Skip to main content
Texwipe TX7120 Mini AlphaMop 12" Replacement Handle (HANDLE ONLY)

Texwipe TX7120 Mini AlphaMop 12" Replacement Handle (HANDLE ONLY)

$35.77
(No reviews yet)
SKU:
TX7120
Availability:
10 - 14 Business Days
Shipping:
Calculated at Checkout
Type:
Dry Mop
Texwipe TX7120 Mini AlphaMop™ Replacement Handle — 12" (30 cm), White Fiberglass (Handle Only)
TX7120 is a fixed-length, white fiberglass replacement handle designed for the Mini AlphaMop™ / Isolator Cleaning Tool platform. It is used when you need a dedicated, contamination-controlled handle for gloveboxes, isolators, biosafety cabinets, laminar flow hoods, and other tight work zones where cleaning reach and handling discipline matter.

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 critical cleaning hardware: it supports continuity of supply, consistent product lineage, and fast access to manufacturer documentation for QA/QC and audit readiness.
Published configuration (TX7120)
  • Part number: TX7120
  • Length: 12" (30 cm)
  • Material: Fiberglass
  • Color: White
  • Packaging: 1 handle / case
  • Autoclave: Autoclave safe (typical cycle published: 20 minutes @ 250°F / 121°C)
  • Cleanroom environment (as published for the handle family): ISO Class 2–7 (Class 1–100,000); EU Grade A–D
  • Case unit (SOSCleanroom listing): 1 mop handle
Attribute Published value Notes
Handle length 12" (30 cm) Fixed-length handle for confined-area control and repeatable reach.
Handle material Fiberglass Selected for stability and compatibility with routine cleaning solutions (family-level claim).
Autoclave guidance Autoclave safe Typical cycle published for the handle family: 20 minutes @ 250°F / 121°C.
Packaging 1 handle / case Plan stocking levels as a spare part to avoid downtime during cleaning windows.
Where TX7120 is used
  • Isolators and gloveboxes: Enables controlled, one-hand tool movement without over-reaching or contacting critical surfaces.
  • BSCs and laminar flow hoods: Helps maintain consistent stroke geometry along the rear wall, corners, and work zone edges.
  • Small, hard-to-reach areas: Supports repeatable cleaning technique in tight fixtures, rails, and internal framing.
Practical cleanroom use guidance (technicians and engineers)
  • Assign and label by zone: Treat handles as reusable cleaning equipment. Dedicate by room/grade or by “dirty-to-clean” workflow to reduce cross-contamination risk.
  • Pre-use inspection: Verify the connection point and surface are intact; remove from service if you see chips, cracks, or rough areas that could shed debris or trap residues.
  • Connection discipline: Assemble the handle to the head/pad system with clean gloves. Avoid over-torquing; looseness can cause chatter (abrasion) while over-tightening can damage threads and create particulates.
  • Stroke control: In isolators/hoods, use slow, controlled passes with consistent overlap. Minimize rapid direction changes that can flick droplets or re-aerosolize residues.
  • Dry-time management: After applying disinfectants or alcohols via your validated process, respect wet-contact time and final dry time before closing doors or resuming operations.
Compatibility and processing notes
  • System compatibility (as published): Cleanroom mop handle family supports AlphaMop™, Mini AlphaMop™/Isolator Cleaning Tool, ClipperMop™, and TexMop™ platforms; TX7120 is the 12" fiberglass handle option.
  • Autoclave guidance: Handles and adapter hardware are published as autoclave safe (typical cycle: 20 minutes @ 250°F / 121°C). Follow your site autoclave loading patterns to avoid contact scuffing that can create debris.
  • Chemical exposure: The handle family is described as having good chemical resistance for compatibility with a variety of solutions. If your program uses aggressive chemistries, qualify under your actual concentration, dwell time, and rinse/dry steps before standardizing.
  • Shelf life: Texwipe cleanroom mop handles are published as having an unlimited shelf life. Store to prevent mechanical damage, not “expiration.”
Annex 1 contamination-control alignment notes
EU GMP Annex 1 emphasizes a risk-based Contamination Control Strategy (CCS) and validated cleaning/disinfection execution. A dedicated, autoclave-capable handle supports disciplined equipment segregation, controlled introduction into Grade A/B areas (when your CCS requires it), and repeatable technique in hard-to-reach zones where residues and particulates tend to accumulate. Do not treat “autoclave safe” as a blanket qualification; document your cycle parameters, loading pattern, and post-cycle handling (drying, storage, and transfer) per site procedure.
Common failure modes 
  • Residue carryover on the handle surface: Often caused by poor rinse/dry discipline or setting the handle on non-controlled surfaces. Prevent with defined staging areas and “clean-side only” handling.
  • Particle shedding from mechanical damage: Chips, cracks, or roughened areas can trap residues and shed debris. Prevent with pre-use inspection and removing damaged hardware from service immediately.
  • Loose connection / chatter: A partially tightened interface can abrade surfaces and generate debris. Prevent by verifying fit before entering critical zones and re-checking after breaks or tool changes.
  • Cross-contamination between grades: Reusing the same handle across rooms/grades without segregation can undermine your CCS. Prevent with dedicated sets, clear labeling, and documented transfer rules.
Storage and handling best practices
  • Keep handles protected from impacts and abrasion in storage; mechanical damage is a common root cause of debris generation.
  • Store dedicated handles by zone/grade in closed, labeled bins or bags to prevent mix-ups and uncontrolled contact.
  • After cleaning/autoclave processing, ensure complete drying before bagging or staging to reduce residue and spotting risk.
  • Do not stage handles against walls or on floors; use racks or hooks that keep the handle off surfaces and reduce recontamination.
Documentation 
Texwipe Technical Data Sheet (Cleanroom Mop Handles, US-TDS-002 Rev. 10/21): Click Here
Texwipe manufacturer page (TX7120): Click Here
Last reviewed: January 9, 2026
If you have any questions please email us at Sales@SOSsupply.com or give us a call at (214)340-8574.

Check the AI ChatBot powered by SOSCleanroom data libraries - give it a try!
 
THIS IS NEW FOR 2026!

© 2026 SOS Supply. All rights reserved.
The Technical Vault Isolator & Detail-Zone Tool Control (Applied Use Case: Texwipe™ TX7120 Mini AlphaMop® 12" Replacement Handle — Handle Only)

Purpose & Scope

The TX7120 is the replacement handle for the Mini AlphaMop® 12" platform used in isolators, RABS, gloveboxes, pass-throughs, and tight equipment interfaces. In these environments, the handle is more than a “stick”: it is a high-touch transfer surface and a key factor in operator control (reach, angle, stability). This Technical Vault entry focuses on the overlooked controls that reduce cross-contamination risk and improve repeatability.

Visual Aids (Technique, Zoning, Lifecycle)

Use this graphic to reinforce zone discipline and lifecycle control for cleaning tools (including handles).

Cleanroom mopping technique (unidirectional vs figure-8), cleanroom zoning map concept, and mop head lifecycle diagram

Implementation note: In confined spaces, handle staging and glove-touch behavior are common sources of cross-contamination.

Why a Mini-System Handle Is a Contamination-Control Component

In isolators and gloveboxes, operators frequently adjust angle and reach while working through glove ports. That means the handle is touched often, sometimes with disinfectant-wet gloves. Without explicit SOP controls, the handle becomes a transfer hub between: gloves, mop heads/covers, and the enclosure interior.

  • High-touch surface: frequent adjustments increase transfer opportunity.
  • Confined “rest points”: handles are commonly leaned or rested inside enclosures—often on uncontrolled contact points.
  • Cross-use risk: small tools get shared between enclosures unless dedicated and labeled.

Handle Hygiene (Practical Controls That Prevent Transfer)

  • Routine wipe-down: include handle wipe-down before storage and before re-entry into a cleaner zone/enclosure.
  • Focus on interfaces: couplers, collars, and end caps are common residue traps.
  • Define “touch zones”: identify allowable grip areas so operators don’t slide hands up/down the handle unnecessarily.
  • Keep off surfaces: avoid leaning the handle against walls, carts, or interior panels unless SOP defines a permitted rest point.

Storage & Staging (Where Contamination Often Re-Introduces Itself)

Many programs manage sterile or clean covers carefully—but store handles loosely. For mini systems, storage control is often the easiest improvement: it prevents accidental cross-use and reduces uncontrolled contact points.

  • Dedicated storage: assign each handle to a specific enclosure/zone and store it in that location.
  • Protected racks/carts: keep handles off floors and away from wall contact.
  • Transport discipline: if moved between rooms, define wipe-down and containment steps in SOP.

Objective Replacement Criteria (When to Retire a Handle)

  • Surface damage: cracks, chips, rough areas, or splintering that traps residue or abrades gloves.
  • Interface wear: looseness at the head connection, degraded threads/collars, or wobble that reduces control.
  • Persistent residue: repeated chemistry buildup that cannot be removed via SOP-defined wipe-down steps.
  • Label/control failure: inability to maintain dedicated identification (zone/enclosure labeling).

Details Most Websites Miss (Mini Tools Make These Visible)

  • Glove-touch mapping: document when gloves contact the handle after touching disinfectant-wet surfaces.
  • Rest-point definition: specify exactly where the tool may be placed inside an enclosure during pauses.
  • Angle control training: teach operators how to avoid dragging used media during repositioning (a common re-contact pathway).
  • Root-cause category: include handle hygiene/storage as a formal category in streaking/redeposit investigations.

SOP & Audit Readiness Checklist (Mini-System Handles)

  • Define handle wipe-down steps (pre-use and/or post-use, and before storage).
  • Define allowable staging/rest points (rack/cart; avoid floor/wall contact).
  • Dedicate and label handles by enclosure/zone; define transport rules if moved.
  • Define objective retirement criteria (damage, interface wear, persistent residue, labeling failure).
  • Train operators on handle-touch transfer risk and glove management behaviors.

Disclaimer: This Technical Vault content is provided for educational purposes only. Manufacturer instructions, facility SOPs, and site-specific risk assessments must always take precedence. Cleanroom suitability and contamination performance are determined by the complete system configuration (handle + head + covers + chemistry + handling) and validated site practice.

© SOSCleanroom. All rights reserved.