Fusion Splice Wipes are the conveniently packaged wipes for a variety of applications. Available as presaturated wipes with an aqueous cleaning solution, these wipes are soft, low-linting and perfect for cleaning small areas. Perfect...

Flux is needed to prevent oxidation that tends to form when hot metals come in contact with the air. During printed circuit board repair and soldering, it's common to see liquid flux from the wave soldering equipment poured into jars and applied...

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Why is it important to clean fiber optic connectors? The ability to transmit enormous amounts of data over long distances in a flash is a distinct advantage of fiber optic cables. Fiber installers; however, must ensure that contamination on...

The whole point of wiping a surface with a cleanroom wipe is to remove contaminants including dust, dirt, oil, greases, soot, getting the flux off and so on. But, after wiping, how clean is the surface? How can it be guaranteed? How can an...

For many organizations, presaturated wipes are the ideal mix of form and function. Isopropyl alcohol (IPA) wipes are commonly used for degreasing, cleaning off fingerprints, removing flux residues, and even disinfecting hard surfaces. Alcohol...

Pop-up Dispensing Tubs The most common packaging option is a plastic pop-up tub, where the wipe dispenses from the lid. The wipes are stored in a perforated roll, so as one wipe is pulled out, the next wipe partially dispenses in preparation...

Cleaning swabs are an excellent cleaning tool for inaccessible fiber optic connectors on the backplane while it is still connected to the alignment sleeve. They continue to be the most dependable cleaning method in these applications. Swabs...

Solvent Packaging Good solvent packaging for fiber optics cleaning is sealed and portable. Hermetically sealed containers eliminate the opportunity for contamination of the cleaner and prevent accidental spillage. Portability assures that the...

The choice of cleaning tools depends on the types of connectors to be cleaned and the accessibility of those connectors. QbE CCT Clear Connection Tools are the easiest to use and are capable of cleaning both unmated male connectors and recessed...