TX409 Absorbond 9" x 9" Polyester Cleanroom Wiper

TX409 Absorbond is a low-linting (no wiper is truly ‘zero-lint’ in every process condition), hydroentangled polyester cleanroom wiper selected for critical wiping where softness, non-abrasiveness, and very low nonvolatile residue (NVR) extractables are essential. Absorbond is made from 100% hydroentangled polyester; the hydroentanglement process uses jets of water to mechanically entangle fibers, eliminating the need for chemical binders. Even though Absorbond contains no surfactants, its sorptive capacity is five times its weight due to the density of its fiber structure, which supports liquid uptake through capillary action.

Best-seller note: TX409 is commonly specified for oil/grease cleanup and delicate optical-grade components because it combines high sorptive capacity with a soft, non-abrasive surface and ultra-low extractables for residue-sensitive processes.

Specifications:

Size: 9" x 9" (23 cm x 23 cm) nominal
Material/Structure: 100% hydroentangled polyester (100% synthetic fiber)
Binders/Surfactants: No binders; no surfactants
Edge: Cut edge
Packaging: 300 wipers/bag (2 inner bags of 150); 10 bags/case
Cleanroom packaging: SolventSafe Bag-Within-A-Bag® cleanroom packaging
ISO environment: ISO 5 (Class 100) – ISO 8 (Class 100,000)
Absorbency (typical): Sorptive capacity 210 mL/m² (IPA); sorptive rate 1.4 seconds (IPA)
Contamination data (typical): IPA extractant NVR 0.01 g/m²; DIW extractant NVR 0.005 g/m²
Ionics (typical): Na 7.0 ppm; K 2.0 ppm; Cl 5.0 ppm
Use environments: Controlled wiping where residue limits and non-abrasive handling matter (final suitability depends on your process and cleaning method)

About the Manufacturer:

Texwipe (an ITW company) positions Absorbond as an engineered wiper platform for residue-sensitive and optics-adjacent processes—where softness and low extractables matter as much as particle control. In Absorbond, the hydroentanglement process mechanically entangles fibers using water jets (without chemical binders), and the finished product is packaged in solvent-safe bag-within-a-bag cleanroom packaging to support controlled handling and transfer discipline.

Texwipe also highlights statistical quality control and lot-to-lot traceability in this family. SOSCleanroom (SOS) supports that documentation 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.

TX409 Features:

100% synthetic fiber (hydroentangled polyester)
No binders
SolventSafe Bag-Within-A-Bag® cleanroom packaging
Statistical Quality Control
Excellent oil and grease absorption

TX409 Benefits:

High sorptive capacity: Provides absorbency up to five times its own weight for effective pickup of oils, greases, and process fluids (process-dependent)
Non-abrasive handling: Soft, durable surface helps prevent abrasion on delicate and finish-critical components
Residue control: Very low solvent extractable levels help reduce NVR risk where residues are tightly controlled
Lot traceability: Supports standardization and documentation expectations through lot-to-lot traceability

Common Applications:

Cleaning and absorbing oil and grease
Very low solvent extractable levels make Absorbond ideal for applications where low nonvolatile residue is essential
Non-abrasive cleaning and handling of delicate optical-grade components such as coated lenses, fiber optic sensors, and mirrors
Cleaning precision assembly components and sensitive surfaces
Low-contamination work surface

Best-Practice Use:

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.
Oil/grease pickup: For heavy oils, use light pressure first to “lift” the film, then refold to a clean face for a final pass to reduce smearing.
Residue discipline: When NVR limits matter, avoid over-wetting and avoid reusing a loaded face; change wipers early to protect cleanliness performance.
Optics handling: For coated lenses and mirrors, use minimal pressure and a fresh face to reduce drag marks; validate technique against your finish criteria and SOP.

Selection Notes (TX409 vs. Other Options)

TX409 vs. TX404: Same Absorbond family and material; choose TX404 (4" x 4") for tight work areas or small parts; choose TX409 when you want more surface area per wipe.
Absorbond vs. knit polyester (TX1009/TX1009B): Choose Absorbond when softness and ultra-low extractables are the priority; choose knit polyester when higher mechanical durability and scrub strength are needed on equipment and fixtures.
Cut edge vs. sealed edge (TX2069): If your wipe-down involves abrasive edges, sharp corners, or higher snag risk, consider a sealed-edge polyester option; for residue-sensitive optics work, Absorbond often stays in the lead.

Link to Texwipe Technical Datasheet: Click Here

Other Similar Products Available From SOSCleanroom.com

Absorbond Dry Wipers

TX404: 4" x 4" (10 cm x 10 cm), hydroentangled polyester, 1200 wipers/bag
TX409: 9" x 9" (23 cm x 23 cm), hydroentangled polyester, 300 wipers/bag

Other 9" x 9" Polyester Options

TX1009B: AlphaWipe 9" x 9" polyester knit, bulk-packed presentation
TX2069: ThermaSeal60 9" x 9" sealed-edge polyester knit for abrasion-heavy wipe-downs
TX8949: TexVantage 9" x 9" sealed-edge polyester for durability and traceability-driven programs

Notes: Looking for application guidance or qualification context for Texwipe TX409 Absorbond 9" x 9" hydroentangled polyester cleanroom wipers? Open the SOSCleanroom Technical Vault tab above for practical wiping technique, selection notes (TX409 vs. alternatives), and the documentation details teams typically review when standardizing residue-sensitive wipes across ISO-class controlled environments.

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

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The Technical Vault By SOSCleanroom

ISO 14644 Operations Control Absorbond® Polyester (High Absorbency) Spill Control & Pickup 9" x 9" Standard Format Lot Traceability

Texwipe TX409 Absorbond® 9" x 9": high-absorbency polyester wiping for spill control and efficient liquid pickup

Texwipe TX409 Absorbond® is a polyester cleanroom wiper in a 9" x 9" format, commonly selected for tasks where liquid pickup and spill control are primary requirements. In controlled environments, absorbent polyester wipes are often used to capture and remove fluids quickly while maintaining disciplined contamination control practices. TX409 is frequently positioned for maintenance cleaning, routine wipe-downs, and controlled spill response inside ISO-managed spaces—provided the method defines wetness, wipe pattern, and discard triggers.

Operations takeaway: Absorbency helps you remove liquids, but technique determines whether you remove contamination or spread it. Standardize one-face-per-pass and clean-to-less-clean flow to avoid redeposit.

ISO-first context: treat spill response as an operations-control method

ISO 14644-5:2025 emphasizes an Operations Control Programme (OCP) that governs cleaning and maintenance methods. Spills and liquid handling are high-variance events that can quickly become contamination-transfer problems if the response is improvised. A practical approach is to define a spill response SOP that assigns (1) the approved absorbent wipe, (2) the approved chemistry, (3) the wipe technique (pickup first, then finishing passes), and (4) the waste stream for disposal. TX409 fits well when the program requires a consistent, absorbent polyester wipe for controlled pickup steps.

Control point: Treat the first wipes as “containment pickup” and the later wipes as “finishing.” Do not use one loaded wipe to chase a spill across the surface.

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

Product: Texwipe Absorbond® TX409
Size: 9" x 9" nominal (23 cm x 23 cm)
Material / structure: Polyester (verify construction on current manufacturer documentation)
Edge: Verify edge construction per current manufacturer documentation
Processing: Cleanroom processed and packaged; lot traceability
Typical ISO positioning: Frequently used for controlled pickup/maintenance in ISO Class 6–8 methods (process dependent)
Packaging: Verify current bag/case counts and configuration per current manufacturer documentation

Receiving rule: Lock the exact SKU and configuration in SOPs. “Absorbent polyester wipes” vary in thickness, pickup behavior, and residue performance.

What TX409 is designed to do (typical use cases)

Spill control and efficient liquid pickup in controlled environments (per SOP)
Routine wipe-downs where higher absorbency supports faster cleanup and fewer wipes
Applying and removing cleaning solutions when the method benefits from higher liquid handling
Maintenance cleaning steps on benches, carts, and equipment exteriors
Bulk fluid removal prior to a defined finishing pass (when required)

Method note: For residue-critical surfaces, consider a two-step method: (1) pickup with TX409, then (2) finish with the validated low-lint or sealed-edge wipe required by the SOP.

Best-practice use (spill response and controlled pickup)

Contain first: blot/pick up the bulk liquid first—do not smear a spill across the surface.
Fold for faces: use multiple faces; treat each face as single-use for pickup passes.
Clean-to-less-clean flow: move contamination out of the area; do not backtrack with a loaded face.
Damp-film control: if applying chemistry, avoid over-wetting and pooling that can spread soils and cause streaks.
Finish intentionally: after pickup, perform defined finishing passes as required by the SOP.
Dispose correctly: discard used wipes immediately into the designated waste stream.

Training tip: The highest-risk behavior is “chasing the spill.” Train blotting/pickup first, then controlled finishing passes.

Misuse controls & when not to use TX409

If sterility is required: do not substitute a non-sterile wipe for sterile workflows.
If critical finishing is required: validate whether a knit polyester or sealed-edge wipe is needed for the final pass.
If ultra-low residues/ions are gating: confirm extractables requirements against current manufacturer documentation and your internal limits.
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 spill response activities.

Ansell Nitrilite® 93-311 Cleanroom Nitrile Gloves — ISO Class 5 (Class 100), cleanroom processed and packaged

Why this matters: Spill response often involves fast handling and multiple contacts. A cleanroom-grade glove reduces transfer contamination and supports repeatable cleanup outcomes.

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

Why buy ITW Texwipe Absorbond® TX409 from SOSCleanroom

Configuration control: Absorbent wipes vary widely; ordering by exact SKU supports consistent pickup behavior.
Audit readiness support: We help customers align receiving controls to labeling, pack configuration, and lot traceability expectations.
One-cart procurement: Pair Absorbond® wipes with cleanroom gloves, swabs, and facility consumables so spill and cleaning methods stay consistent.

Manufacturer documentation (authoritative references)

SOSCleanroom TX409 product page: Click Here
ITW Texwipe Absorbond® documentation portal (search TX409): Click Here
ISO 14644-5:2025 operations standard overview (ISO listing): Click Here

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