SKU shown: TX7183 (55"–92" telescoping aluminum handle, blue).
Practical solutions in a critical environment
In ISO-classified cleanrooms, cleaning performance is strongly influenced by technique consistency.
Handle length, rigidity, and reach affect whether operators can maintain straight-line, overlapping wipe patterns
without off-angle pressure, overextension, or “missed zones” on high and difficult surfaces.
TX7183 addresses that variable by providing an adjustable 55" to 92" telescoping handle designed for use within the TexMop™ system.
What this product is used for
- Large-surface cleaning support (floors, walls, ceilings) using mop heads and disposable substrates per SOP.
- Reaching higher surfaces and confined areas while maintaining controlled strokes.
- Applying and removing cleaning solutions and disinfectants via mop-and-wiper methods.
- Tool standardization to reduce operator-to-operator variability in routine cleaning.
Why customers consider this handle
- Adjustable reach: telescopes from 55" to 92" (1.4 m to 2.3 m) to support high-surface cleaning without unsafe stretching.
- Lightweight aluminum construction: supports controlled motion and reduces fatigue during routine cleaning cycles.
- Tool segregation support: blue color can assist area/grade/chemistry segregation programs (site-defined).
- System alignment: designed to be used with Texwipe’s TexMop™ platform for repeatable cleaning workflows.
Materials, composition, and build
TX7183 is described in the manufacturer TexMop™ Technical Data Sheet as a telescoping aluminum handle in blue,
with an adjustable length range of 55" to 92".
As with all reusable cleanroom tools, the handle should be treated as a controlled item: clean, disinfect, and store it per your SOP.
Compatibility note: the TexMop™ Technical Data Sheet includes a footnote indicating use with the TX10217 TexConnect™ adapter for certain configurations.
Confirm the exact assembly for your mop head and substrate method before qualification.
Specifications in context
The table below consolidates handle attributes that matter most for cleanroom receiving, SOP alignment, and day-to-day cleaning consistency.
If an attribute is not published in the manufacturer TexMop™ TDS, it is shown as “not published.”
| Attribute |
TX7183 |
| Part number |
TX7183 |
| Handle type |
Telescoping handle |
| Length range |
55" – 92" (1.4 m – 2.3 m) |
| Material |
Aluminum |
| Color |
Blue |
| Packaging |
1 handle/case |
| Weight (published basis) |
2 lb (0.9 kg) |
| Sterility |
Not stated as sterile in TDS (treat as non-sterile reusable hardware; reprocess per SOP) |
| Adapter requirement |
Footnote indicates use with TX10217 TexConnect™ adapter for certain configurations |
| Locking mechanism / diameter |
Not published in manufacturer TDS |
| Country of origin |
Not published in manufacturer TDS |
Performance and cleanliness considerations
For cleanroom tools, “performance” is largely about controlling variability: consistent reach, consistent pressure, and consistent stroke patterns.
A telescoping handle can reduce technique drift by allowing operators to keep the mop head flat to the surface and avoid off-angle wiping on high walls and ceilings.
Manufacturer positioning for the TexMop™ platform includes use across ISO Class 3 – 8 environments and references
EU Grade A – D as applicable context when the system (handle + head + substrate + chemistry) is qualified for the area and process.
Packaging, traceability, and country of origin
TX7183 is supplied as 1 handle per case. As a reusable tool component, receiving controls typically focus on:
correct part number, physical condition, and alignment to your area segregation and reprocessing program.
Country of origin: not stated in the manufacturer TexMop™ TDS. If COO is a required receiving attribute for your quality system,
request it as part of supplier documentation before qualification.
Best-practice use
Technique guidance: large-surface cleaning that stays consistent across shifts
- Straight-line, overlapping passes: avoid circular scrubbing that can redistribute contamination.
- Keep the head flat: adjust handle length so the mop head stays flush to the surface with even pressure.
- Change substrates frequently: replace wipers/pads on a defined schedule to prevent re-deposition.
- Control tool contact points: avoid touching the handle sections that enter higher-grade areas with bare hands or non-controlled gloves.
- Reprocess and store correctly: clean/disinfect reusable hardware and store it protected from recontamination per SOP and area segregation rules.
ISO-first note: ISO 14644 provides the framework for cleanroom classification and operations; cleaning tools should be selected and managed to support
controlled operations in your specific ISO class and process risk profile.
Annex 1 perspective: EU GMP Annex 1 emphasizes contamination control strategy (CCS) expectations in sterile manufacturing; cleaning tools should be qualified,
segregated by grade where required, and reprocessed per validated methods aligned to the CCS.
Common failure modes
- Overextension and loss of control: extending longer than necessary can reduce stability and increase uneven pressure.
- Tool cross-use between grades: using the same handle across areas without proper segregation/reprocessing.
- Dirty handling points: grips/locks touched with non-controlled gloves become contamination transfer points.
- Worn hardware: damaged telescoping sections or lock components can shed debris or compromise technique.
- Incompatible chemistry exposure: repeated exposure to strong oxidizers or aggressive solvents without compatibility review.
Selection notes (within the TexMop™ platform)
TX7183 is typically selected when standard-length handles do not provide adequate reach for ceilings, tall walls, or difficult access areas.
For confined spaces or shorter reach needs, other handle lengths may be specified within the TexMop™ system. Final selection should be driven by
surface height, required stroke control, operator ergonomics, and your area segregation/reprocessing plan.
Critical environment fit for this product
Manufacturer guidance positions the TexMop™ platform for use across ISO Class 3 – 8 environments (system-dependent),
and references EU Grade A – D context when the complete tool/substrate/chemistry method is qualified for sterile operations.
As with all reusable tools, the handle should be managed as a controlled item with defined reprocessing, storage, and segregation controls.
SOSCleanroom note about SOP's
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, 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,
chemistries, cleanliness limits, inspection methods, and risk profile. Use these best-practice suggestions to strengthen SOPs—not to replace them.
Source basis
- SOSCleanroom product page (TX7183): https://www.soscleanroom.com/product/mops-refills/cleanroom-mops/large-surface-mops/texmop/replacement-parts/texwipe-tx7183-texmop-handle-55-to-92-aluminum/
- Manufacturer Technical Data Sheet (TexMop™ Cleanroom Mops; TEX-LIT-TDS-037 Rev.00 – 01/17) (SOS-hosted PDF): https://www.soscleanroom.com/content/texwipe_pdf/TexMop%20TX7116.pdf
- ISO cleanroom classification context (ISO 14644-1): https://www.iso.org/standard/53394.html
- EU GMP Annex 1 context (Manufacture of Sterile Medicinal Products): https://health.ec.europa.eu/system/files/2022-08/20220825_gmp-an1_en_0.pdf
SOSCleanroom is the source for this Technical Vault entry.
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Last reviewed: Jan. 27, 2026
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