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TX3042 Sterile Vertex 12" x 12" Polyester High Sorption Sealed Edge Wiper

Texwipe TX3042 Sterile Vertex 12" x 12" Polyester High Absorption Sealed Edge Wiper

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SKU:
TX3042
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Quantity Option (Case):
5 Bags of 100 Wipers Per Case
Type:
Dry Wiper
Wiper Family:
Vertex
Wiper Material:
Polyester
Wiper Size:
12" x 12"
Wiper Edge:
Sealed Edge
Sterile:
Yes
ISO Class:
ISO 3 (Class 1) - ISO 8 (Class 100,000)
Country of Origin::
Made in USA

TX3042 Sterile Vertex 12" x 12" Polyester High Absorption Sealed Edge Wiper

TX3042 Sterile Vertex is low-linting (no wiper is truly ‘zero-lint’ in every process condition), high-sorption polyester knit wiper used for sterile wipe-downs, spill control, and critical cleaning in controlled environments. It is made from 100% continuous-filament polyester knit fabric (virgin stock) and processed on Texwipe’s Vertex® manufacturing system to deliver a very soft feel, sealed-edge integrity, and repeatable contamination control for outcome-sensitive cleaning steps.

Best-seller note: TX3042 is commonly specified when teams want a sterile, sealed-edge knit wiper with high sorptive capacity and strong documentation signals to support audit-ready sterile workflows.

Specifications:
  • Size: 12" x 12" nominal (31 cm x 31 cm)
  • Material: 100% continuous-filament polyester knit (virgin stock)
  • Construction: Vertex® sterile high-sorption knit; very soft feel and high sorptive capacity
  • Edge: Sealed edge
  • Sterile: Yes — gamma irradiated in accordance with ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11137; Sterility Assurance Level (SAL) of 10-6
  • Packaging: 100 wipers/bag (5 inner bags of 20 wipers); 5 bags/case
  • Wiper family: Vertex
  • Use environments: ISO 3 (Class 1) through ISO 8 (Class 100,000) (final suitability depends on your process and cleaning method)
  • Typical performance/cleanliness metrics (TDS; not specifications): Sorptive capacity 450 mL/m2; sorptive rate 0.3 seconds; LPC (≥ 0.5 µm) 9.5 x 106 particles/m2; particles 0.5–5.0 µm 3.0 x 106 particles/m2; 5.0–100 µm 66,000 particles/m2; fibers (> 100 µm) 200 fibers/m2; NVR (IPA) 0.02 g/m2; NVR (DIW) 0.01 g/m2
About the Manufacturer: 

Texwipe (an ITW company) differentiates itself in cleanroom wiping by treating the wiper as an engineered product, not a commodity consumable. For Vertex® sterile wipers, Texwipe describes an integrated, hands-free micro-environment that cleans and converts wipers with real-time process monitoring and alarms for critical parameters, supporting lot-to-lot consistency while reducing handling-driven contamination risk.

 

TX3042 is positioned as a made-in-the-USA, virgin-stock, continuous-filament polyester knit wiper with gamma irradiation aligned to ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11137 and case-level documentation (Certificates of Processing and Compliance). Manufacturer materials also describe ongoing verification signals, including quarterly Agarose Overlay and LAL endotoxin testing, to support sterile program controls. SOSCleanroom (SOS) supports that documentation discipline with a close working relationship focused on continuity of supply, clean documentation handoff (certs, lot traceability), and practical application support—so customers can standardize sterile wiping materials with predictable performance while maintaining procurement reliability and audit readiness.

TX3042 Features:
  • High sorption capacity
  • Unique fabric structure
  • Gamma irradiated in accordance with ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11137
  • Certificates of Processing and Compliance are attached to each case
  • Quarterly microbial testing by Agarose Overlay and Limulus Amebocyte Lysate (LAL) endotoxin testing
TX3042 Benefits:
  • Spill-response efficiency: High sorption capacity helps reduce the number of wipers needed for spill control (process-dependent).
  • Delicate-surface friendly: Very soft feel supports use with delicate surfaces or precision applications.
  • Sterile assurance: Meets Sterility Assurance Level of 10-6 and confirms radiation dose met specified dose at time of receiving.
  • Endotoxin control support: Meets FDA guideline framing for medical device bacterial endotoxin limit of not more than 20 EU/device.
Common Applications:
  • Sterile wipe-downs of benches, carts, tools, equipment exteriors, and fixtures
  • Spill pickup of process fluids where sterile materials are required by SOP
  • Final wipe-down of critical surfaces prior to sterile staging, filling, or packaging activities
  • Cleaning steps where sealed-edge control helps reduce fray-related risk during pressure wiping
Best-Practice Use:
  • Material transfer discipline: Introduce only the required inner bag into the controlled area per your gowning/material transfer SOP; keep unused bags sealed to protect sterility.
  • Fold for control: Fold into quarters 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.
  • Pressure management: Use controlled pressure on delicate surfaces; change faces frequently to reduce the chance of dragging embedded particulate.
  • Change-out triggers: Replace the wiper when the face becomes visibly soiled, tacky, or begins leaving residue/streaks.
Selection Notes (TX3042 vs. Other Options)
  • TX3042 vs. TX3049: Same sterile Vertex family and sealed-edge construction, but TX3049 is typically chosen when a 9" x 9" format improves hand control and tight-space access.
  • Dry vs. pre-wetted: If you want consistent wetness and reduced solvent handling, consider TX3042P (pre-wetted 70% USP-Grade IPA / 30% USP Purified Water). If your SOP requires custom wetting chemistry, stay with dry TX3042.
  • Sealed edge vs. other edge constructions: If abrasion behavior, edge integrity, or surface sensitivity are key risks, compare sealed-edge options within your qualification plan.

Link to Texwipe Technical Datasheet: Click Here

Other Similar Products Available From SOSCleanroom.com

Sterile Vertex Dry Wipers

  • TX3042: 12" x 12" nominal (31 cm x 31 cm) sealed-edge wipers, triple-bagged, 100 wipers/bag
  • TX3049: 9" x 9" nominal (23 cm x 23 cm) sealed-edge wipers, triple-bagged, 100 wipers/bag

Sterile Vertex Pre-Wetted Wipers

  • TX3042P: 12" x 12" nominal (31 cm x 31 cm), sealed-edge wipers, pre-wetted 70% IPA, triple-bagged, 25 wipers/bag
  • TX3049P: 9" x 9" nominal (23 cm x 23 cm), sealed-edge wipers, pre-wetted 70% IPA, triple-bagged, 25 wipers/bag

Notes: Looking for application guidance or qualification context for Texwipe TX3042 Sterile Vertex 12" x 12" polyester high-absorption sealed-edge wipers? Open the SOSCleanroom Technical Vault tab above for practical wiping technique, selection notes (TX3042 vs. alternatives), and the documentation details teams typically review when standardizing sterile wipers across ISO-class controlled environments.

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Product page updated: Jan. 3, 2026 (SOS Technical Staff)

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The Technical Vault By SOSCleanroom
ISO 14644 Operations Control Texwipe Vertex® (Sterile) Polyester / High Absorption / Sealed Edge Sterile Wipe-Down & Liquid Pickup 12" x 12" Lot Traceability
Texwipe TX3042 Sterile Vertex® 12" x 12" Polyester High-Absorption Sealed-Edge Wiper — larger format coverage with sealed-edge control for sterile wipe-downs and liquid pickup

Texwipe TX3042 Sterile Vertex® is a sterile, 12" x 12" polyester cleanroom wiper positioned for applications where absorbency and perimeter control matter in a controlled or aseptic environment. The larger format can improve coverage per wipe and supports repeatable fold patterns when wiping broader surfaces such as benches, carts, equipment exteriors, and staging areas (as defined in your SOP). A sealed edge provides an additional control at the wipe perimeter, which can be relevant when cleaning near critical interfaces or when preventing edge fray is a method requirement. High-absorption wipe platforms are typically selected to support liquid pickup and controlled damp-film technique when the SOP defines wetness targets and discard points. As with all sterile wipes, outcomes depend on controlled introduction, maintaining package integrity, one-pass/one-face technique, and clean-to-less-clean flow. Final suitability should be confirmed against current manufacturer documentation and your internal limits for residues, surface quality, and chemistry compatibility.

Operations takeaway: TX3042 supports ISO-aligned operations control by combining a larger wipe format with sealed-edge perimeter control. Define fold pattern, stroke count, and discard triggers in the SOP—especially when the wipe is used for liquid pickup or when streaking/film must be tightly controlled.

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

ISO 14644-5:2025 frames cleanroom performance around a documented Operations Control Programme (OCP) that governs personnel practices, material transfer, cleaning, maintenance, and monitoring. Wipers belong in that system because the wipe itself, the chemistry, and the technique directly affect residues, particles, and recontamination risk. If you clean parts, fixtures, tools, or work surfaces inside an ISO-class controlled environment, the method should be written, trained, and repeatable.

Control point: Most “wiper failures” are technique failures—over-wetting, re-wiping with a loaded face, backtracking into clean areas, or using a wiper beyond its change-out point.

Specifications (SKU controls for RFQs, SOPs, and receiving)
  • Product: Texwipe TX3042 Sterile Vertex® 12" x 12" Polyester High-Absorption Sealed-Edge Wiper
  • Size: 12" x 12" (approx. 30.5 cm x 30.5 cm)
  • Material / structure: Polyester cleanroom wiper, high-absorption platform (verify construction details per manufacturer documentation)
  • Edge construction: Sealed edge (verify current edge spec per manufacturer documentation)
  • Processing: Sterile, cleanroom processed and packaged; lot traceability
  • ISO environment positioning: Process dependent; commonly used for controlled environments (final suitability depends on your method)
  • Packaging: Verify current sterile packaging format and bag/case configuration per manufacturer documentation

Documentation rule: For controlled/validated programs, always base acceptance criteria on current manufacturer documentation and lot records (not web summaries).

What this wiper is designed to do (typical use cases)
  • Routine sterile wipe-down of larger surfaces (benches, carts, equipment exteriors) using defined fold patterns and one-face-per-pass technique.
  • Liquid pickup and controlled wipe-down where absorbency is a selection driver and discard triggers are defined to prevent re-deposition.
  • Cleaning near critical interfaces where sealed-edge construction supports controlled perimeter performance (validate on sensitive surfaces as needed).
  • Standardized cleaning of tools and fixtures introduced into a controlled area, following material transfer and staging rules.
  • General sterile cleaning passes where method repeatability is required across operators and shifts (validate outcomes against your residue and surface-quality expectations).

Method note: For high-absorption wipes, “too wet” can happen quickly if the wipe is used as both a wetting tool and a pickup tool. Define the wetness target, stroke count, and discard point so the wipe does not become a redistribution mechanism. For confined geometries, define the swab method separately (one swab, one area; no re-dipping).

Best-practice use (reduce residues, particles, and rework)
  1. Control introduction: bring wipes into the cleanroom per your OCP rules (outer packaging removal, staging, and storage).
  2. Use clean-to-less-clean flow: wipe from the cleanest zone to the dirtiest zone; do not backtrack.
  3. Fold for control: fold to create multiple clean faces; use one face per pass, then refold.
  4. Damp-film technique: if using solvent, wet to a controlled damp state (not dripping).
  5. Straight-line strokes: use consistent pressure and unidirectional strokes; avoid circular scrubbing.
  6. Change-out triggers: discard when loaded, smeary, tacky, saturated, or when surface-quality requirements are at risk.

Method standardization tip: If outcomes differ by operator, lock four variables in the SOP: wetness target, stroke count, fold pattern, and change-out point.

Misuse controls & when not to use
  • If sterility is required: do not substitute a non-sterile wipe for sterile workflows.
  • If ultra-low residues/ions are gating: confirm requirements against current manufacturer documentation and your internal limits.
  • If the surface is easily scratched: validate on delicate finishes; avoid excessive pressure.
  • If chemistry is aggressive: verify compatibility and safety for solvents/cleaners; do not assume universal compatibility.
Recommended cleanroom glove pairing (ISO-aligned)

For ISO-controlled wiping applications, pair this cleanroom wipe with a cleanroom-processed, low-particle nitrile glove to reduce contamination transfer during handling and routine wipe-downs.

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

Recommended sterile swab pairing (detail cleaning & confined geometries)

For ports, crevices, and recessed features where a wiper cannot maintain contact control, use a sterile cleanroom swab to keep the cleaning method consistent and to reduce accidental contact with critical surfaces.

Swab discipline: Use a strict “one swab, one area” approach for sterile workflows. Do not re-dip; discard immediately if the tip is overloaded or if the swab contacts non-sterile surfaces.

Why buy this ITW Texwipe wiper from SOSCleanroom
  • Configuration control: Wipe selection is method-sensitive; ordering by exact SKU helps prevent unintended substitutions.
  • Audit readiness support: We help customers locate current manufacturer documentation aligned to receiving controls and lot traceability expectations.
  • One-cart procurement: Pair wipes with sterile gloves, sterile swabs, and facility consumables so your method stays consistent.
Manufacturer documentation (authoritative references)
  • SOSCleanroom product page: Click Here
  • ITW Texwipe documentation portal (search by SKU): Click Here
  • ISO 14644-5:2025 operations standard overview (ISO listing): Click Here
Questions? Email Sales@SOSsupply.com or call (214) 340-8574. You can also explore the SOSCleanroom AI ChatBot, powered by SOSCleanroom data libraries, for product guidance and technical education. Disclaimer: This Technical Vault content is provided by SOSCleanroom for general educational and operational reference only. It does not constitute legal, regulatory, validation, clinical, or safety advice and must not be interpreted as a certification or guarantee of compliance. Customers are responsible for developing, approving, and maintaining their own SOPs, training programs, validation activities, and compliance strategies based on applicable regulations, official standards, and current manufacturer documentation. References to ISO standards (including the ISO 14644 series) are for contextual guidance only. ISO standards are copyrighted works of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and are authoritative only in their official published form. © 2026 SOSCleanroom. All rights reserved. Content reviewed and current as of January 2026.

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