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Texwipe TX1009 AlphaWipe 9x9 polyester cleanroom wiper bag (front)

Texwipe TX1009 AlphaWipe 9" x 9" Polyester Cleanroom Wiper

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ITW Texwipe:
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Type:
Dry Wiper
Family:
AlphaWipe
Material:
Polyester
Wiper Size:
9" x 9"
Wiper Edge:
Cut Edge
ISO Class:
ISO 4 (Class 10) - ISO 8 (Class 100,000)
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Country of Origin:
Made in China

TX1009 AlphaWipe 9" x 9" 100% Polyester Cleanroom Wiper - SOSCleanroom Standard Specification

Texwipe TX1009 AlphaWipe is a low-linting (no wiper is truly ‘zero-lint’ in every process condition), high-absorbency polyester knit wiper used for routine cleanroom wipe-downs, spill control, and controlled application/removal of common cleanroom solutions. It is made from 100% continuous-filament polyester in a double-knit, no-run interlock pattern to help withstand wiping force on equipment, fixtures, and rougher surfaces without easily snagging or unraveling.

Best-seller note: TX1009 is widely specified because it balances absorbency, durability, and contamination control for everyday wipe stations and wet processing steps.

Specifications:
  • Size: 9" x 9" (23 cm x 23 cm) nominal
  • Material: 100% continuous-filament polyester
  • Construction: Double-knit, no-run interlock
  • Edge: Laundered cut edge
  • Packaging: 150 wipers/bag (2 inner bags of 75); 10 bags/case
  • Use environments: Commonly used across ISO-class cleanrooms and controlled areas; final suitability depends on your process sensitivity, surface type, and SOP
Where TX1009 Fits in ISO Cleanrooms (and Why)

Cleanrooms are classified using the ISO 14644 family of standards based on allowable airborne particle concentrations. While ISO classification is based on air, cleanroom performance is often won or lost on surfaces. Particles and films on benches, carts, tools, fixtures, and equipment exteriors transfer by touch and become secondary sources that can migrate into product-critical zones. A disciplined wipe program reduces those reservoirs and helps maintain stable cleanroom conditions across shifts.

TX1009 is commonly used as a standardization candidate in ISO-controlled areas because its construction directly targets the practical risks that break wiping programs: shedding under abrasion, snagging on rough surfaces, inconsistent uptake that leads to smearing, and variability introduced by poor folding and face rotation. The combination of continuous-filament polyester and a double-knit no-run interlock helps the wipe remain intact under wiping force, while controlled laundering and packaging support consistent contamination characteristics and lot traceability.

Typical program fit: TX1009 is commonly used for routine wipe-downs and wet processing support across ISO Class 4–8 controlled areas. In higher-sensitivity zones, facilities often step up the edge strategy (sealed-edge/sealed-border) or use validated sterile wipes as required by SOP and quality systems.

ISO class describes the room, not the product. Final selection should be aligned to your surface criticality (product contact vs. non-product contact), residue sensitivity (optics, adhesion, coatings, corrosion), and your SOP requirements for sterile vs. non-sterile materials.

About the Manufacturer: 

Texwipe (an ITW company) treats cleanroom wiping as an engineered contamination-control input, not a commodity consumable. Its manufacturing approach starts with fabric and yarn selection (often continuous-filament polyester for reduced 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 emphasizes verification through fibers/particles/ions/residue testing and describes automation-forward processes to improve lot-to-lot consistency and reduce handling-driven contamination. SOSCleanroom supports that discipline with continuity of supply, documentation handoff (certs, lot traceability), and practical application support so teams can standardize wiping materials with predictable performance and maintain procurement reliability and audit readiness.

TX1009 Features:
  • 100% polyester fiber — continuous-filament, double-knit
  • Cleanroom laundered and packaged
  • Solvent-safe packaging
  • Lot-to-lot traceability
TX1009 Benefits:
  • Low-linting performance: Designed to help reduce particle and fiber contribution during wipe-downs (process-dependent)
  • Durability on surfaces: No-run interlock knit helps resist snagging and abrasion on rougher equipment and fixtures
  • Absorbency for wet steps: Effective for spill pickup and applying/removing cleaning agents and process solutions
  • Chemical resistance: Polyester knit construction is commonly used with IPA and many other cleanroom-compatible solvents/cleaners (verify compatibility to your chemistry and SOP)
Common Applications:
  • General wiping of benches, carts, tools, equipment exteriors, and fixtures
  • Spill control and pickup of process fluids
  • Cleaning and polishing stainless steel
  • Applying and removing disinfectants, cleaners, and process solutions
  • Protective covering for parts and product during staging, transfer, or temporary storage
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.
  • Wet vs. dry: For solvent wipe-downs, dampen—do not over-saturate—to maintain control and reduce dripping.
  • Change-out triggers: Replace the wiper when the face becomes visibly soiled, tacky, or leaves streaks/residue.
  • Part protection: When lining trays, avoid dragging parts across the wiper; lift and place to reduce particulate transfer.
Selection Notes (TX1009 vs. Other Options)
  • TX1009 vs. TX1009B: Same AlphaWipe family and nominal size, but TX1009B is typically chosen when bulk-packed presentation is preferred for dispensing or staging.
  • Dry vs. pre-wetted: If you want consistent wetting and reduced solvent handling, consider AlphaSat pre-wetted wipers (70% IPA options are common for routine wipe-downs).
  • Size-up/size-down: Use smaller wipes for tight work areas; use 12" x 12" or larger formats when coverage per wipe matters.

Link to Texwipe Technical Datasheet: Click Here

Other Similar Products Available From SOSCleanroom.com

AlphaWipe Dry Wipers

  • TX1004: 4" x 4" nominal (10 cm x 10 cm), 300 wipers/bag
  • TX1009B: 9" x 9" nominal (23 cm x 23 cm), bulk packed presentation
  • TX1013: 12" x 12" nominal (31 cm x 31 cm), 75 wipers/bag
  • TX1025: 24" x 44" nominal (60 cm x 112 cm), also used as a mop cover

AlphaSat Pre-Wetted Wipers

  • TX1034: 4" x 4" pre-wetted 70% IPA
  • TX1036: 6" x 6" pre-wetted 70% IPA
  • TX1039: 9" x 9" pre-wetted 70% IPA
  • TX7031: 9" x 32" pre-wetted 6% IPA
Recommended Glove Pairings for TX1009 AlphaWipe

Glove selection is a key part of contamination-control discipline during wiping operations. The Texwipe TX1009 AlphaWipe® is a non-sterile polyester cleanroom wiper. SOSCleanroom recommends pairing TX1009 with non-sterile gloves appropriate to the environment where it is being used and maintaining clear separation between sterile and non-sterile workflows per your SOP.

SOSCleanroom Highly Recommended (ISO Class 5):
Ansell 93-311 Nitrilite® Cleanroom Nitrile Gloves – Class 100 (ISO Class 5)

These non-sterile nitrile cleanroom gloves are engineered for low particle and extractables performance, making them an ideal pairing with TX1009 for IPA and solvent wipe-downs in ISO Class 5 controlled environments. The thin, high-tactility nitrile construction supports precision cleaning while maintaining chemical resistance.

Alternate Non-Sterile Options by Application:

Workflow note: Always follow your SOP for sterile vs. non-sterile material flow. TX1009 is non-sterile and should not be introduced into sterile workflows unless explicitly permitted by your facility procedures.

Notes: Looking for application guidance or qualification context for Texwipe TX1009 AlphaWipe 9" x 9" polyester cleanroom wipers? Open the SOSCleanroom Technical Vault tab above for practical wiping technique, selection notes (TX1009 vs. alternatives), and the documentation details teams typically review when standardizing cleanroom wipes across ISO-class controlled environments.

SOSCleanroom.com supports contamination-control programs with cleanroom consumables in stock, fair pricing, and responsive technical support—backed by same-day shipping options and customer service that understands real cleanroom workflows.

Product page updated: Jan. 20, 2026 (SOS Technical Staff)

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The Technical Vault By SOSCleanroom
ISO 14644 Operations Control Polyester Knit (Low-Lint) Abrasion-Resistant Use Spill Control & Solution Application Lot Traceability
Texwipe TX1009 AlphaWipe®: why this 9" x 9" polyester knit wiper is a cleanroom default

Texwipe TX1009 AlphaWipe® is a 100% continuous-filament polyester cleanroom wiper constructed in a double-knit, no-run interlock pattern and processed as a cleanroom laundered and packaged wipe. It is commonly selected for general wiping, spill control, and controlled application/removal of cleaning solutions where teams need a predictable, low-lint knit that holds up under routine handling and helps avoid snagging or abrasion-related particle release on rougher or more demanding surfaces.

Operations takeaway: TX1009 is most effective when it is treated as part of your ISO 14644 operations control program—defined wipe technique, defined wetness (damp-film vs. wet), defined change-out triggers, and controlled introduction/storage to prevent “clean wipes” from becoming a contamination source.

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 AlphaWipe® TX1009
  • Size: 9" x 9" nominal (23 cm x 23 cm)
  • Material / structure: 100% continuous-filament polyester; double-knit, no-run interlock pattern
  • Edge construction: Laundered cut edge (cut-edge knit processed for cleanroom use)
  • Processing: Cleanroom laundered and packaged; solvent-safe packaging; lot-to-lot traceability
  • Cleanroom use positioning: Commonly used across ISO Class 4–8 (confirm final suitability to your process and method)
  • Packaging: 150 wipers/bag (2 inner bags of 75); 10 bags/case; 1,500 wipers/case
  • Temperature note: Manufacturer guidance commonly references use below 400°F (205°C) (verify for your process and chemistry)

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

Performance characteristics (manufacturer-typical values)
  • Basis weight: 158 g/m2
  • Sorptive capacity: 530 mL/m2
  • Sorptive rate: 0.5 seconds
  • Particles (LPC ≥ 0.5 µm): 8.4 x 106 particles/m2
  • Particles 0.5–5.0 µm: 10 x 106 particles/m2
  • Particles 5.0–100 µm: 200,000 particles/m2
  • Fibers > 100 µm: 2,000 fibers/m2
  • NVR (IPA extractant): 0.04 g/m2
  • NVR (DIW extractant): 0.02 g/m2
  • Ions (typical): Sodium 0.22 ppm; Potassium 0.06 ppm; Chloride 0.05 ppm
  • Test methods: Per ITW Texwipe published methods (see datasheet for TM references and program notes)
What TX1009 is designed to do (typical use cases)
  • General wiping of work surfaces, equipment, and parts in controlled environments
  • Spill control where high sorbency and controlled pickup reduce spread and redeposit
  • Applying and removing lubricants, adhesives, residues, and other process solutions
  • Solvent wiping with common cleanroom chemistries (e.g., IPA; confirm compatibility to your SOP)
  • Polishing/cleaning stainless steel and other durable substrates
  • Lining trays to protect, dry, stage, or store parts and devices
  • Protective covering for parts and product during transfer/staging (when allowed by your contamination controls)

Abrasion-resistant intent: Manufacturer guidance positions TX1009 for use on more abrasive surfaces where wipes that snag or abrade can become a particle source.

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—do not “scrub forever” with a loaded surface.
  4. Damp-film technique: if using solvent, wet the wiper to a controlled damp state (not dripping). Over-wetting is a primary cause of streaks/tide marks and redeposit.
  5. Straight-line strokes: use consistent pressure and unidirectional strokes; avoid circular scrubbing that redistributes contamination.
  6. Change-out triggers: replace when the wipe loads, smears, becomes tacky, or when the surface quality standard is at risk.
  7. Dispose correctly: discard used wipers immediately into the designated waste stream (do not stage used wipes on benches/carts).

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 TX1009
  • If sterility is required: do not substitute a non-sterile wipe. Use the designated sterile AlphaWipe® variant required by your workflow and transfer rules.
  • If ultra-low residues are gating: confirm NVR/ionic requirements against the current datasheet and your internal limits; use the appropriate validated wipe/grade if your limits are tighter than the typical values.
  • If the surface is easily scratched: validate on delicate coatings/optical finishes; use a validated low-risk method and avoid excessive pressure.
  • If the chemistry is aggressive: verify compatibility and safety for your solvents/cleaners; do not assume universal compatibility.
  • If you need pre-wetted control: consider pre-wetted AlphaWipe® options (e.g., 70% IPA) when process discipline requires fixed solvent loading.
Recommended cleanroom glove pairing (ISO-aligned)

For ISO-controlled wiping applications, pair this Texwipe cleanroom wiper with a cleanroom-processed, low-particle nitrile glove that matches the contamination sensitivity of the wipe and the environment.

Why this matters: Wipers and gloves function as a system. Using a cleanroom-grade wipe with a non-cleanroom glove introduces particles, fibers, and ionic contamination that can negate the benefit of low-lint polyester construction and controlled wiping methods.

Glove discipline: Change gloves when contaminated, solvent-wet, torn, or after contacting non-controlled surfaces. Treat gloves as a primary contamination vector during wiping operations.

Why buy ITW Texwipe AlphaWipe® from SOSCleanroom
  • Master Distributor alignment: SOSCleanroom is a Master Distributor for ITW Texwipe, supporting correct SKU/pack configuration control and program continuity.
  • Configuration control: TX1009 is frequently standardized in SOPs; buying by exact SKU and case pack reduces “equivalent wiper” substitutions.
  • Audit readiness support: We help customers locate current manufacturer documentation (TDS, method notes, lot traceability expectations) aligned to receiving controls.
  • One-cart procurement: Pair AlphaWipe® with cleanroom gloves, swabs, solvents/IPA, and facility consumables so your method stays consistent.
Manufacturer documentation (authoritative references)
  • SOSCleanroom TX1009 product page: Click Here
  • AlphaWipe® Dry Wipers datasheet (SOS hosted PDF): Click Here
  • ISO 14644-5:2025 operations standard overview (ISO listing): Click Here
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