Why do we use kimwipes?

Why do we use kimwipes?

Kimwipes are specially designed paper fiber optic cleaning wipes which can be used for cleaning laboratory equipment and instruments, camera lens, fiber optic connectors and other electronic items. Kimwipes have a high tensile strength which reduces tearing during cleaning yet are soft and non-abrasive.

What does kimwipes do on a microscope?

Kimwipes continues to provide the high-performance wiper solutions you need to clean microscopes, equipment and lab surfaces, parts, instruments and lenses. They also can be used to wipe small quantities of solvents or other liquids from hands, tools, equipment or other surfaces.

Are shop towels better than paper towels?

When it comes to absorbance, cloth shop towels generally do a better job than paper towels. Paper towels are usually good for only one use before they need to be thrown away, while you can use a shop towel several times before it loses its ability to absorb dirt and moisture.

What is kimwipes made of?

virgin wood pulp
How are Kimwipes made? Kimwipes’ material is developed from soft and non-abrasive virgin wood pulp making them ideal for delicate and sensitive surfaces like eyeglass lenses. Although the use of wood pulp goes back centuries, now, technology allows for the softest, strongest materials ever created.

Are kimwipes safe for lenses?

KimWipes are used to wipe a variety of items, including slides and pipettes. They are often used to clean lenses as well, but lens tissue should be used instead to avoid scratching the optical surfaces.”

Do kimwipes scratch glasses?

It’s unlikely that using Kimwipes and just breath would even scratch a bare lens unless that is one’s intent and they work at it. And it is equally unlikely that Kleenex would damage the coating…

Can you wash and reuse shop towels?

We use Shop Towels (those blue towels you get in the automotive section) for just about anything one would use paper towels for. They’re more absorbent than your average paper towel *and* they can be washed and reused endless times.

Can shop towels be washed?

Never wash or dry shop towels in a regular or commercial washing machine and dryer. These chemicals are flammable. In addition, washing machines drain either into the ground or the city sewer system and grease and oil will contaminate the water supply.

Are kimwipes safe for eyeglasses?

OK for glasses small rangefinder lenses and light wiping but don’t bother with them if you intend to clean larger camera lens elements.

Can you autoclave kimwipes?

KIMTECH SCIENCE* KIMWIPES* Delicate Task Wiper is a light duty wiper that can handle a variety of delicate tasks. KIMTECH PURE* CL5 Wipers are ideally suited for ISO Class 5 or higher cleanrooms. Use for surface wiping in cleanroom environments. Can be Autoclave or ETO sterilized.

Are kimwipes lint free?

Features: Disposable lint-free Kimwipes. Economical delicate task wipers are soft, non-abrasive and are considered safe for use on most delicate surfaces.

Are kimwipes safe for camera lenses?

Kimwipes are a standard lab wipe. They work fine for cleaning lenses and are economical.