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age_group:
18+
category:
Stationery
country_of_origin:
USA
gender:
Unisex
manufacturer:
Specialty Optical Systems / SOS Cleanroom
mpn:
TX5835 CASE
sub_brand:
ITW TEXWIPE
type:
Stationery
Product Description
Texwipe TX5835 TexWrite® Cleanroom Clipboard — 9" x 13" (Portable Writing Surface)
TX5835 is a cleanroom-intended clipboard built for controlled documentation in critical environments where uncontrolled office clipboards can introduce residue transfer, particle accumulation in crevices, and inconsistent wipe-down behavior. It is designed to securely hold and protect cleanroom documentation while providing a rigid writing surface for technicians working at carts, hoods, benches, and in gowning areas.
For over 35 years, SOS and Texwipe have been close partners, and SOSCleanroom is the authorized Master Distributor of ITW Texwipe for the United States market. That relationship matters for documentation-control programs: continuity of supply, consistent product lineage, and dependable access to manufacturer documentation used for qualification and audit readiness.
For over 35 years, SOS and Texwipe have been close partners, and SOSCleanroom is the authorized Master Distributor of ITW Texwipe for the United States market. That relationship matters for documentation-control programs: continuity of supply, consistent product lineage, and dependable access to manufacturer documentation used for qualification and audit readiness.
Where technicians and engineers use TX5835
- Line-side production tracking (batch paperwork, travelers, station checklists, maintenance logs).
- Data transfer and recording during equipment set-ups, calibrations, and environmental monitoring rounds.
- Form handling at point-of-use when standing, gloved, or working from a cart.
- Controlled document movement between areas when you want a dedicated “cleanroom-only” writing platform.
Clipboard control is a contamination-control decision
Most clipboard-related contamination issues are operational: residue build-up at the clip interface, particle accumulation at corners/edges, and “office-to-cleanroom” crossover. Treat clipboards as controlled tools (dedicated ID, defined cleaning cadence, and a storage method that keeps the writing face covered).
Published configuration
- SKU: TX5835
- Clipboard size: 9" x 13"
- Paper compatibility: Suitable for 8.5" x 11" or A4 paper
- Sheet capacity: Holds 1–50 sheets of cleanroom paper
- Packaging: 12 clipboards per case (also shown as 12 clipboards/box in manufacturer datasheet)
- Availability: Stock Item
- Listed weight: 8.00 lbs (as listed on the SOSCleanroom product page)
Materials and construction details that matter on the floor
- Rigid polymer body + durable plastic clip mechanism: Built to provide a stable writing surface while gloved or standing.
- Rounded corners: Designed to avoid sharp edges that can snag garments or damage gloves.
- Cleanroom packaged: Intended to support controlled introduction into critical environments.
- Material note (published sources differ by revision): The SOS-hosted Texwipe datasheet DS-5806 (Effective: December 2009) lists rigid polypropylene. Texwipe’s current website and newer TDS versions may list rigid polystyrene. If your SOP requires material confirmation for chemical compatibility, qualify against the specific revision you are receiving.
Cleaning and wipe-down compatibility notes
- Chemical resistant: The product is described as chemical resistant; specific solvent/disinfectant compatibility (IPA percentage, peroxide blends, quat contact time, etc.) is not stated in the listing text.
- Qualification guidance: If your process uses IPA or disinfectant wipe-down, validate on the actual clipboard revision you stock. Watch for surface whitening/crazing, tackiness, clip mechanism degradation, and residue transfer after dry-down.
- Technique: Wipe the writing face, underside, and especially the clip underside/contact points where residue and particles accumulate. Avoid over-wetting around the clip pivot; use a controlled wipe and allow full dry-down before returning to service.
Handling discipline and storage best practices
- Assign a controlled ID: Label the clipboard as “cleanroom-only” and define who owns cleaning responsibility and where it is stored.
- Keep it covered: Store in a clean bag/sleeve or a closed document bin to prevent airborne deposition and bench contact contamination.
- Segregate from product flow: Keep clipboards out of first-air over exposed product or critical surfaces. Treat the clipboard like a tool, not a work surface.
- Pair with cleanroom writing instruments: Clipboard control is only half the system. Use cleanroom-rated pens/markers where required to reduce ink transfer and particle shedding from standard office instruments.
- Static awareness: In low RH, polymer surfaces can attract fines. Minimize rubbing, keep surfaces clean/dry, and store covered when not in use.
Common failure modes (and how to prevent them)
- Residue build-up at the clip interface: Usually from repeated wipe-down, glove oils, or chemical film. Prevent with defined cleaning cadence and extra attention to the clip underside.
- Particle accumulation in seams/edges: Happens when stored uncovered or used on dusty carts. Prevent with covered storage and periodic inspection before use.
- Clip fatigue or reduced holding force: Over-extension or repeated impacts can weaken performance. Prevent by limiting sheet stack thickness and avoiding drops/edge strikes.
- Ink/toner offset transfer: Fresh print + pressure under the clip can transfer. Prevent by allowing print cool-down time and using document sleeves for high-control records.
- Cross-contamination from office use: The fastest way to defeat the control intent. Prevent by strict segregation and “cleanroom-only” labeling.
Documentation
SOS-hosted Texwipe datasheet (TexWrite® Clipboard; DS-5806, Effective: December 2009): Click Here
Texwipe manufacturer page (TX5835): Click Here
Texwipe Technical Data Sheet PDF (TexWrite® Clipboard; current revision on texwipe.com): Click Here
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