Teknipure TKS530F Channel Foam Swab, 5.949" (15.10 cm)
Teknipure TKS530F Channel Foam Swab, 5.949" (15.10 cm), 1000 Swabs/Case
The Teknipure TKS530F is a channel foam cleanroom swab featuring a grooved or channeled foam tip specifically designed for cleaning rails, slots, channels, connector housings, and other recessed linear features that standard flat or round tips cannot effectively reach. At 5.949 inches (15.10 cm), it is the longest foam swab in the Teknipure TKS series, providing maximum reach for deep or hard-to-access cleaning locations in electronics assembly, optical equipment, and ISO-classified cleanroom environments. The channel foam tip absorbs and releases IPA, deionized water, and other compatible solvents with low particle generation. Sold in cases of 1000 swabs.
Sold in cases of 1000 swabs.
Specifications
| Part Number | TKS530F |
| Tip Type | Channel foam (grooved) |
| Overall Length | 5.949 in (15.10 cm) |
| Tip Material | Foam |
| Case Quantity | 1000 swabs/case |
| Application | Rail and slot cleaning, connector housing cleaning, channel and recess cleaning, cleanroom equipment maintenance |
| Manufacturer | Teknipure |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a channel foam tip and what makes it different from a standard foam tip?
A channel foam tip has a longitudinal groove or channel running along the tip, allowing it to straddle and clean linear features such as rails, slots, PCB edge connectors, and channel housings that a flat or round tip would simply slide over without making effective contact. The channel geometry increases surface contact inside recessed features, improving solvent delivery and contamination removal in those specific geometries.
What types of components is the TKS530F best suited for?
The TKS530F is particularly effective for cleaning PCB edge connector slots, card guide rails, optical rail systems, linear encoder channels, and any recessed linear feature where a standard swab tip cannot make full contact. The 5.949" length also makes it useful for reaching deep into equipment housings or enclosures during maintenance cleaning.
What solvents are compatible with the TKS530F channel foam tip?
Teknipure foam swabs are compatible with isopropyl alcohol (IPA), deionized water, and most mild cleaning agents used in electronics assembly and cleanroom maintenance. For aggressive solvents such as acetone, MEK, or strong acids, verify compatibility before use as these may degrade the foam tip material. Contact MTE Solutions for application-specific guidance.
Is the TKS530F suitable for ISO-classified cleanrooms?
Yes — Teknipure foam swabs are designed for use in ISO-classified cleanroom environments. The foam tip generates low particles and is compatible with standard cleanroom cleaning protocols. For specific ISO class validation data or extractables testing results, refer to Teknipure product documentation or contact MTE Solutions for technical support.
