Swab 5376 - 500mm medium diameter 20mm - Vikan

Swab 5376 - 500mm medium diameter 20mm - Vikan

This swab effectively cleans bottles, pipes and hard-to-reach surfaces , such as recesses and nooks on machines and conveyor belts.

Advantages & benefits:

• Enhanced hygiene: materials certified for food contact, color coding to prevent cross-use errors.
• Adaptability: Thin but strong structure, suitable for narrow areas without damaging internal surfaces.
• Durability: resistance to hot and rigorous washing cycles, drying, compatibility with autoclave cycles (up to 121°C for certain uses according to technical data sheets).
• Safety and compliance: complies with European food standards, which reassures quality managers and internal audits.
• Color versatility: allows you to assign a color code to each cleaning area or production section to control traceability.

Recommendations for use / precautions:

• Check dimensional compatibility before use (inner diameter of pipes, required length). Do not force the swab into passages narrower than 20 mm.
• Regularly check the condition of the fibers: in case of wear or loose fibers, replace the tool to avoid residue.
• Follow the cleaning/disinfection cycles provided for in the HACCP or PQ (quality process) plan. Store in a dry, well-cleaned environment when not in use.

Colors:

• Rose: V5376/1
• Green: V5376/2
• Blue: V5376/3
• Red: V5376/4
• White: V5376/5
• Yellow: V5376/6
• Orange: V5376/7
• Purple: V5376/8
• Black: V5376/9

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is this swab used for?
   It can be used to clean the inside of bottles, tubes, pipes, conduits, and hard-to-reach areas (machines, nooks and crannies).
2. Why choose the “medium” grade?
   The medium grade offers a good compromise between flexibility and cleaning capacity - less aggressive than “hard”, more effective than “soft”.
3. Can it be used in an autoclave?
   Yes, it is compatible up to ~121°C (autoclave) according to the datasheet.
4. Is it usable in the food industry?
   Yes, it complies with food contact standards (EC 1935/2004, FDA) and is suitable for the required hygienic environments.
5. What pH of detergent is tolerated?
   It supports solutions with a pH between 2 and 10.5.
6. Can we color to avoid cross-contamination?
   Yes - there are several colors available to establish coding in accordance with hygiene practices.
7. When should it be replaced?
   When the fibers are worn, dull or deteriorated - these signs reduce the cleaning effectiveness and it is best to replace it to ensure hygiene.
8. Are there different diameters or lengths?
   Yes, Vikan offers a range of swabs in different diameters & lengths depending on the specific needs of the facilities.