Texwipe TX726 CrushTube™ Swab 91% IPA / 9% DIW Solution (Pre-Wet Point-of-Use Precision Cleaning Swab)

Texwipe TX726 CrushTube™ is a pre-wetted cleanroom swab engineered to reduce solvent-handling variability during precision spot cleaning in controlled environments. The CrushTube system uses a 100% polyester (hydro-entangled) nonwoven head attached to an internal vial containing 91% IPA / 9% DIW solution inside a protective casing. When the internal vial is crushed, the swab head becomes saturated for point-of-use application—helping teams avoid open solvent bottles, shared reservoirs, and over-wetting that can drive streaking or inconsistent results on sensitive features. Each swab is individually packaged in cleanroom-compatible materials and lot coded for traceability and quality control.

Pre-wet control note: TX726 keeps the IPA solution separated from the swab head until activation, supporting a more repeatable wetting event and making it easier to standardize spot-clean steps without carrying extra solvent containers.

Specifications:

SKU: TX726 BOX
Type: Pre-Wet Swab
Swab family: CrushTube™
Swab material: Polyester
Head material: 100% polyester (hydro-entangled) nonwoven
Solution: 91% IPA / 9% DIW
Reservoir volume (design note): 0.50 mL of 91% isopropyl alcohol / 9% DIW
Packaging (box): 50 swabs per box
Packaging (case): 10 boxes of 50 swabs per case (500 swabs/case)
Packaging controls: Individually packaged in cleanroom-compatible material; lot coded for traceability and quality control
Head width: 8.3 mm (0.33")
Head length: 10.0 mm (0.39")
Handle material: Ampule with 91% IPA / 9% DIW in a polymer sleeve
Handle width: 9.5 mm (0.37")
Handle length: 44.0 mm (1.73")
Total swab length: 47.6 mm (1.89")
Handle color: Transparent
Weight: 0.60 lbs
Shipping note: Consumer Commodity ORM-D shipment — UPS Ground shipping only; plan replenishment accordingly
Industries: Automotive, Biologics, Food Manufacturing, Microelectronics, Pharmaceuticals, Semiconductor

About the Manufacturer:

Texwipe (an ITW company) designs cleanroom swabs as engineered process tools, with attention to materials, cleaning, packaging, and repeatable geometry. In the CrushTube™ format, the key control is point-of-use solvent delivery: the IPA/DIW solution is isolated until activation, supporting consistent wetting while reducing common failure points tied to open containers, shared reservoirs, and re-dipping behaviors.

SOSCleanroom (SOS) supports this manufacturing discipline with continuity of supply and documentation-focused support to help customers avoid last-minute substitutions and keep precision cleaning steps stable across shifts, sites, and replenishment cycles.

TX726 Features:

Solution separated until activation: IPA solution stays isolated from the head until the internal vial is crushed
Controlled point-of-use wetting: crush the vial to release 91% IPA / 9% DIW and saturate the swab tip
Precision spot cleaning: integrated solvent delivery eliminates the need for an extra solvent container at the wipe point
Individually packaged: cleanroom-compatible packaging supports transport and clean handling
Lot coded: traceability and quality control support receiving, investigations, and change control
Polyester nonwoven head: 100% polyester (hydro-entangled) material head designed for controlled cleaning
Compact format: integrated tube design supports tool-side cleaning and maintenance tasks in tight spaces

TX726 Benefits:

Reduced solvent-handling risk: helps avoid open-bottle evaporation, shared-reservoir contamination, and inconsistent wetting from squeeze bottles
More repeatable spot-clean results: consistent activation and integrated solvent delivery support standardized cleaning steps
Cleaner workflow at the wipe point: fewer accessories (no separate cup/bottle) reduces clutter and handling opportunities
Better control on sensitive features: helps limit over-wetting and pooling that can drive streaking on optics and high-finish surfaces (process-dependent)
Audit-friendly traceability: lot coding supports documentation expectations for controlled environments

Common Applications:

Solvent cleaning and maintenance of ion emitter tips
Cleaning of grooves, tracks, slots, and other small spaces
Removing adhesive buildup and residue from tight wipe points
Solvent cleaning of sensitive surfaces such as optical assemblies (use controlled wetness and stroke discipline)
Portable, point-of-use wipe-down tasks where carrying an open solvent container is undesirable

Best-Practice Use:

Activate at point of use: peel open the package only when ready to clean; crush the inner vial, then tip the swab to fully wet the head before contact.
Control wetness: pre-wetted does not mean dripping—avoid pooling that can spread dissolved soils and leave dry-down marks.
Use defined strokes: straight-line, overlapping passes reduce redeposit risk; avoid circular scrubbing unless your SOP requires it.
For ion emitter tips: turn off power, insert the wetted swab end onto the emitter point, slowly rotate, withdraw, and repeat until deposits are removed; allow IPA to evaporate before restoring power.
Change-out discipline: discard when the tip loads, drag increases, or residue is visible; do not attempt to extend use by re-wetting from external sources.
Flammability controls: follow facility procedures for storage, ventilation, and ignition-source control due to IPA content.

Selection Notes (TX726 vs. Other Options)

Choose CrushTube when point-of-use control matters: TX726 is ideal when you want an integrated swab + solvent system to reduce handling variables and eliminate re-dipping.
Choose bulk solvent workflows when coverage is large: for wide-area wipe-downs, a pre-wetted wiper or controlled dispensing system may be more efficient than a single-tip pre-wet swab.
Shipping planning matters: because TX726 ships as an ORM-D Consumer Commodity, plan for UPS Ground-only and adjust replenishment timing for critical programs.
Sterile vs. non-sterile: treat TX726 as non-sterile unless your SOP defines a validated sterile pathway; aseptic workflows typically require sterile consumables and sterile barrier packaging.

Link to Texwipe Technical Datasheet: Click Here
Texwipe.com PDF: Click Here

Notes: Want operator-level guidance for TX726 (activation timing, wetness control, stroke discipline on optics, and change-out rules that prevent streaks and redeposit)? Open the SOSCleanroom Technical Vault tab above for practical technique guidance used in real precision-cleaning workflows.

SOSCleanroom.com supports contamination-control programs with best-in-class cleanroom consumables in stock, fair pricing, and responsive technical support—backed by customer service that understands real wipe points, qualification expectations, and repeatable cleaning methods.

Product page updated: Jan. 5, 2026 (SOS Technical Staff)

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The Technical Vault By SOSCleanroom

ISO 14644 Operations Control CrushTube™ Swab Point-of-Use Activation 91% IPA / 9% DIW Polyester Nonwoven Head Individually Packaged Lot Traceability

Texwipe TX726 CrushTube™ swab (91% IPA / 9% DIW): point-of-use solvent delivery for precision cleaning in tight spaces

Texwipe TX726 CrushTube™ is a single-use, point-of-use activated cleanroom swab designed to deliver a controlled solvent dose exactly when and where it is needed. The swab uses a sealed internal-vial system containing USP-grade 91% isopropyl alcohol / 9% deionized water; when the vial is crushed inside the protective casing, the swab head becomes saturated for immediate use. This format is commonly selected for precision spot cleaning—grooves, tracks, slots, small interfaces, and other tight features—where handling open solvent containers increases variability or handling risk. The primary operational value is repeatability: defined solvent composition, reduced “bench mixing,” and cleaner point-of-use control when your method requires consistent solvent exposure.

Operations takeaway: TX726 performs best when your SOP defines (1) activation timing, (2) stroke count per feature, and (3) strict discard rules. Once the head loads with residue, it becomes a redeposit tool—treat CrushTube swabs as single-use per task/feature unless your method explicitly allows otherwise.

ISO-first context: where swabs fit in cleanroom operations control

ISO 14644-5:2025 places cleaning activities under a documented Operations Control Programme (OCP). Swabs are a localized contamination control tool: they can remove residues and particles from features that a wiper cannot reach, but they can also introduce contamination if technique and change-out are not controlled. Point-of-use solvent swabs can reduce variability by keeping solvent isolated until use; the method still needs defined controls: approved chemistry, defined wetness at use, unidirectional strokes, and immediate disposal into the correct waste stream.

Control point: “Overworking” a swab is a frequent failure mode. Build feature-by-feature discard frequency into the SOP (not “use until it looks dirty”).

Specifications (SKU controls for RFQs, SOPs, and receiving)

Product: ITW Texwipe TX726 CrushTube™ Pre-Wetted Cleanroom Swab (Non-Sterile)
Head material: 100% polyester (hydroentangled) nonwoven head
Wetting solution: USP-grade 91% IPA / 9% DIW (sealed until activation)
Activation method: Crush internal vial to saturate head for point-of-use application
Packaging: Individually packaged; common configuration is 50/box and 10 boxes/case (verify current configuration on documentation for receiving control)
Traceability: Lot coded for quality and configuration control

Shipping / handling note: High-concentration IPA formats may be restricted for transport and may require specific hazmat handling; align ordering and receiving to your site policy and carrier constraints.

What TX726 is designed to do (typical use cases)

Precision solvent cleaning of grooves, tracks, slots, and other small spaces
Spot cleaning where open solvent containers increase variability or handling risk
Removal of localized residues such as adhesive buildup (where allowed by your method and surface compatibility)
Solvent cleaning of sensitive surfaces (e.g., optical assemblies) when validated to your surface finish and process constraints
Maintenance cleaning of small features such as ion emitter tips where point-of-use delivery improves control

Selection note: TX726 is chosen as much for solvent control as for geometry. If your process needs fixed solvent strength and avoids squirt bottles at the bench, the CrushTube format supports method discipline.

Best-practice use (reduce residues, particles, and rework)

Control introduction: bring swabs into the controlled area per your OCP rules; avoid outer-pack contamination transfer.
Activate only when ready: crush the vial immediately before use to prevent unnecessary evaporation time.
Short, controlled strokes: use unidirectional strokes; avoid “scrubbing” that redistributes contamination.
Rotate the head: present a clean edge/face as you move; do not keep working one loaded surface.
Change-out triggers: discard after the feature/task is completed, or immediately if residue loads the head.
Waste discipline: dispose immediately into the correct waste stream (IPA-contaminated waste procedures may apply).

Method standardization tip: If operators get different results, lock three variables in the SOP: activation timing, stroke count per feature, and discard frequency.

Misuse controls & when not to use TX726

If sterility is required: TX726 is positioned as non-sterile; use sterile swab formats when your workflow requires sterile presentation.
If IPA is not permitted: do not substitute chemistry. Confirm compatibility with polymers, adhesives, coatings, and ESD/residue constraints.
If you are sampling for validation: do not replace protocol-defined sampling tools with cleaning swabs unless your protocol explicitly allows it.
If extended open time is unavoidable: point-of-use benefit is reduced if activated swabs are staged; activate only when ready to clean.

Recommended glove pairing (cleanroom handling discipline)

Pair point-of-use swabbing with cleanroom-processed gloves to reduce transfer contamination and maintain repeatable technique during precision cleaning.

Ansell Nitrilite® 93-311 Cleanroom Nitrile Gloves — ISO Class 5 (Class 100), cleanroom processed and packaged

Glove discipline: Change gloves when contaminated, solvent-wet, torn, or after contacting non-controlled surfaces. Treat gloves as part of the swabbing method.

Why buy ITW Texwipe TX726 CrushTube™ swabs from SOSCleanroom

Configuration control: Point-of-use activated swabs are method-sensitive; ordering by exact SKU supports consistent solvent delivery and technique.
Audit readiness support: We help customers locate current manufacturer documentation aligned to receiving controls and lot traceability.
One-cart procurement: Pair CrushTube swabs with cleanroom gloves, wipers, and compatible solvents so your cleaning method stays consistent.

Manufacturer documentation (authoritative references)

SOSCleanroom TX726 product page: Click Here
Texwipe TX726 product page (specs + downloads): Click Here
TX726 Technical Data Sheet (SOS hosted PDF): Click Here
ISO 14644-5:2025 operations standard overview (ISO listing): Click Here

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