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ANSI Cut Level A5

ANSI A5 provides medium-to-high cut resistance for tasks involving frequent exposure to sharp edges and materials. It is commonly suited for metal fabrication, glass handling, automotive manufacturing, construction, maintenance, and other demanding applications where increased cut protection is required.

Understanding ANSI Cut Levels

ANSI/ISEA 105 cut ratings range from A1 to A9. Higher ratings indicate greater cut resistance:

A1–A2: Light cut protection

A3–A4: Light-to-medium cut protection

A5–A6: Medium-to-high cut protection

A7–A8: High cut protection

A9: Maximum cut protection

ANSI Abrasion Level 5

ANSI Abrasion Level 5 provides very high abrasion resistance for demanding tasks involving frequent friction and exposure to rough or abrasive materials. It is commonly suited for heavy manufacturing, construction, metal fabrication, automotive applications, material handling, and other environments where extended glove durability is important.

Understanding ANSI Abrasion Levels

ANSI/ISEA 105 abrasion ratings measure a glove material’s ability to withstand wear caused by repeated rubbing and friction. Ratings range from Level 0 to Level 6, with higher levels indicating greater abrasion resistance and durability. Lower levels are generally suited for lighter-duty tasks, while higher levels are designed for demanding applications involving frequent contact with rough or abrasive surfaces.

ANSI Abrasion Level 0: Minimal abrasion resistance

ANSI Abrasion Level 1: Light abrasion resistance

ANSI Abrasion Level 2: Light-to-moderate abrasion resistance

ANSI Abrasion Level 3: Moderate abrasion resistance

ANSI Abrasion Level 4: High abrasion resistance

ANSI Abrasion Level 5: Very high abrasion resistance

ANSI Abrasion Level 6: Maximum abrasion resistance

ANSI Puncture Level 4

ANSI Puncture Level 4 provides high puncture resistance for demanding tasks involving frequent exposure to materials or objects that may penetrate the glove. It is commonly suited for construction, metal handling, manufacturing, maintenance, and other applications where increased puncture protection is needed.

Understanding ANSI Puncture Levels

ANSI/ISEA 105 puncture ratings measure a glove material’s resistance to penetration from a standardized blunt probe. Ratings range from Level 0 to Level 5, with higher levels indicating greater puncture resistance. Lower levels are suited for lighter-duty applications, while higher levels provide increased protection for demanding tasks involving materials or objects that may puncture the glove.

ANSI Puncture Level 0: Minimal puncture resistance

ANSI Puncture Level 1: Light puncture resistance

ANSI Puncture Level 2: Light-to-moderate puncture resistance

ANSI Puncture Level 3: Moderate puncture resistance

ANSI Puncture Level 4: High puncture resistance

ANSI Puncture Level 5: Maximum puncture resistance

ANSI Impact Level 1

ANSI Impact Level 1 provides basic impact protection for the back of the hand and fingers. Gloves at this level are designed for applications where workers may encounter occasional bumps, knocks, or light impact hazards while maintaining flexibility and dexterity.

Best For: General maintenance, light material handling, assembly, warehousing, and applications with lower impact exposure.

Understanding ANSI Impact Levels

ANSI/ISEA 138 impact levels indicate how well a work glove protects the back of the hand and fingers from impact forces. Gloves are tested by measuring how much force is transmitted through their impact-protection materials, such as TPR or other protective padding. Ratings range from Level 1 to Level 3, with a higher level indicating greater impact protection.

ANSI Impact Level 1: Level 1 offers basic impact protection. Designed for lighter impact hazards where flexibility and dexterity are priorities.

ANSI Impact Level 2: Level 2 offers enhanced impact protection. Provides increased impact protection for more demanding industrial applications.

ANSI Impact Level 3: Level 3 offers the highest impact protection. Provides the highest level of impact protection under ANSI/ISEA 138 for severe impact hazards.

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Nitrile

Nitrile is a durable glove coating that provides excellent abrasion and puncture resistance along with reliable grip in dry and oily conditions. It also offers resistance to many oils, greases, and common workplace chemicals while maintaining good flexibility and dexterity. Nitrile coated gloves are commonly used in manufacturing, automotive, maintenance, assembly, warehousing, and material handling applications where durability and dependable hand protection are important.