Cleanroom
Cleanroom
Cleanroom (pronunciation: /ˈkliːnruːm/) is a controlled environment where products are manufactured. It is a room in which the concentration of airborne particles is controlled to specified limits.
Etymology
The term "cleanroom" comes from the English words "clean" and "room", indicating a space that is kept free of contaminants.
Definition
A cleanroom is a specially designed room in which the concentration of airborne particles, temperature, humidity, air pressure, and other environmental conditions are controlled and maintained at specific levels. Cleanrooms are used in industries where small particles can adversely affect the manufacturing process. They are used in the production of electronics, pharmaceutical products, biotech, medical device, and other critical manufacturing environments.
Related Terms
- Contamination Control: The process of eliminating or reducing potential contamination in a controlled environment, such as a cleanroom.
- HEPA Filter: High-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter is a type of air filter that removes particles from the air that passes through it. It is commonly used in cleanrooms to maintain the required air quality.
- ISO 14644: The international standard that defines the classification of air cleanliness in cleanrooms and associated controlled environments.
- Laminar Flow: A type of airflow in which air moves at the same speed and in the same direction. It is used in cleanrooms to prevent cross-contamination.
- Positive Pressure: A condition in which the pressure inside a cleanroom is greater than the pressure outside it. This is used to prevent unfiltered air from entering the cleanroom.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cleanroom
- Wikipedia's article - Cleanroom
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