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Texwipe TX705P Wrapped Cotton Swab with Polystyrene Handle

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SKU:
TX705P BAG
Availability:
Stock Item
Shipping:
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Quantity Option (Bag):
500 Swabs Per Bag
Quantity Option (Case):
20 Bags of 500 Swabs Per Case
Type:
Dry Swab
Swab Family:
Cotton
Swab Material:
Cotton

Texwipe TX705P Wrapped Cotton Cleanroom Swab with Polystyrene Handle (Dry Swab) — High-Sorbency Cotton Tip for Sampling and Solvent Cleaning

Texwipe TX705P is a wrapped cotton cleanroom swab designed to maximize cotton’s natural sorbency for practical contamination-control tasks such as environmental sampling, controlled application/removal of lubricants and ointments, and targeted solvent cleaning (commonly IPA or acetone) in hard-to-reach areas where a wipe cannot seat. TX705P uses a 100% cotton head bonded to a long, durable polystyrene shaft with an aqueous (water-based) adhesive. Cotton swabs are selected for function first—absorbency, cushioning, and controlled contact geometry—and performance is process-dependent. No swab is truly ‘zero-lint’ in every condition; for particle- and residue-critical final steps, many teams qualify a lower-extractables synthetic swab (foam, knit polyester, or microdenier) while keeping TX705P for utility sampling and general controlled cleaning.

Utility-program note: TX705P is commonly chosen when operators need a high-sorbency cotton swab with long reach and consistent dimensions for routine sampling and targeted wipe points—especially when absorbency and access matter more than “ultra-clean” swab chemistry.

Specifications:
  • SKU: TX705P BAG
  • Swab type: Dry swab
  • Swab family: Cotton
  • Head material: Cotton (wrapped cotton head)
  • Handle/shaft material: Polystyrene
  • Bond: Aqueous-based adhesive (adhesive-bonded)
  • Head width: 7.0 mm (0.276")
  • Head thickness: 7.0 mm (0.276")
  • Head length: 17.0 mm (0.669")
  • Handle width: 2.5 mm (0.098")
  • Handle thickness: 2.5 mm (0.098")
  • Handle length: 135.0 mm (5.315")
  • Total swab length: 152.0 mm (5.984")
  • Handle color: Brown
  • Packaging (bag): 500 swabs per bag
  • Packaging (case): 20 bags of 500 swabs per case (10,000 swabs/case)
  • Availability: Stock item
  • Typical industries/use settings: Aerospace, automotive, food manufacturing, nutraceuticals, USP <797> support areas, and general controlled environments (final suitability depends on your SOP and risk model)
  • Country of origin: Non-sterile spun swabs are listed by the manufacturer as made in the Philippines (verify at receipt if your compliance program requires COO confirmation)
About the Manufacturer: 

Texwipe (an ITW company) builds contamination-control consumables as engineered process tools. In swabs, that engineering shows up in controlled materials, repeatable dimensions, and packaging and documentation practices that support qualification, lot control, and consistent operator technique—not just “something to wipe with.”

 

For cotton-series swabs like TX705P, Texwipe focuses on maximizing cotton’s functional advantages (sorbency and cushioning) while maintaining consistent geometry for repeatable sampling and targeted cleaning. SOSCleanroom (SOS) supports that discipline with a close working relationship with Texwipe focused on continuity of supply, clean documentation handoff (lot traceability where applicable), and practical application support—so customers can standardize day-to-day swabbing tools with predictable availability and procurement reliability.

TX705P Features:
  • High sorbency cotton tip for easy surface clean-up and fluid pickup in small wipe points
  • Wrapped cotton head provides cushioning and controlled contact on many surfaces (process-dependent)
  • Long polystyrene handle supports reach into ports, corners, seams, joints, and recessed features
  • Aqueous (water-based) adhesive bond to secure the cotton head to the shaft
  • Commonly used with solvents such as IPA or acetone (verify compatibility to your chemistry and SOP)
  • Autoclavable in dry heat and steam (confirm your cycle parameters and any facility restrictions)
TX705P Benefits:
  • High-sorbency spot control: Cotton helps pick up light residues, films, and small fluid loads where wipes are oversized
  • Targeted reach and control: Long handle improves access and helps maintain a consistent contact angle in tight geometries
  • Practical sampling tool: Common choice for environmental sampling and surface sampling when methods call for a swab format
  • Better workflow efficiency: Bulk packaging supports frequent utility use and faster change-outs at the bench
  • Clear selection logic: Ideal when absorbency matters more than ultra-low extractables; qualify synthetic alternatives for residue-critical final steps
Common Applications:
  • Environmental sampling and general surface sampling
  • Application of lubricants and ointments
  • Removal of lubricants and ointments
  • Cleaning with solvents such as IPA or acetone in tight wipe points
  • Targeted cleaning of seams, corners, ports, grooves, and recessed areas
Best-Practice Use:
  • Use like a sampling/application tool: TX705P is best for defined contact points and controlled pickup—not broad-area wiping.
  • Control wetness: For IPA/acetone steps, dampen the cotton tip rather than soaking; over-wet swabbing can spread residue and pool solvent.
  • One-direction strokes: Use straight, overlapping passes to reduce re-deposition and improve repeatability.
  • Rotate the tip: Cotton loads quickly; rotate to present a cleaner surface and replace the swab once the tip looks glossy, tacky, or visibly loaded.
  • ESD awareness: Polystyrene is typically insulative; use grounded work practices and consider ESD-designed swabs where static control is a requirement.
Selection Notes (TX705P vs. Other Options)
  • Absorbency vs. ultra-clean chemistry: Choose TX705P when you need a highly absorbent cotton swab for utility sampling and targeted cleaning; step up to cleanroom-grade foam or polyester designs when low extractables and lower particle contribution drive the risk model.
  • Polystyrene handle vs. wood handle: Polystyrene offers durability and long reach; wood may be preferred in some heat/solvent profiles—qualify to your method.
  • Non-sterile vs. sterile programs: TX705P is non-sterile bulk packaged; if your workflow requires sterile presentation or stricter microbiological controls, select the sterile equivalent rather than trying to retrofit sterility onto a bulk, non-sterile consumable.

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

Notes: Want practical technique guidance for Texwipe TX705P wrapped cotton cleanroom swabs (sampling strokes, solvent wetness control, and selection logic vs. foam/polyester swabs)? Open the SOSCleanroom Technical Vault tab above for operator-focused swabbing best practices and qualification context.

SOSCleanroom.com supports contamination-control programs with cleanroom consumables in stock, fair pricing, and responsive technical support—backed by shipping options and customer service that understands real controlled-environment workflows.

Product page updated: Jan. 6, 2026 (SOS Technical Staff)

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The Technical Vault By SOSCleanroom
ISO 14644 Operations Awareness Cotton Swab Wrapped Head Polystyrene Handle General Cleaning & Sampling Individually Wrapped

Texwipe TX705P wrapped cotton swab with polystyrene handle: economical precision access for controlled, non-critical cleaning tasks

Texwipe TX705P is a wrapped cotton swab with a rigid polystyrene handle, individually packaged to support controlled handling and reduced incidental contamination prior to use. This swab format is commonly selected for general-purpose cleaning, light sampling, and solvent application in environments where cotton fiber contribution is acceptable and where the task requires a small, precise contact point rather than a full wiper surface. TX705P is frequently used in maintenance, laboratory, optical service, and non-critical controlled areas rather than ISO-classified critical zones.

Operations takeaway: Cotton swabs trade ultra-low particle control for accessibility and absorbency. TX705P should be selected only where cotton fiber release is acceptable and documented within your cleaning or maintenance method.


Operations-control context: cotton swabs in controlled environments

Under ISO 14644-5, cleaning and handling tools should be selected based on risk to the process. Cotton swabs are generally not positioned for critical ISO-classified cleaning due to fiber shedding potential, but they remain widely used for non-critical tasks such as equipment maintenance, fixture cleaning, optical service, and general laboratory work where the contamination risk is understood and managed. When cotton swabs are used, SOPs should clearly define where they are allowed, what solvents are approved, and when they must be discarded.

Control point: Cotton swabs should never be substituted for polyester or foam swabs in validated ISO 5–7 cleaning steps without formal method review.


Specifications (SKU controls for RFQs, SOPs, and receiving)
  • Product: Texwipe TX705P wrapped cotton swab
  • Head material: Medical-grade cotton (wrapped head)
  • Handle: Polystyrene, rigid
  • Sterility: Non-sterile
  • Packaging: Individually wrapped swabs (verify pack and case quantities per current manufacturer documentation)
  • Use positioning: Non-critical cleaning, maintenance, laboratory, and service environments

Documentation rule: Cotton swabs should be explicitly approved in SOPs where fiber release is acceptable for the task.


What TX705P is designed to do (typical use cases)
  • General cleaning of small components and fixtures in non-critical areas
  • Solvent application where absorbency is prioritized over ultra-low lint control
  • Optical and instrument service tasks outside ISO-classified cleanrooms
  • Laboratory cleaning and maintenance procedures
  • Sampling or wipe-down tasks where cotton fiber presence is acceptable

Selection note: If fiber control or residue limits are critical, transition to polyester or foam cleanroom swabs instead of cotton.


Best-practice use (reduce fiber transfer and rework)
  1. Control introduction: open individual packaging only at the point of use.
  2. Use light pressure: excessive force increases fiber release.
  3. Short, controlled strokes: avoid aggressive scrubbing.
  4. Single-use discipline: discard after one task or when the head loads.
  5. Approved solvents only: verify compatibility of cotton and polystyrene with the solvent.
  6. Immediate disposal: do not stage used swabs on benches or carts.

Technique tip: Cotton swabs should be viewed as disposable applicators, not reusable cleaning tools.


Misuse controls & when not to use TX705P
  • ISO-critical cleaning: Do not use for ISO 5–7 validated cleaning steps.
  • Low-NVR requirements: Cotton may introduce residues incompatible with tight residue limits.
  • High-solvent exposure: Verify handle compatibility before prolonged solvent contact.
  • Sampling for validation: Do not substitute cotton swabs for validated sampling devices.

Recommended glove pairing (task-appropriate handling)

For general cleaning, maintenance, and laboratory use of cotton swabs, a high-dexterity industrial nitrile glove supports control and tactile feedback. This pairing is intended for non-ISO-classified or non-critical controlled environments.

Boundary condition: XC-310 gloves are not positioned for ISO-classified cleanroom operations. For ISO 5 environments, transition to cleanroom-processed gloves such as Ansell Nitrilite® 93-311.


Why buy Texwipe TX705P cotton swabs from SOSCleanroom
  • Configuration control: Exact SKU sourcing helps prevent substitution with inconsistent cotton or handle materials.
  • Method support: We help customers align swab selection to task risk and SOP requirements.
  • One-cart procurement: Source swabs, gloves, solvents, and wipers together to maintain consistency.

Manufacturer documentation (authoritative references)
  • SOSCleanroom TX705P product page: Click Here
  • Texwipe swab documentation portal: Click Here
  • ISO 14644-5:2025 operations standard overview: Click Here

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