ITW Chemtronics
Technical Data Sheet
SqR™
Compact End Face Cleaning Tool
TDS # SQR
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SqR™ is the precision wipe system
employing a patented process for cleaning
fiber optic end-faces. It is a self-contained
cleaning tool that can be used in the wet-
to-dry combination cleaning process
CCp™. The SqR™ is portable, convenient
and economical for use in field or in tools
kits.
The folds and packaging material of
the SqR™ provides surface for
cleaning and complete instructions
and guides.
Effective wet-to-dry cleaning
Provides an ideal Cleaning System
for field or OEM applications
Convenient Size - Portable system
easily fits in tool cases and is handy
to use on work benches. Easily
slides into a pocket too.
Heavy duty lint-Free wiping
material tough-enough to remove
buffer-gel; soft enough for all end
face cleaning
Wipe material won’t shred or tear
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
SqR™ wipes are used in Fiber Optic and
Telecommunications applications for:
• End-Face Connector Cleaning
• Splice Preparation
• Buffer Gel Removal
TYPICAL PRODUCT DATA AND
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
SqR™ wipes are 100% noncontaminating
material. These wipes have high
absorbency and contamination entrapment
capacity, as well as high wet strength.
Excellent solvent resistance
Excellent particle entrapment
High absorbency capacity and rate
Very low solvent extractables
High wet strength
COMPATIBILITY
SqR™ wipes are compatible with most
common solvents such as alcohols,
hydrocarbons and chlorinated solvents.
The wipes are also generally compatible
with dilute or weak acids.
TECHNICAL AND APPLICATION
ASSISTANCE
ITW Chemtronics provides a technical
hotline to answer your technical and
application related questions. The toll free
number is: 1-800-TECH-401.
AVAILABILITY
SqR™ Wipes 4" x 4" 10 wipes/unit
USAGE INSTRUCTIONS
Wet-to-dry Cleaning with the SqR™
ith the QbE
1. Place the barrier with the guiding arrows
between the top and second wipe.
2.Lightly spot the SqR™ wipe on with
Electro-Wash® PX, Electro-Wash®MX
pen or Fiber-Wash™
3. Draw the end-face from the solvent wetted
area to the dry area; following the arrows
visible through the wipe
4. Repeat two more times.
For Splice Preparation
1. Remove the top wipe from the SqR™ pad
of wipes
2. Lightly moisten the SqR™ wipe with
Electro-Wash® PX, Electro-Wash® MX
pen or Fiber-Wash™
3. Gently wipe away fiber contaminants.
4. Lightly dampen a 38540ESD swab,
remove soil from V-grooves on fusion
splicer.
Buffer Gel Removal
Buffer Gel Removal
1.Pull three single SqR™ wipes from the
SqR™ pad of wipes
2.Lightly moisten the SqR™ wipe with
Electro-Wash®PX, Electro-Wash®MX
pen or Fiber-Wash™
3.Pull the cable through the first wiper and
discard.
4.Repeat with the other two wipes until the
cable ‘squeaks’ clean.
MANUFACTURED BY:
ITW CHEMTRONICS®
8125 Cobb Center Drive
Kennesaw, GA 30152
1-770-424-4888 REV. A (04/10)
www.chemtronics.com
NOTE: This information is believed to be accurate. It is intended
for professional end users having the skills to evaluate and use the
data properly. ITW Chemtronics® does not guarantee the
accuracy of the data and assumes no liability in connection with
damages incurred while using it.
Chemtronics Electro-Wash is a registered trademarks of ITW
Chemtronics. All rights reserved. SqR, CCp, and Fiber-
Wash™ are trademarks of ITW Chemtronics. All rights reserved.
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