TOC Cleaning Validation Polyester Swab

MediTech’s TOC Cleaning Validation Polyester Swab PS713 is made from the cleanest 100% polyester knit materials. These swabs are further cleaned using a proprietary process to make this Series suitable for use in Total Organic Carbon (TOC) analysis as part of a cleaning validation protocol. Precision-manufactured, every swab is constructed to exacting and consistent tolerances without the use of adhesives for superior performance.

Features:

• Certified Low TOC level
• Double layered, double knit polyester head entraps contaminants in the knit structure during sampling. This allows maximum contaminant collection and release into the diluent to provide for excellent recovery rates.
• Notched, break-away handle allows the head to be placed into the vial with minimal handling and contamination.
• 100% polypropylene handle ensures no additional contaminants are introduced and provides excellent chemical resistance.
• Two sizes available for sampling different sites with different requirements.
• Autoclavable for use in sterile environments and processes.

Applications:

• Surface sampling for use in cleaning validation protocols.
• Precision cleaning of hard-to-reach areas or small spaces.

Industries:

• Biologics
• Hard Disk Drive
• Medical Device
• Microelectronics
• Optics
• Pharmaceuticals
• Semiconductor

Part Number	Head Width	Head Thickness	Head Length	Handle Width	Handle Thickness	Handle Length	Total Length
PS713	13.5mm	3mm	23mm	5mm	2.6mm	105mm	128mm

 

100 swabs / bag; 50 bags /case
According to the client’s request, change the way of packaging is available.

Q1: What is the TOC level (background) of the PS-713 polyester swab?

A: Our PS-713 swabs undergo a proprietary multi-stage washing process to ensure an ultralow TOC background level, making them ideal for high-precision pharmaceutical and biotech cleaning validation sampling.

Q2: Why is a polyester swab preferred over a cotton swab for TOC validation?

A: Polyester knit fabrics do not shed fibers (lint-free) and have negligible organic extractables compared to cotton. This prevents contamination of the sample and ensures accurate, repeatable TOC measurement results.

3: Does the handle design facilitate sampling in vials?

A: Yes, the PS-713 features a notched, break-away handle. Sampling technicians can easily snap off the swab head directly into the sample vial with minimal handling, preventing external contamination.

Q4: Are free samples available for testing before placing a bulk order?

A: Yes, MediTech provides free sample packs for qualified clients and laboratories to perform recovery rate testing and validation in their own facilities. Contact our team to request your sample kit.

Q5: Can the PS-713 swab be autoclaved?

A: Yes, the 100% continuous filament polyester head and 100% polypropylene handle are thermally stable and autoclavable for sterile cleanroom environments.