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Foamtec MiraSWAB® Semi-Flexible Small Bulb Microfiber Over Foam Tip Swabs / ESD Safe Handle - 12,500 Swabs/Case - HT1602FC-500

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SKU: HT1602FC-500
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Description
  • Key Performance Benefit: The 1600 Series Microfiber Swabs from Foamtec are designed for precision cleaning, particularly in environments requiring electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection.
  • Material & Construction: These swabs feature ultra-clean, static-dissipative MiraWIPE® fabric tips designed for use on optical assemblies. The tips are thermally bonded to the handle to ensure durability and reliability.
  • Risk Reduction / Compliance Benefit: The microfiber fabric is excellent for particle removal and retention while maintaining low levels of non-volatile residues.
  • Protection Level: Designed to minimize tribocharging, helping protect sensitive electronic components from electrostatic discharge.
  • Comfort & Usability: Suitable for precision cleaning tasks across various industries and environments.
  • Safety & Compliance Assurance: Manufactured and packaged in an ISO 5 & ISO 13485 certified cleanroom to meet high cleanliness standards.

Recommended For

  • Semiconductor cleanroom environments
  • Medical electronics assembly
  • Aerospace assembly cleanrooms
  • Cleaning optical assemblies
  • Precision particle removal
  • Cleaning sensitive electronic components

Product Details

  • Head Thickness: 2.7 mm
  • Head Width: 3.9 mm
  • Head Length: 10.7 mm
  • Handle Length: 58.4 mm
  • Handle Diameter: 2.5 mm
  • Total Length: 69.1 mm
  • Head Material: MiraWIPE® / CleanWIPE®
  • Head Bond: Thermal
  • Handle Material: Static Dissipative Polypropylene
  • Handle Color: White

Primary Industries

  • Semiconductor
  • Medical Electronics
  • Aerospace

Standards and Certifications

  • ISO 5 cleanroom manufacturing
  • ISO 13485 cleanroom manufacturing
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An ESD-safe microfiber swab is preferred when cleaning or handling electronic assemblies that could be affected by electrostatic discharge. The static dissipative handle helps reduce static buildup during cleaning tasks, making it appropriate for environments where protecting sensitive circuitry and electronic components is critical.

What types of components are commonly cleaned with ESD-safe microfiber swabs?

These swabs are often used on circuit boards, sensors, connectors, and optical assemblies that require careful handling. The microfiber tip helps capture particles and residues while maintaining gentle contact with delicate surfaces commonly found in semiconductor, medical electronics, and aerospace manufacturing environments.

How do microfiber tips help improve particle removal during cleaning?

Microfiber tips contain fine fibers that can trap and retain very small particles during wiping. This helps prevent contaminants from being redistributed across the surface, supporting more effective cleaning of precision components where even small particles could affect performance or reliability.

Can these swabs be used as part of routine cleanroom maintenance procedures?

Yes, they can be incorporated into established cleanroom cleaning protocols for equipment, components, or assembly areas. Their cleanroom-compatible manufacturing supports use in controlled environments that require both electrostatic control and contamination management.

What handling practices help maintain ESD protection and cleanliness?

Operators typically follow standard ESD control procedures, such as grounding workstations and wearing appropriate protective equipment. Swabs should remain sealed until use and be handled with gloves, avoiding contact with the swab tip to maintain both electrostatic protection and cleanroom cleanliness standards.