Industrial & Medical-Grade Wiping Fabric | Custom OEM/ODM Manufacturing

The 16 Mesh Viscose Polyester Spunlace Nonwoven Roll is a hydroentangled nonwoven fabric engineered for critical wiping, cleaning, and pre-filtration applications across electronics, automotive, medical, and laboratory industries. Manufactured from a 70/30 viscose-polyester blend using water-jet bonding (Spunlace technology), the fabric combines high absorbency with strong wet-tensile performance and a lint-free surface.

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Material composition	70% Viscose / 30% Polyester
Basis weight	60 gsm (customizable 40–80 gsm)
Mesh structure	16 mesh, cross-lapped pattern (16 openings/inch)
Bonding technology	Spunlace / Hydroentanglement (chemical-binder-free)
Dry tensile strength (MD)	≥ 45 N/5cm*
Wet tensile strength (MD)	≥ 35 N/5cm*
Absorption capacity	≥ 8 g/g*
Air permeability	Suitable for wet & dry filtration use
Roll width	Customizable, standard 10–320 cm
Roll length	Customizable per customer specification
Color	White (standard); custom colors available via Eco-dyed line
Applicable standards	Can be produced to align with ISO 9001 (nonwoven testing) and customer-specified regulatory requirements

*Values shown are representative for the standard 60 gsm construction and may vary by customization. Request a technical data sheet (TDS) for batch-specific test reports.

Material Composition - Why 70/30 Viscose/Polyester

Viscose (70%) Provides high liquid absorption and a soft hand-feel. Viscose fiber wicks moisture quickly, making the fabric efficient for wet wiping and chemical application.

Polyester (30%) Provides mechanical strength, particularly wet-tensile strength, so the fabric resists tearing during scrubbing or repeated folding.

Basis weight - 60 gsm At 60 gsm, the fabric balances absorbency and durability against material cost. Lighter weights are available for lower-cost, lower-absorbency applications; heavier weights are available where higher liquid load or abrasion resistance is required.

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Structure - 16 Mesh Cross-Lapped Pattern

The 16 mesh cross-lapped construction produces a fabric with 16 openings per linear inch, giving a consistent, grid-like pore structure. This structure:

Traps particulate matter during dry wiping

Allows even liquid and air pass-through during wet wiping and filtration

Balances mechanical scrubbing action with absorbency

Minimizes streaking on hard, non-porous surfaces (glass, screens, polished metal)

Manufacturing Process - Spunlace / Hydroentanglement

Fibers are bonded using high-pressure water jets rather than adhesives or chemical binders. This process produces a fabric that is:

Lint-free (fibers are mechanically entangled, not glued)

Free of chemical binder residue, suitable for sensitive or regulated environments

Soft while retaining structural integrity when wet

Product Form & Customization

Supplied on rolls for integration into automated converting lines, or for manual cutting into sheets or wipes.

Customizable parameters:

Category	Options
Dimensions	Roll width, roll length, pre-cut sheet size, folded wipe format
Weight Range	40–120 gsm
Fiber ratio	Adjustable viscose/polyester blend; alternative fiber blends available on request
Functional treatments	Anti-static, antibacterial, water-repellent finishes
Color	White standard; dyed options available
Packaging	Bulk rolls, boxed sheets, bagged units, dispenser-ready packaging

Application Areas

Industrial Wiping & Critical Cleaning

Electronics & Optics - Cleaning PCBs, LCD panels, and camera lenses where lint contamination can cause short-circuits or optical defects

Automotive & Aerospace - Polish application, degreasing, interior wiping; resistant to common industrial solvents

General Industrial Maintenance - Workbench and machinery wipe-down, spill control

Medical & Laboratory Use

Surface disinfection - Hospital beds, medical equipment, lab benches; compatible with common disinfectant solutions

Pre-sterilization device cleaning - Non-sterile wiping of medical instruments prior to autoclave or other sterilization cycles

Technical Filtration

Pre-filtration stage - Captures coarse particulate to protect downstream fine filters in coolant or air filtration systems

OEM/ODM Customization Services

We provide OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) and ODM (Original Design Manufacturer) services to develop nonwoven fabric specifications matched to a customer's process, equipment, and regulatory requirements.

Customization scope:

Roll dimensions and sheet/wipe conversion format

Basis weight and thickness

Fiber ratio and alternative fiber blends

Functional finishes (anti-static, antibacterial, water-repellent)

Custom packaging and private labeling

Typical project workflow:

Technical consultation to define performance requirements

Sample development and lab testing

Trial production run and customer validation

Documentation package (TDS, test reports) delivered with samples

Volume production and packaging setup

Customer Case Studies

Case Study - Medical Device Sterilization Company (OEM Project)

Requirement: A high-strength wiping material able to withstand repeated steam sterilization cycles without breaking down, meeting internal cleanliness specifications.

Solution: A high-strength polyester-weighted Spunlace base was selected and the production process was adjusted for heat resistance. Test documentation was provided to support the customer's internal validation process.

Result: Samples passed the customer's internal qualification testing, supporting a revised product packaging line.

Case studies are based on customer engagements; company names withheld at customer request. Technical reports available on request for verification.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How does this 16 mesh wipe differ from a standard nonwoven wipe?

A: Standard nonwoven wipes are often bonded with lower fiber density and looser structure, which can shed fiber under mechanical stress. The 16 mesh cross-lapped Spunlace construction produces a denser, more consistent pore structure with higher wet-tensile strength (≥35 N/5cm typical) and no chemical binder residue, which reduces lint transfer onto sensitive surfaces.

Q: Can this material be produced to medical-grade specifications?

A: Yes. We can adjust fiber composition, weight, and production process to align with specific regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO 13485-adjacent manufacturing controls or customer-specified cleanliness standards). Provide your target standard and application, and our technical team will confirm feasibility and testing requirements.

Q: What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ)?

A: MOQ depends on whether the order matches our standard specification or requires non-standard customization.

Q: Can you provide test reports or samples before a bulk order?

A: Yes. Free samples are available on request, and technical data sheets (TDS) with tensile strength, absorbency, and basis weight test results are provided with sample shipments.