FR20 Cleanroom Swabs

Cleanroom Swabs – Description

Cleanroom swabs are precision cleaning tools designed for particle-sensitive environments such as cleanrooms, laboratories, electronics assembly, and medical manufacturing. These swabs feature low-linting, non-abrasive tips made from cleanroom-grade materials, ensuring minimal particle generation and chemical compatibility for delicate or hard-to-reach cleaning tasks.

Key Components

1. Swab Head Material:

   • Polyurethane foam: Soft, absorbent, and ideal for general-purpose cleaning

   • Polyester: Woven or knitted; great for critical applications requiring very low lint

   • Microfiber: Ultra-fine for precision cleaning and higher particle pick-up

   • Cotton (less common in critical environments): Used in less stringent settings

2. Shaft Material:

   • Polypropylene: Rigid, chemical-resistant, and autoclavable

   • Paper or wood: Biodegradable, but limited to non-critical areas

Key Features

• Low lint and particle generation

• Excellent chemical resistance to IPA, acetone, and disinfectants

• Precision cleaning for tight areas and sensitive surfaces

• Available in various tip shapes and sizes: round, pointed, paddle, flat, etc.

• ESD-safe versions available for electronics use

Common Applications

• Cleaning in ISO Class 3–8 cleanrooms

• Wiping sensitive surfaces like sensors, lenses, or circuit boards

• Removing excess adhesives or residues

• Swabbing small parts or tight crevices

• Sampling or applying disinfectants in pharmaceutical or biotech areas

• Printer head maintenance or medical device cleaning

Benefits

• Enhances contamination control in critical environments

• Reduces risk of fiber shedding or chemical reactions

• Supports precise, targeted cleaning with minimal waste

• Disposable and hygienic – prevents cross-contamination