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How to Choose the Right Cleanroom Swab

10th Mar 2015

There are plenty of cleanroom swabs out there and SOS carries all of the best brands, types, and varieties at low prices. You may not be sure which swab is right for your particular needs, though, especially if you are ordering your swabs for the first time or have new needs in your cleanroom. Sometimes the right cleanroom swab will depend on personal preference and sometimes it depends on the needs of the equipment or elements that you are working with in your cleanroom. Two of the most popular cleanroom swab varieties are cotton and polyester. 

Cotton swabs are high absorbent, making them useful for applying or removing liquids such as solvents and fluxes. They also have some cushion to them, which can be useful in some environments. Cotton cleanroom swabs are good for static-sensitive environments as well. Polyester, on the other hand, is perfect for working with delicate components because it is non-abrasive. Polyester swabs are also resistant to chemicals and are very durable. 

Not sure either of these are right for you? Cleanroom swabs are also available in microfiber, vinyl, and other materials that may suit your needs better. If you aren't sure which cleanroom swab to order or just want some advice on what might work best for your cleanroom, give the SOS team a call at 1-800-443-7101 and we'll make sure you get the swabs that are right for you. Place your order before 3 p.m. CST and we'll ship your order for cleanroom swabs out on the same day!