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Foamtec UltraSOLV® Mini Semi-Flexible Spear Foam Tip Swabs - 12,500 Swabs/Case - HT1714-500

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SKU: HT1714-500
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Description
  • Key Performance Benefit: UltraSOLV® Foam Swabs by Foamtec are precision-engineered tools designed for use in critical environments, including cleanrooms, disk drive assemblies, optical assemblies, precision timepieces, and medical device manufacturing.
  • Material & Construction: The swabs feature a hydrophilic UltraSOLV® foam tip and a fiber-free design that prevents fiber shedding and contamination. The tips are thermally bonded to the handle, eliminating adhesive residue.
  • Risk Reduction / Compliance Benefit: Engineered to exhibit exceptionally low ionic and Non-Volatile Residue levels to prevent electrical conductivity issues and maintain the integrity of sensitive components.
  • Protection Level: The foam tip is strong and abrasion-resistant, minimizing particle generation during cleaning to help protect delicate components.
  • Comfort & Usability: Available in various tip sizes to support the cleaning of critical and hard-to-reach areas across different applications.
  • Safety & Compliance Assurance: Designed for applications requiring strict cleanliness standards in high-tech manufacturing and critical cleanroom environments.

Recommended For

  • Cleanroom environments
  • Disk drive assemblies
  • Optical assemblies
  • Precision timepieces
  • Medical device manufacturing
  • Cleaning critical and hard-to-reach areas

Product Details

  • Head Thickness: 2.5 mm
  • Head Width: 2.5 mm
  • Head Length: 9.8 mm
  • Handle Length: 58.3 mm
  • Handle Diameter: 2.5 mm
  • Total Length: 68.1 mm
  • Head Material: UltraSOLV® Foam
  • Head Bond: Thermal
  • Handle Material: Polypropylene
  • Handle Color: Blue

Primary Industries

  • Semiconductor
  • Medical Device Manufacturing
  • Precision Manufacturing
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When should a micro foam swab be selected for precision cleaning tasks?

Micro foam swabs are ideal when technicians need to clean extremely small features such as narrow channels, fine mechanical parts, or tightly spaced electronic components. Their compact tip allows precise targeting of small surfaces without disturbing nearby components during detailed cleaning procedures.

What types of components benefit most from small-tip foam swabs?

Small-tip foam swabs are commonly used on connectors, sensors, optical elements, and miniature assemblies. Their size allows technicians to reach tight corners and confined spaces where larger cleaning tools may not fit or could spread contaminants across surrounding surfaces.

How does hydrophilic foam support controlled solvent use during cleaning?

Hydrophilic foam can absorb and retain small amounts of cleaning fluid, allowing technicians to apply solvents in a controlled manner. This helps distribute liquid evenly across targeted areas while reducing the likelihood of excess fluid spreading to adjacent sensitive components.

Why is low ionic and low residue performance important in precision environments?

Low ionic and low non-volatile residue levels help reduce the risk of contamination that could interfere with electronic performance or surface integrity. Maintaining extremely low residue levels is especially important in industries where component reliability and surface cleanliness are critical to final product quality.

What handling practices help maintain swab cleanliness before use?

Swabs should remain sealed in their packaging until needed and handled with clean gloves in controlled environments. Avoid touching the foam tip or placing the swab on work surfaces before use to help prevent introducing particles or contaminants during precision cleaning processes. Rigid Small Round Foam Tip