Cut Resistant Gloves Level 2
Dex fit level 5 cru553 cut resistant glove.
Cut resistant gloves level 2. It is five times stronger than steel and is commonly used in manufacturing. Globally there are two different performance standards for cut resistance. Cut resistant gloves cut resistant level a2 gloves styles that provide astm ansi cut level a2 resistance. Kevlar is a lightweight synthetic fiber that is cut puncture and heat resistant.
Leather cut resistant gloves have a liner or cut resistant stitching to protect. Cut resistant gloves protect the wearer from lacerations and some punctures caused by handling sharp items such as metal and glass. Joe geng vice president of superior glove offers this infographic that depicts the different cut resistance levels and the tasks for which they re suited. This fun video and infographic provides a run down of the new ansi a1 through a9 cut levels and breaks down the new en388 a through f cut levels and what they signify.
I am glad that this cut resistant glove comes out to be stylish and showcases a nice color because it encourages me to wear it every day thereby making me free of worries about the. Cut resistant work gloves microfoam nitrile coated 2 pairs kaygo kg21nb high cut level 5 superior grip performance wrapped for vending ideal for general duty work 4 6 out of 5 stars 15 12 98 12. Another wise recommendation is the dex fit level 5 cru553 cut resistant glove with a premium and stylish gray color. They can be used for applications including light duty construction automotive assembly and packaging.
For example if the material can withstand between 500 and 999 grams 1 1 to 2 2 pounds of pressure on the blade before it is cut it would be considered cut level 2. Guide to the new ansi and en388 cut levels. A cut resistant glove will provide some degree of protection but will not stop all cuts. Standard metal blades made a partial cut through level 4 cut resistant gloves and did not penetrate level 5 cut resistant gloves or any gloves rated a5 or higher.
98 6 49 pair 14 68 14 68. Feeling a bit in the dark about the recent changes to the cut testing standards. The european standard en388 used in europe apac south america mexico and parts of canada and the us. Hand protection policies are best determined at the company level but any opportunity to switch to a lower level of cut resistance is a chance to save money on safety cutting gloves.
Gloves with a level 2 cut resistance offer low protection against cuts or punctures. Level a1 a9 protection. A higher number indicates that the glove. Find the perfect glove for your specific need for moderate protection from cuts and slashes.
Knit gloves are made of materials that protect against a range of cut risks from handling light cardboard to appliance assembly. Ansi ranks the level of cut resistance from a1 to a9.