Texwipe TX714A Large Alpha Polyester Knit Cleanroom Swab (Non-Sterile)

Texwipe TX714A is a large Alpha® series polyester knit cleanroom swab engineered for controlled, low-linting cleaning and precision solvent application in grooves, tracks, slots, and other small spaces. It uses a double layer of knitted Alpha polyester for enhanced absorbency and repeatable contact, plus complete thermal-bond construction to eliminate adhesive contamination pathways at the head bond. A 100% virgin polypropylene handle supports chemical resistance and tip control for solvent use such as IPA, while cleanroom laundering helps deliver ultra-low levels of particles, nonvolatile residues (NVRs), and ions (performance is process-dependent; no swab is truly “lint-free” across all surfaces and techniques).

• Swab type: Dry cleanroom swab (non-sterile)
• Head material: Knitted Alpha® polyester (double layer knit)
• Handle material: Polypropylene (100% virgin polypropylene handle)
• Construction: Thermal bond (no adhesive at head bond)
• Head geometry: Flat head paddle; long, easy-grip handle
• Head dimensions: 12.7 mm W (0.500") x 4.2 mm T (0.165") x 25.7 mm L (1.012")
• Handle dimensions: 5.2 mm W (0.205") x 3.0 mm T (0.118") x 101.8 mm L (4.008")
• Total swab length: 127.5 mm (5.020")
• Handle color: Light green (line-side identification cue; “TEXWIPE” embossing is commonly used as a practical authenticity/traceability check when paired with approved sourcing and lot controls)
• Packaging: 100 swabs/bag; 2 inner bags of 50 swabs; 10 bags/case
• Bag attributes: Silicone-free and amide-free bag (packaging positioned for residue/film-sensitive workflows)
• Traceability: Lot coded for traceability and quality control
• Temperature guidance: Appropriate for use at temperatures less than 410°F (210°C)
• Autoclave compatibility: Autoclave safe in dry heat and steam (use per your SOP and validation)
• Cleanliness context (typical values): Typical ionic extractables and NVR are published using Texwipe TM2 method framing (values are typical, not specification limits). Example typical values include sodium 0.16 µg/swab and chloride 0.12 µg/swab; NVR typical values include 0.01 mg/swab (DI water extractant) and 0.03 mg/swab (IPA extractant).
• NSF note (where applicable): NSF Certified as Cleaning Swab (P1) for use in and around food processing areas; must be used to avoid direct contact with food or potable water.
• Use environments: Commonly used across a wide range of ISO-class cleanrooms and controlled areas (final suitability depends on your process, solvent, surface, and technique)

Texwipe (an ITW company) differentiates its cleanroom swabs by treating the swab head, bond, and packaging as engineered process controls—not commodity components. In the Alpha® polyester knit series, Texwipe pairs controlled knit substrate selection with thermal bonding (to remove adhesive pathways), cleanroom manufacturing and laundering (to control particles, ions, and NVR), and lot coding to support traceability, deviation containment, and repeatable point-of-use performance.

SOSCleanroom (SOS) supports that manufacturing discipline with a close working relationship with Texwipe focused on continuity of supply, clean documentation handoff (lot traceability), and practical application support—so customers can standardize polyester knit cleanroom swabs with predictable handling characteristics while maintaining procurement reliability and audit readiness.

• Double layer of knitted Alpha® polyester for enhanced absorbency and repeatable contact
• Thermal-bond construction (no adhesive at the head bond) to reduce extractables and residue pathways
• Engineered to resist snagging and abrading to help reduce particle and fiber release on edges, threads, and sharp features
• Excellent chemical resistance for compatibility with a variety of solutions (verify compatibility to your chemistry and SOP)
• 100% virgin polypropylene handle for controlled handling and cleanroom-appropriate chemical resistance
• Cleanroom laundered to support ultra-low levels of particles, ions, and NVR (process-dependent)
• Autoclave safe in dry heat and steam (use per your validated method)
• Lot coded for traceability and quality control
• Packaged in silicone-free and amide-free bags to help reduce packaging-related unknowns in film-sensitive processes
• Published cleanliness context includes typical ionic extractables and NVR values using TM2 method framing (typical values, not specification limits)

• Lower background risk in residue-sensitive work: Adhesive-free thermal bonding plus published typical ions/NVR context supports cleaner, more defensible workflows when blanks and background matter
• Repeatable solvent control: Knit polyester swab head supports controlled “damp swab” technique to help reduce flooding, streaks, haze, and film/tide marks (technique-driven)
• Tip control on flat and narrow geometries: Flat head paddle geometry helps maintain a predictable contact patch in slots, tracks, ledges, grooves, and tight wipe points
• Durability on real hardware: Snag-resistant knit intent helps reduce swab head damage on sharper features that can shed fibers or leave residues
• Audit-ready material control: Lot coding and controlled packaging attributes support traceability, investigation support, and controlled introductions

• Precision spot cleaning of grooves, tracks, slots, rails, channels, and other small spaces
• Applying and removing lubricants, adhesives, and other process solutions in critical clean environments
• Controlled solvent use (such as IPA) for targeted wipe points and tight geometries
• Cleaning support near warm tooling/fixtures where temperature guidance (<410°F) may be relevant
• Surface sampling support where a neutral, low-background knit swab is preferred (method/SOP dependent)

• Use “damp,” not dripping: Whether using IPA or another approved solvent, aim for a thin, controlled wet film on the head to prevent flooding, streaking, and residue migration.
• One direction, controlled overlap: Use straight-line strokes with slight overlap; avoid scrubbing in circles that can redeposit contamination.
• Rotate faces: Treat each face as a single-use surface; rotate to a fresh area instead of re-wiping with a loaded face.
• Avoid head contact: Do not touch the head or allow it to contact non-controlled surfaces; knit swabs are technique-sensitive.
• Mind edges and sharp features: Enter slots and grooves at controlled angles to reduce snag risk and preserve low-linting performance.
• Capture lot codes when quality is gated: For investigations, cleaning verification, or method-sensitive work, record lot codes and any solvent batch details per your control plan.

• TX714A (non-sterile): Best fit for controlled cleaning where sterility is not required, but low background, adhesive-free bonding, and traceability are important.
• Long-reach geometry: If reach depth is the primary constraint (recessed features, long channels, keeping gloves/sleeves out of the work zone), consider a long-handle Alpha polyester option such as TX761.
• Cleaning validation / TOC-sensitive sampling: If your selection gate is analytical background (TOC or method-sensitive residues), consider a certified Low TOC sampling option such as TX714K or TX761K.
• ESD or sterile gates: If static control or point-of-use sterility is required, select the designated ESD-safe or sterile variant that matches your SOP, risk assessment, and validation plan.

Alpha® Polyester Knit Alternatives

• TX761: Alpha® polyester knit swab with long handle (extended reach; recessed features)
• TX714K: Low TOC Alpha® sampling snap swab (surface validation / TOC-sensitive sampling)
• TX761K: Low TOC Alpha® swab with long handle (extended reach + TOC-sensitive sampling)

Different Material Option (Foam Head)

• TX710A: CleanFoam® large flexible head swab (closed-cell foam; different solvent/particle behavior than knit polyester)