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Texwipe TX1722 Revolve BetaMop Tubular Polyester String Replacement Heads (Refills)

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Dry Mop
Texwipe TX1722 Revolve™ BetaMop™ Sustainable Polyester String Mop Refills — Non-Sterile, Double-Bagged, 6/Case
TX1722 is a BetaMop™ string mop head refill used for critical-environment floor cleaning and for applying/removing cleaning solutions and disinfectants. Revolve™ refills are made from 100% upcycled polyester and are packaged 1 mop head per double-bag, 6 bags per case. Texwipe publishes a 1.5 L/head sorptive capacity for this sustainable string refill line.

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 matters when you are standardizing contamination-control tools: it supports continuity of supply, stable product lineage, and fast access to the manufacturer documentation and change-control discipline your QA/QC team expects.

Published configuration (TX1722)
  • SKU: TX1722
  • Product type: Dry mop head refill (string mop)
  • Material: Revolve™ sustainable polyester string refill made from 100% upcycled polyester
  • Capacity (as published): 1.5 liters/head
  • Compatibility: Compatible with any BetaMop™ hardware; Texwipe also publishes compatibility with other cleanroom mop handles designed for string mops
  • Packaging (as published): 1 mop head refill/bag, double-bagged; outer packaging: 6 bags/case
  • SOSCleanroom selling unit: Case of 6 polyester string mop heads
  • Cleanroom environment (as published): ISO Class 3–7 (Class 1–10,000); EU Grade A–D
  • Sterility status: Non-sterile (for sterile programs, Texwipe publishes a sterile alternative: STX1722)
  • Availability (SOSCleanroom): 7–10 business days
  • Replacement/used with: Replacement heads for the BetaMop™ cleaning system; used with BetaMop™ hardware kits such as TX7106 (hardware)
EU GMP Annex 1 alignment — how mop refills fit the contamination control strategy
Annex 1 expectations are risk-based: your contamination control strategy (CCS) should define where and how mops are used, how disinfectants are applied and removed, how residues are controlled, and how cross-contamination is prevented. TX1722 supports Annex 1-aligned workflows when it is integrated into a validated cleaning/disinfection program with trained operators, documented rotation (where applicable), and clear segregation between “dirty” and “clean” steps.

Quick reference table (published attributes)
Attribute Published value Why it matters in critical environments
Material 100% upcycled polyester (Revolve™) Polyester is commonly specified for cleanroom mops because it supports low particle generation when properly processed and handled; qualification should confirm performance under your disinfectant and soil load.
Sorptive capacity 1.5 L/head Helps set solution volume and change-out frequency; overloading a mop can increase drip, pooling, and residue risk.
Packaging 1 head/bag, double-bagged; 6 bags/case Supports controlled introduction into classified space by staged de-bagging; reduces packaging-associated contamination transfer when done correctly.
Recommended environments ISO Class 3–7; EU Grade A–D Helps engineering/QA match mop materials to area classification; sterile alternatives are typically preferred for Grade A/B workflows.
Compatibility Compatible with BetaMop™ hardware Reduces field improvisation risk; standard hardware supports consistent pressure, contact pattern, and controlled refill changes.

Practical cleanroom use guidance (technicians and engineers)
  • Staged de-bagging: Treat the double-bag as a contamination-control feature. De-bag in the proper transition area per SOP; avoid dragging outer packaging across clean surfaces.
  • Two-bucket discipline: Where required by your CCS, use a defined “apply” and “remove/rinse” methodology to reduce redeposition. Keep “dirty” and “clean” steps physically segregated.
  • Contact pattern control: Maintain consistent overlap, edge control, and lane discipline. In Grade C/D corridors and support areas, the most common audit finding is inconsistent overlap that leaves untreated lanes.
  • Solution loading: Load the mop to a controlled level (avoid saturation). Overloaded string mops increase drip risk and can carry residues into “clean” zones.
  • Change-out triggers: Replace the head when visibly soiled, when solution clarity/soil load indicates, or at the maximum time/area limit defined by SOP (do not “push” one head through multiple zones).
  • Traceability habits: Document area, disinfectant lot, contact time, operator, and head change-out. Annex 1-aligned sites treat floor cleaning as a controlled process with reviewable records.

Compatibility and disinfectant-use notes
  • Disinfectant compatibility: Texwipe publishes BetaMop™ head refills as compatible with most disinfectants. Final selection should be confirmed by your site qualification (chemical exposure, residue behavior, and floor finish compatibility).
  • Sterile area selection: Texwipe publishes that sterile is recommended for EU Grade A–B environments. If your process requires sterile tools, use the sterile alternative that is explicitly labeled sterile for the program.
  • Residue management: If your disinfectant leaves a film, build a defined “removal” step into the CCS (e.g., validated rinse/removal approach per SOP) to prevent sticky floors and particulate attraction.
  • Contact time discipline: Ensure the floor remains wet for the validated contact time; “drying early” is a common failure in audit observations and can undermine disinfection efficacy.

Annex 1 / CCS checklist table (operator-focused)
Use this as a technician-facing quick check to reinforce contamination-control intent. Site SOPs and validated parameters always govern.
CCS element What to do with TX1722 refills Risk if missed
Material transfer control Double-bag stays intact until the approved de-bag step; do not stage open bags in corridors. Packaging-contact contamination transfer into classified space.
Cross-contamination prevention Zone dedicate heads (or change at the boundary); keep “clean” and “dirty” solution controls separated. Bioburden and residue spread between rooms and grades.
Validated cleaning/disinfection Apply per validated wet time and technique; document disinfectant lot, contact time, and area. Insufficient contact time or incomplete coverage; audit findings.
Training and technique Standardize overlap, lane discipline, and change-out triggers; avoid “scrubbing” that aerosols soil. Particle mobilization and inconsistent floor state control.
Documentation discipline Record who/what/where/when and head changes; keep records review-ready. Gaps during deviation investigations; weak traceability.

Common failure modes 
  • Redeployment of soil (“dirty mop” effect): Happens when one head is pushed too long or used across grades/zones. Prevent with zone dedication and defined change-out limits.
  • Residue streaking / film: Often from high disinfectant load or insufficient removal step. Prevent by following validated dilution, wet time, and residue-control steps in the CCS.
  • Drip trails and pooling: Usually from overloading the mop or moving too quickly between areas. Prevent with controlled loading and staged movement.
  • Particle mobilization: Triggered by aggressive scrubbing or dry passes. Prevent by maintaining controlled wetting and consistent, low-turbulence technique.
  • Loss of traceability: Occurs when bag/lot information is discarded before recording. Prevent by capturing required identifiers per SOP before discarding packaging.

Storage and handling best practices
  • Keep refills in original double-bag packaging until the controlled de-bag step; do not pre-open bags “to save time.”
  • Store in a clean, dry area to protect packaging integrity and prevent moisture pickup prior to use.
  • Segregate unused refills from used heads and used cleaning tools; never stage used tools next to clean inventory.
  • After use, follow site-defined disposal or reprocessing rules (if any) and keep used heads contained to prevent floor-to-air particle transport.

Sustainability and traceability notes (Revolve™ line)
  • Upcycled content: Revolve™ products are made from upcycled polyester material.
  • Bag-level indicator (as published): Texwipe states each Revolve™ product bag indicates the number of post-consumer water bottles used to make the product; for TX1722, Texwipe publishes 17 water bottles per bag.
  • Cleanroom-first mindset: Sustainability does not replace contamination control. Qualification should still evaluate residue behavior, soil pickup, and consistency under your disinfectant rotation.
Documentation 
Texwipe BetaMop™ Series Technical Data Sheet (TEX-LIT-TDS-002-11/21): Click Here
Texwipe manufacturer page (TX1722): Click Here
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The Technical Vault Sustainable String Mopping for Large Floor Areas (Upcycled Polyester) (Applied Use Case: Texwipe™ TX1722 Revolve® BetaMop® Tubular Polyester String Replacement Heads — Refills)

Purpose & Scope

The TX1722 are tubular string replacement mop heads for the BetaMop® platform, manufactured using Revolve® upcycled polyester. String mops are typically selected for larger floor areas and higher liquid capacity where coverage efficiency matters. In controlled environments, that capacity must be balanced with solution control, wringing discipline, lane technique, and objective change-out rules to prevent re-deposition and cross-zone transfer.

Visual Aids (Technique, Zoning, Lifecycle)

Use this graphic to reinforce zone sequencing, unidirectional lanes, and mop head lifecycle control. String mops magnify both good and bad technique.

Cleanroom mopping technique, cleanroom zoning floor map concept, and mop head lifecycle diagram

Implementation note: Higher liquid capacity increases coverage—but also increases the cost of delayed change-outs.

Revolve® in Controlled Cleaning: Sustainability Without Process Drift

Upcycled source material does not change the fundamentals of contamination control. Variability usually comes from process drift: extended use windows, inconsistent wringing, and poor lane discipline. The defensible approach is to keep the same controls you’d use for any cleanroom string mop head.

  • Same controls: wetness/wringing targets, lane technique, and change-out triggers remain unchanged.
  • No “stretching” use: sustainability goals should not extend mop head use in risk areas.
  • Document what stays constant: if required, note that the contamination-control plan is identical.

String Mop Reality: What Changes vs. Flat Mops

Tubular string mops hold more solution and can cover larger areas quickly. That same capacity can accelerate solution loading and re-deposition if change-outs and solution refresh rules are not enforced.

  • Higher liquid retention: improved coverage efficiency but higher drip/splash potential.
  • Edge/perimeter sensitivity: requires deliberate perimeter control to avoid pulling debris inward.
  • Change-out sensitivity: heads can look usable while already overloaded with soils.

Wetting & Wringing Control (Your Primary Lever)

For string mops, wringing discipline is the most practical way to control drip transfer and streaking. “Too wet” creates trails and splash; “too dry” increases friction and drives scrubbing. Strong SOPs define a wetness target and a repeatable wringing method.

  • Uniform saturation first: load evenly before wringing to avoid “hot spots.”
  • Repeatable wringing: define cycles/pressure pattern so results are consistent between operators.
  • Drip check: if it drips during transit, wring again before beginning lanes.
  • Stop-and-change rule: if performance drifts (streaking/drag persists), change the head.

Technique: Large-Area Unidirectional Floor Cleaning

  • Clean-to-less-clean sequencing: align lane direction with zoning and traffic flow.
  • Defined lanes: avoid random sweeping motions that redistribute loaded solution.
  • No backtracking: don’t pull loaded strings backward over cleaned floors.
  • Perimeter control: treat edges as a separate step to avoid pulling debris inward.

Objective Change-Out Triggers (Revolve® String Mop Heads)

Use objective triggers. String heads can look fine while already functioning as a re-deposition source.

  • Change by zone boundary: do not carry used heads into cleaner zones.
  • Change by stage: perimeter/entry tasks should not share heads with interior/critical tasks.
  • Change by performance: streaking/haze, visible loading, increased drip even after wringing, persistent drag.
  • Change by handling event: dropped head, uncontrolled staging, or contamination during setup.

Details Most Websites Skip (String Mop Root Causes)

  • “Looks clean” trap: tubular strings can mask loading—use time/area caps and performance triggers.
  • Drip trails between lanes: over-wet strings can contaminate areas before cleaning even starts.
  • Wringer contamination loop: heavily loaded strings pressed repeatedly into the same wringer zone concentrates soils.
  • Sustainability drift: environmental goals can extend use windows—keep triggers objective and unchanged.

SOP & Audit Readiness Checklist (Revolve® String Mop Heads)

  • Define wetness target and a repeatable wringing method (cycles/pressure pattern).
  • Define lane technique for large floor areas (direction, overlap, no backtracking).
  • Define zoning rules for heads, buckets, and wringers (no cross-zone carryover).
  • Define objective change-out triggers (zone, stage, performance signals, handling events).
  • Document that sustainability goals do not alter contamination-control behavior.

Disclaimer: This Technical Vault content is provided for educational purposes only. Manufacturer instructions, facility SOPs, disinfectant label directions (including contact times), and site-specific risk assessments must always take precedence. Cleaning and disinfection outcomes depend on the complete system (bucket + wringer + mop head + solution + technique) and should be validated/qualified per your quality system.

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