origin: Made in USA.

8) Best-practice use

Stage only what you need: bring one inner pack to the point of use; keep the rest of the case sealed outside the higher-class area.
Open packs the clean way: open in the clean zone, away from product exposure, and avoid “fanning” sheets.
Printer discipline: dedicate printers/copiers to controlled areas where possible; keep trays closed and include feed path cleaning in your facility routine.
Set up for blue paper: confirm copier/printer settings for blue stock to prevent contrast loss or washed-out signatures.
Pen/marker selection: validate dry time and smear resistance under your typical disinfectant overspray and glove contact.
Line clearance logic: document the color-coding rule so blue sheets strengthen traceability instead of creating interpretation risk.

9) Common failure modes

Particle events from handling: fanning sheets, tearing aggressively, or rubbing stacks on benches.
Feed jams and edge scuffing: overfilled trays or poor humidity control can scuff edges.
Smearing/illegible records: wet disinfectant vapors, glove contact before ink cures, or incompatible markers.
Autoclave distortion: set acceptance criteria (curl, legibility, feed performance) and qualify your cycle.
Color-control mix-ups: substituting another color without deviation control can create batch record ambiguity.

10) Closest competitors

Contec CONTEXT™ cleanroom paper: polymer-saturated cellulose documentation materials (various sizes/colors).
Berkshire cleanroom paper lines: cleanroom documentation papers positioned for low shedding and controlled use.
Texwipe TexWrite® 22 (TX5812 blue): a heavier TexWrite option when programs want the same handling approach with a different sheet weight.

11) Critical environment fit for this product

Manufacturer guidance lists suitability for ISO Class 3–8 (also Class 1–100,000 and EU Grade A–D). If your process is sensitive to ionic residue, use the published sodium/chloride typical values as part of your receiving and qualification rationale.

12) SOSCleanroom note about SOPs

The Technical Vault is written to help customers make informed contamination-control decisions and improve day-to-day handling technique. It is not your facility’s Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), batch record, or validation protocol.

Customers are responsible for establishing, training, and enforcing SOPs that fit their specific risks, products, equipment, cleanroom classification, and regulatory obligations. Always confirm material compatibility, cleanliness suitability, sterility requirements, and acceptance criteria using your internal quality system and documented methods.

If you adapt any technique guidance from this entry, treat it as a starting template. Your team should review and approve the final method, then qualify it for your specific surfaces, solvents, cleanliness limits, inspection methods, and risk profile.

13) Source basis