Foam swabs are ideal for more precision cleaning where linting needs to be avoided. The tight cell structure of the polyurethan foam is less likely to snag compared to cotton, and it is still highly absorbent.

Material compatibility is the most important property to consider when selecting a swab for application purposes. Both the swab head and the handle must tolerate the material being applied.

Adhesives, coatings, and lubricants are often applied with a carrier solvent which can degrade the swab. Therefore, parts of the swab may be applied along with the adhesive or coating degrading both the performance and appearance. In this scenario, polyester swab heads, which are the most chemically resistant, are the best choice.

Swab size, shape, and geometry are the other critical properties. Small pointed swabs are good for applying small precise drops of fluid to specific spots. However, if the task is applying fluid over a larger area, larger swabs with high fluid capacity are a better choice - matching the size and shape of the area.

	Head Material	Foam
	Handle Material	Polypropylene
	Head Width	16.8mm
	Head Thickness	9mm
	Head Length	27mm
	Handle Width	7.2mm
	Handle Length	98mm
	Total Length	125mm

Its cleanroom laundered CleanFoam head possesses excellent capacity and cushioning.Made from polyurethane foam with 100 ppi open-cell structure. Thermally sealed eliminating the need for adhesives.