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Foamtec CleanWIPE® Flexible Mini Paddle Foam Tip Swabs - 12,500 Swabs/Case - HT1029

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SKU: HT1029
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Description
  • Key Performance Benefit: Designed for high-precision cleaning, CleanWIPE® swabs are widely used globally across critical sectors such as medical devices, hard disk drives, and precision manufacturing. Their design ensures particle-free surfaces, safeguarding the quality of sensitive components.
  • Material & Construction: The swabs are crafted through an automated fabrication and inspection process that eliminates defects common in traditional swabs, offering a clean, scratch-free application. The swab tip is constructed from medical-grade open-cell PU foam.
  • Risk Reduction / Compliance Benefit: High-purity formulation and multistage washing process ensure a swab free of Amines, Sulphur, and Chloride, ensuring compatibility with the curing of platinum-cured silicones, adhesives, and epoxies.
  • Protection Level: Super fine seal eliminates the risk of scratching delicate optical assemblies.
  • Comfort & Usability: Available in very small point-and-paddle head shapes for cleaning very small spaces.
  • Safety & Compliance Assurance: Manufactured in an ISO-certified cleanroom with complete traceability of materials. The proprietary washing process enables swabs to pass ISO 10993-5 cytotoxicity testing. Pyrogen-free versions are available upon request.

Recommended For

  • Medical device manufacturing
  • Hard disk drive manufacturing
  • Precision manufacturing
  • Cleaning delicate optical assemblies
  • Removal of silicones, adhesives, and epoxies
  • Cleaning very small spaces

Product Details

  • Head Thickness: 2.7 mm
  • Head Width: 3.6 mm
  • Head Length: 9.8 mm
  • Handle Length: 58.6 mm
  • Handle Diameter: 2.5 mm
  • Total Length: 68.4 mm
  • Head Material: CleanWIPE®
  • Head Bond: Thermal
  • Handle Material: Polypropylene
  • Handle Color: Blue

Primary Industries

  • Medical Device Manufacturing
  • Hard Disk Drive Manufacturing
  • Precision Manufacturing

Standards and Certifications

  • ISO-certified cleanroom manufacturing
  • ISO 10993-5 cytotoxicity testing
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FAQs

When is this foam swab size most appropriate compared with micro-tip or larger swabs?

This swab size is well-suited for precision cleaning tasks that require both reach and moderate surface coverage. It provides more contact area than micro-tip swabs while still allowing access to tight spaces. This balance makes it useful for cleaning small assemblies, connectors, and detailed components during manufacturing or maintenance.

What types of processes typically require this type of precision cleaning swab?

These swabs are commonly used during assembly, inspection, and rework stages where small amounts of residue must be removed from sensitive components. They help support controlled cleaning of parts before bonding, sealing, or coating processes where contamination could affect product performance or manufacturing quality.

Can these swabs be used with solvents during cleaning procedures?

Yes, foam swabs are frequently paired with compatible cleaning solvents to help remove residues during precision cleaning. The absorbent foam structure helps distribute cleaning fluid evenly and capture contaminants during wiping. Always confirm solvent compatibility with the material being cleaned and follow established process guidelines.

How do operators prevent contamination when using precision cleaning swabs?

Operators typically handle swabs with clean gloves and remove them from packaging only when needed in controlled environments. Avoid touching the foam tip or placing the swab on unclean surfaces before use. Following these handling practices helps maintain the cleanliness required for sensitive manufacturing processes.

What is the best practice for disposing of used swabs during production work?

Used swabs should be discarded immediately after a cleaning step to prevent transferring collected residues back onto components. Many facilities place designated disposal containers near workstations to maintain process flow and contamination control. Using a fresh swab for each task helps maintain consistent cleaning performance.