Texwipe TX714MD Flat Paddle Head Microdenier Cleanroom Swab (100% Polyester Microdenier, Thermal Bond, Streak-Free for Scratch-Sensitive Surfaces)

Texwipe TX714MD is a flat paddle head microdenier cleanroom swab engineered for streak-free critical cleaning on scratch-sensitive surfaces where film-lift, fine particulate pickup, and wipe-line control matter (optics, coatings, polished metals, molded lenses, precision plastics, and high-finish assemblies). The head is constructed from 100% polyester microdenier fabric to increase lifting and capture of particles (down to microbe-scale), and it uses complete thermal bond construction (no adhesive) to reduce bond-line contamination variables during solvent and solution use. TX714MD is nylon-free and compatible with QAC (quaternary ammonium chloride) cleaners and disinfectants, making it a strong fit for controlled cleaning workflows that require consistent wipe performance and reduced residue risk. It is cleanroom manufactured to exacting, repeatable tolerances, lot coded for traceability and quality control, and packaged in a reclosable, silicone-free bag to support clean handling at point of use.

Why microdenier matters: When you must lift thin residue films without marking the surface, microdenier polyester helps maintain controlled contact and high pickup, supporting repeatable, streak-resistant wipe results when technique and solvent grade are managed.

Specifications:

SKU: TX714MD BAG
Type: Dry Swab (non-sterile)
Swab family: Microdenier
Swab material: Microdenier (Poly)
Head material: 100% polyester microdenier
Head shape / design notes: Flat head paddle; long, easy-grip handle
Head bond: Thermal (adhesive-free construction)
Handle material: Polypropylene (100% virgin polypropylene handle)
Handle color: Light green
Packaging (bag): 100 swabs per recloseable bag
Packaging (case): 8 bags of 100 swabs per case
Packaging controls: Reclosable, silicone-free bag; lot coded for traceability and quality control
Head width: 12.7 mm (0.500")
Head thickness: 4.2 mm (0.165")
Head length: 25.7 mm (1.012")
Handle width: 5.2 mm (0.205")
Handle thickness: 3.0 mm (0.118")
Handle length: 101.8 mm (4.008")
Total swab length: 127.5 mm (5.020")
Compatibility note: Nylon-free; compatible with QAC (quaternary ammonium chloride) cleaners and disinfectants
Autoclave note: Autoclavable for use in sterile environments and processes (validate cycle, packaging, and post-sterilization handling to your SOP)
Industries: Biologics, Hard Disk Drive, Medical Device, Microelectronics, Optics, Pharmaceuticals, Semiconductor
Low-linting note: Designed for low-linting performance (no swab is truly ‘zero-lint’ in every process condition)

About the Manufacturer:

Texwipe (an ITW company) differentiates itself in contamination control by treating cleanroom swabs as engineered tools—material-controlled, precision manufactured, and cleaned/packaged to reduce performance drift. In the microdenier series, the performance driver is the textile: microdenier polyester is selected to support high pickup of fine particulates and thin films while helping operators maintain streak-free cleaning on scratch-sensitive surfaces. Texwipe also emphasizes complete thermal bonding to eliminate adhesives as a residue variable, along with lot coding and consistent tolerances to support standardized cleaning and investigation workflows.

SOSCleanroom (SOS) supports that manufacturing discipline through a long-standing working relationship with Texwipe focused on continuity of supply and documentation discipline, helping customers keep qualified swab materials stable across replenishment cycles and avoid last-minute substitutions in critical environments.

TX714MD Features:

100% polyester microdenier head: enhanced lifting and capture of fine particles; supports streak-free cleaning on delicate, scratch-sensitive surfaces
Flat paddle geometry: defined contact on seams, lands, edges, and intersecting surfaces for a predictable wipe line
Complete thermal bond construction: adhesive-free bond line reduces residue/extractables variables during solvent and solution use
Nylon-free: compatible with QAC (quaternary ammonium chloride) cleaners and disinfectants
Cleanroom manufactured: ultra-low typical levels of particles, NVRs (non-volatile residues), and ions (typical values; method-dependent)
100% virgin polypropylene handle: strong chemical resistance and reduced introduction of additional contaminants
Autoclavable: supports sterilization workflows when validated to your internal process controls
Lot coded: traceability and quality control support receiving inspection, investigations, and change control
Reclosable, silicone-free bag: supports controlled bench handling and staged use

TX714MD Benefits:

Streak-free cleaning on scratch-sensitive surfaces: microdenier textile supports film lift and residue control when solvent purity and technique are managed
Better wipe-line control: paddle head maintains defined contact on seams, joints, and intersecting surfaces
Reduced bond-line residue risk: adhesive-free thermal bond removes adhesives as a potential contamination variable
Repeatable results across operators: consistent dimensions and lot-coded traceability support standard work and investigations
Compatibility with QAC cleaners: strong fit for controlled cleaning programs using quaternary ammonium chloride disinfectants

Common Applications:

Applying and removing lubricants, adhesives, and other solutions in a critical clean environment
Scrubbing recessed areas and cleaning tight wipe points where defined contact matters
Removal of excess materials and debris from seams, edges, and intersecting surfaces/joints
Cleaning with compatible solutions and solvents (including QAC disinfectants where applicable)
Picking up fine powders (process-dependent; evaluate handling and cross-contamination controls)
Optics and precision-surface cleaning where scratch risk and streak control are primary drivers (validate to your surface, solvent, and endpoint criteria)

Best-Practice Use:

Control wetness: microdenier works best damp, not dripping. Over-wetting increases pooling and can leave dry-down marks tied to dissolved residues and NVR.
Single-direction strokes: use straight-line, overlapping passes to reduce redeposit risk; avoid circular scrubbing unless your written procedure requires it.
Use the paddle edge intentionally: keep the flat face aligned to the feature to maintain consistent pressure distribution and a predictable wipe line.
Rotate and replace early: present a fresh contact face frequently and discard when drag increases or the head loads—especially on optics/coated parts.
Avoid re-dipping: do not re-dip into shared solvent. Use controlled dispensing or small aliquots to reduce cross-contamination and residue carryback.

Selection Notes (TX714MD Fit-to-Task)

Choose microdenier when the surface is high consequence: microdenier polyester is commonly selected when scratch risk, haze, or film streaking is unacceptable and the cleaning endpoint must be repeatable.
Choose paddle geometry when contact definition matters: flat paddle heads help maintain stable wipe contact on seams, lands, and intersecting surfaces that cause rounded tips to roll.
Thermal bond is a process-control feature: adhesive-free construction removes adhesives as a bond-line residue variable during solvent or solution work.
Packaging discipline drives outcomes: reclosable bagging supports staged use, but only if operators minimize open time and avoid glove contact inside the bag opening plane.

Link to Texwipe Technical Datasheet: Click Here
Texwipe.com PDF: Click Here
Texwipe Swab Comparison Chart (brochure): Click Here

Notes: Need technique guidance for Texwipe TX714MD microdenier paddle swabs (wetness control, stroke discipline, and change-out cadence to reduce haze and streaks on scratch-sensitive surfaces)? Open the SOSCleanroom Technical Vault tab above for operator-level cleaning discipline used in real controlled-environment 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 cleanroom wipe points, qualification expectations, and repeatable cleaning methods.

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

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ISO 14644 Operations Control MicroDenier® Polyester Series (TX714MD) Microdenier Polyester Flat paddle head; rigid handle Precision Cleaning / Flat-Surface Detailing Lot Traceability

Texwipe TX714MD Flat Paddle Head MicroDenier® Polyester Cleanroom Swab (Non-Sterile) — Controlled Flat-Contact Wiping for Slots, Seals, and Surface Features Requiring Uniform Pressure

Texwipe’s TX714MD MicroDenier® Cleanroom Swab is a cleanroom-processed, non-sterile polyester swab designed with a flat paddle head to provide uniform contact across narrow flat surfaces and elongated features. Microdenier polyester fibers are commonly selected for low linting behavior, durability, and consistent wiping performance where solvent control and even pressure distribution are critical. Typical controlled-environment applications include seal lands, slots, rails, optical housings, tooling faces, and component edges where round or pointed swabs do not provide adequate surface coverage. Operational performance is driven by solvent selection, defined wetness targets, stroke discipline, and rotating the paddle surface to present a clean wiping face as loading occurs. Because flat paddle heads can load contamination quickly over a broad contact area, defined change-out triggers and single-use discipline help reduce re-deposition and variability. For controlled or validated programs, construction details, cleanliness positioning, and acceptance criteria should be verified against current manufacturer documentation and lot records.

Operations takeaway: In cleanrooms, swabs are a precision tool. The outcome depends on head material, solvent loading, stroke discipline, and single-use/change-out rules.

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

ISO 14644-5:2025 places cleaning and handling activities under a documented Operations Control Programme (OCP). Swabs belong in that system because they directly influence localized contamination (particles, fibers, residues, and solvent carryover). Where swabs are used for precision cleaning or detail wiping, the method should be written, trained, and repeatable: approved solvent, defined wetness, defined motion (stroke count and direction), and defined change-out triggers.

Control point: Flat paddle swabs distribute contact over a larger area—once loaded, they can redeposit contamination quickly. SOPs should define stroke limits and discard frequency.

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

Product: Texwipe TX714MD Flat Paddle Head MicroDenier® Polyester Cleanroom Swab
Head material: Microdenier polyester (cleanroom processed; verify per manufacturer documentation)
Tip geometry: Flat paddle head for uniform surface contact; dimensions per current specification (verify per manufacturer documentation)
Handle: Rigid handle for controlled placement; material/length per current specification (verify per manufacturer documentation)
Residue / lint positioning: Low-lint / low residue positioning for controlled environments; verify per manufacturer documentation
Sterility: Non-sterile (verify per manufacturer documentation)
Packaging: Verify current configuration per manufacturer documentation

Documentation rule: For controlled or validated programs, acceptance criteria should be based on current manufacturer documentation and lot records.

What this swab is designed to do (typical use cases)

Precision cleaning of narrow flat surfaces, slots, rails, and seal lands
Controlled solvent application/removal (IPA, acetone, engineered solvent per SOP) with even pressure distribution
Removing localized residue or particulate where round or pointed swabs do not provide adequate coverage
Detail wiping on sensitive or polished surfaces requiring uniform contact
Sampling or verification workflows only if applicable and permitted by your SOP

Selection note: Flat paddle polyester swabs are typically chosen when even contact matters more than solvent capacity. Validate against surface finish and chemistry.

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

Control introduction: bring swabs into the cleanroom per OCP rules.
Control wetness: load to a defined damp condition; avoid dripping or pooling.
Directional strokes: use short, unidirectional passes with even pressure.
Rotate the paddle: present a clean face as loading occurs.
Change-out triggers: discard when loaded, streaking is observed, or fibers deform.
Waste discipline: discard immediately into the designated waste stream.

Method standardization tip: Lock solvent, wetness target, and stroke count to reduce operator-to-operator variability.

Misuse controls & when not to use

If sterility is required: do not substitute non-sterile swabs for sterile workflows.
If sampling for validation: do not substitute cleaning swabs for protocol-defined sampling devices.
If chemistry is aggressive: verify polyester and handle compatibility.
If ESD is critical: use ESD-safe alternatives where required.

Recommended glove pairing (cleanroom handling discipline)

Glove pairing (ISO 5/Class 100 positioning): Ansell 93-311 Nitrilite® Cleanroom Nitrile Gloves . Non-sterile companion wiper options (standardize per SOP): TX1009, TX609, or TX1010.

Manufacturer documentation (authoritative references)

Manufacturer documentation portal: Click Here
ISO 14644-5:2025 operations standard overview: Click Here

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