TX1010 9 x 9 Polyester Cleanroom Wiper

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TX1010 Vectra Alpha10 9" x 9" 100% Polyester Sealed-Border Cleanroom Wiper

TX1010 Vectra Alpha10 is low-linting (no wiper is truly ‘zero-lint’ in every process condition), sealed-border polyester knit wiper engineered for critical cleaning in controlled environments where edge integrity and consistent cleanliness matter. It is made from 100% continuous-filament polyester in a no-run interlock, double-knit fabric and processed on Texwipe’s Vectra® automated cleaning system to help deliver low levels of ions, nonvolatile residues (NVRs), particles, and fibers for particle- and residue-sensitive wipe-downs.

Edge-control note: TX1010 is widely chosen when cut edges become the variable—abrasive fixtures, snag-prone corners, and repeatable wipe-downs where a sealed border helps reduce edge-driven fiber/particle release during wiping and folding.

Specifications:

Size: 9" x 9" (23 cm x 23 cm) nominal
Material: 100% continuous-filament polyester
Construction: No-run interlock, double-knit
Edge: Sealed border (four fully sealed borders)
Packaging: 100 wipers/bag (2 inner bags of 50); 10 bags/case
Use environments: Designed for use in ISO Class 3–5 cleanroom environments; also used in broader controlled areas where contamination control is paramount (final suitability depends on your process and cleaning method)

About the Manufacturer:

Texwipe (an ITW company) differentiates itself in cleanroom wiping by treating the wiper as an engineered product, not a commodity consumable. Its manufacturing approach starts with fabric and yarn selection (often continuous-filament polyester for lower shedding), then controls edge construction (cut-edge, sealed-edge, and patented sealed-border options), controlled cleaning/laundering, and packaging aligned to cleanroom application tiers.

Texwipe also emphasizes verification through fibers/particles/ions/residue/endotoxin testing and describes automation-forward processes—such as Vectra® continuous cleaning with 100% machine-vision inspection and hands-free sterile manufacturing steps—to improve lot-to-lot consistency and reduce handling-driven contamination risk. SOSCleanroom (SOS) supports that manufacturing discipline with a close working relationship with Texwipe focused on continuity of supply, clean documentation handoff (certs, lot traceability), and practical application support—so customers can standardize wiping materials with predictable performance while maintaining procurement reliability and audit readiness.

TX1010 Features:

Fully sealed border to help prevent edge fray and fiber release
Vectra® Process for clean, consistent wipers
100% continuous-filament, double-knit polyester (no-run interlock)
Solvent-safe Bag-Within-A-Bag® cleanroom packaging
Statistical quality control / Six Sigma quality assurance

TX1010 Benefits:

Cleanliness for critical wiping: Designed to help assure ultra-low levels of ions and extractables for residue- and corrosion-sensitive work (process-dependent)
Abrasion resistance where edges fail first: Resists abrasion under rigorous use or when wiping rough surfaces; sealed border targets edge-driven shedding
Reduced contamination contribution: Helps minimize fiber and particle release during wipe-downs, folding, and handling (process-dependent)
Lot traceability: Complete traceability of each bag supports investigations, qualification, and audit readiness

Common Applications:

General wiping in environments where contamination control is of paramount importance
Wiping interior of process tools, chambers, and other equipment where edge integrity matters
Abrasive or snag-prone surface wiping (textured hardware, fixtures, machined corners)
Solvent wipe-downs where residue behavior is part of the acceptance criteria (verify compatibility to your chemistry and SOP)

Best-Practice Use:

Fold for control: Fold into quarters (or eighths) to create multiple clean faces; rotate faces instead of re-wiping with a loaded surface.
Wipe pattern: Use straight-line strokes (top-to-bottom or left-to-right) to avoid re-depositing contamination.
Wet vs. dry: For solvent wipe-downs, dampen—do not over-saturate—so you maintain control and reduce dripping and residue risk.
Change-out triggers: Replace the wiper when the face becomes visibly soiled, tacky, or leaves streaks/residue—and if the border snags or the fold loses integrity.
Border discipline: Treat the sealed perimeter as part of the control plan—avoid aggressive scrubbing and excessive pressure that can elevate particle release even with sealed-border wipers.

Selection Notes (TX1010 vs. Other Options)

TX1010 vs. cut-edge knit polyester (e.g., AlphaWipe family): Choose TX1010 when edge fray, snagging, or edge-driven shedding is the risk; choose cut-edge knit wipers when a sealed border is not required for your surfaces and you prefer that construction/pack format.
Dry vs. pre-wetted: If you want consistent wetness and reduced solvent handling, select pre-wetted Vectra Alpha 10 formats (AlphaSat/CleanPaks) aligned to your solvent and workflow controls.
Non-sterile vs. sterile: TX1010 is typically used as a non-sterile cleanroom wiper; aseptic workflows generally require sterile, validated wipes with defined transfer and documentation controls.

Link to Texwipe Technical Datasheet: Click Here

Other Similar Products Available From SOSCleanroom.com

9" x 9" Polyester Wipers (Dry)

TX1009: 9" x 9" nominal (23 cm x 23 cm) polyester wipers, 150 wipers/bag
TX1009B: 9" x 9" nominal (23 cm x 23 cm) polyester wipers, bulk packed presentation
TX8949: 9" x 9" nominal (23 cm x 23 cm) sealed-edge polyester wipers, 150 wipers/bag

Cellulose/Polyester Blend Wipers (Dry)

TX609: 9" x 9" cellulose/polyester blend for general wiping and spill control
TX612: 12" x 12" cellulose/polyester blend for broader coverage per wipe

Notes: Looking for application guidance or qualification context for Texwipe TX1010 Vectra Alpha10 9" x 9" sealed-border polyester cleanroom wipers? Open the SOSCleanroom Technical Vault tab above for practical wiping technique (folding discipline, stroke control, wetness control), selection notes (sealed-border vs. cut-edge knit options), and the documentation details teams typically review when standardizing critical wipers across ISO-class controlled environments.

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Product page updated: Jan. 1, 2026 (SOS Technical Staff)

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Controlling Fiber Release at the Edge: Why Sealed-Border Polyester Wipers Matter in Critical Cleaning

The Technical Vault By SOSCleanroom

ISO 14644-5 Operations Sealed-Edge Fiber Control Low NVR / Ionic Awareness Tool Interior Cleaning Residue & Rework Reduction Dry Wiper (Alcohol Pairing Allowed)

Texwipe TX1010 Vectra® Alpha® 10 — what this wiper is designed to control

Texwipe TX1010 Vectra® Alpha® 10 is a 100% polyester cleanroom wiper with sealed borders, processed on Texwipe’s automated Vectra® cleaning system to support low levels of particles, fibers, ions, and non-volatile residues (NVR). The defining feature of TX1010 is its sealed-edge construction, which significantly reduces fiber release when the wiper contacts corners, fasteners, rails, and abrasive interior tool surfaces.

In real-world cleanroom operations, many “lint-free failures” occur at the edge of the wipe. Cut-edge wipers can shed when dragged across sharp or textured features, creating defect risk long after the cleaning step is complete. TX1010 is selected when fiber control—not just absorbency—is the primary risk gate.

Operations takeaway: TX1010 is chosen when the wipe path itself is aggressive—tool interiors, edges, and fixtures—where sealed borders materially reduce the probability of wipe-generated contamination.

ISO-first context: wiper selection as an operational control

ISO 14644-5 treats cleaning as an operational control that must be appropriate for the surfaces, equipment geometry, and contamination risks present in the cleanroom. Wiper construction—material, edge finish, and processing—directly influences particle and fiber contribution during cleaning. When defect sensitivity is high, these attributes should be explicitly defined in SOPs rather than left to operator preference.

For pharmaceutical programs, the manufacturer identifies TX1010 as meeting USP <797> and USP <800> wiper requirements and as autoclave safe. These statements support use in controlled programs, but sterile presentation, transfer, and handling remain separate controls that must be addressed by site procedures.

Technical data summary (reference for RFQs, SOPs, and receiving)

SKU	TX1010
Material	100% polyester
Edge finish	Sealed border
Size	9" x 9"
Processing	Vectra® automated cleaning system
Sterility	Non-sterile (sterile variants required where applicable)

Controlled-program reminder: For defect-sensitive or validated programs, confirm current manufacturer typicals (particles/fibers, NVR, ions), packaging configuration, and any autoclave guidance using current documentation tied to the lots received.

Best-practice use to minimize fiber release and re-deposit

Open packaging only when ready to wipe and remove one wiper at a time. Avoid contact between the wiping surface and gloves, garments, benches, or carton edges. Apply solvent to the wiper to achieve a controlled damp condition rather than dispensing directly onto the surface. Excess solvent increases the likelihood of pushing dissolved contaminants into seams and interfaces.

Wipe in straight, overlapping strokes in one direction, folding the wiper to expose a clean surface after each pass. Do not backtrack with a loaded face. Replace the wiper immediately if it becomes loaded, tacky, or begins to streak. For grooves, ports, or recessed features, transition to a swab rather than forcing a flat wipe into confined geometry.

1) Bag control
Open only when ready; remove one wiper; keep inventory covered; do not stage open packs.

2) Wetness discipline
Apply solvent to the wiper (not the surface). Target damp-film control; avoid flooding seams.

3) Lane + face rotation
Straight, overlapping passes. Fold and rotate to a clean face after each pass; don’t backtrack.

4) Change-out triggers
Replace when loaded, tacky, streaking, or drag increases. Switch to swabs for ports/grooves.

Technique standardization tip: If outcomes differ by operator, lock four variables in the SOP: fold pattern, lane width/overlap, stroke count per surface, and the change-out point (before streaking or drag begins).

Typical cleanroom failures and how to avoid them

Fiber generation at corners: Use sealed-edge wipers on abrasive paths.
Re-deposit and streaking: Rotate wipe faces and avoid backtracking.
Over-wetting: Maintain damp-film technique.
Handling contamination: Enforce handle-only discipline.
Wrong wiper for sterile workflows: Select sterile products when required.

Suggested companion products and technical rationale

Glove: Ansell 93-311 Nitrilite® — reduces operator-introduced contamination.
Solution: Texwipe TX167 Non-Sterile 70% IPA (16 oz.) — supports controlled damp-film cleaning (apply to the wiper; avoid flooding seams).
Swab: Texwipe TX761 — enables access to seams and ports.
Process control upgrade — Cleanroom wiper dispensers: Cleanroom Wiper Dispensers — Dispensers reduce handling contamination, prevent over-withdrawal, and help enforce one-wiper-at-a-time discipline. In ISO-controlled environments, dispensers can reduce carton-edge contact, limit exposed inventory, and reinforce consistent wipe presentation.

Pairing discipline: TX1010 is non-sterile; pair with non-sterile consumables for audit-ready alignment. Sterile items should be used only when the featured product and workflow explicitly require sterile presentation and transfer.

Manufacturer documentation (authoritative references)

Standards bodies (method overview pages): IEST | ASTM

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Disclaimer: This Technical Vault content is provided for general guidance only. It does not create or replace your facility SOPs, validation/qualification, risk assessments, training requirements, or regulator/customer expectations. Always follow your approved procedures, current manufacturer documentation (TDS/SDS), EHS controls, and applicable standards. Product selection and use must be confirmed by your internal quality and safety stakeholders for the intended surfaces, residues, and process requirements.