Ansell AlphaTec 87-108 Chemical-Resistant Gauntlet Gloves

Manufactured from natural rubber latex and chlorinated to increase durability, the Ansell AlphaTec 87-108 Chemical-Resistant Gauntlet Gloves provide flexible and reliable protection. With a length of 610mm to shield the wrists and forearms against splash-back, and offering good resistance to water-based chemicals, these gloves are ideal for a wide range of applications, primarily in the agriculture, construction and chemical industries.

Features and Benefits of the Ansell AphaTec Chemical-Resistant Gloves

• Unflocked heavyweight natural rubber latex gloves
• Extra-long gauntlet-style cuffs for enhanced protection
• Smooth finish for greater tactile sensitivity
• High resistance to water-based chemicals
• Rolled, beaded cuff for easy donning
• Good flexibility and elasticity reduces hand fatigue
• Chlorinated to harden and cleanse the outer surface
• Excellent resistance to abrasion and good tear resistance

Applications for the Ansell Gauntlet Gloves

With a high resistance to water-based chemicals, and chlorinated to increase durability, the Ansell Emperor ME108 Gloves are ideal for a wide range of applications. Suitable uses include (but are not limited to):

• Agriculture
• Construction
• Janitorial services
• Chemical processing and preparation
• Chemical and medical research
• Heavy duty handling: where sensitivity is also required
• Maintenance of plant and heavy equipment
• Sandblasting

What Makes These Gloves Suitable for Sandblasting?

Sandblasting can be tough on gloves, causing them to fray and in many cases lose their resistance. With a level 4 resistance to abrasion, these gloves will stand up to plenty of abuse, making them an ideal pair of sandblasting gloves.

Testing of the Ansell Alphatec 87-108 Gauntlet Gloves

The Ansell Alphatec AlphaTec 87-108 Gloves meet the following specifications:

• European Directive 89/686/EEC
• EN 420:2003 + A1:2009
• EN 388:2003: 4121
• EN 374:2003: ABCKL
• EN 374:2003: Protection against micro-organisms

The table below shows the test results of the Emperor ME108 Gloves according to EN 388:2003 Mechanical Risk specifications:

The Ansell AlphaTec Gloves have been tested to EN 374:2003 and have been classified as protection against micro-organisms. These gloves have also been tested to EN 374:2003 to determine their chemical resistance. The gloves achieved a breakthrough time of at least 30 minutes for the following chemicals:

Sizing of the Ansell Alphatec 87-108 Gloves

The Ansell Alphatec Gauntlet Gloves are available in a choice of sizes, making them suitable for most users. Please consult the table below for details, then select the required size from the drop-down menu at the top of the page. The gauntlet gloves have a thickness of 1.5mm and a length of 610mm.

Other sizes are also available if required, please call for further details.

These gloves feature a thickness of 1.5mm

Cuff Measurement information

Ansell 87-108 Chemical Resistance Gauntlet Gloves feature a cuff that is 61cm in length, providing excellent volatile liquid protection. The circumference of the cuff at the widest point is 42.8cm, demonstrating their incredible accessibility and protection against chemical and solvent splashing.

Documentation for the Ansell Emperor ME108 Gloves

Conformity Statement	Instructions for Use

Delivery

This item will be dispatched by Royal Mail, DPD courier or UPS courier.

The estimated delivery time for this item is usually 1-3 working days when ordered before 14:00, Monday to Friday (excluding Bank Holidays).

UK Delivery Charges

Certain orders delivered to the UK are subject to a delivery charge; refer to the table below for more information. Please note that all values are listed exclusive of VAT.

What is EN 388?

You might have noticed that this product adheres to EN standard EN 388. EN standards ensure that the product you are buying meets the safety standards of the European Committee for Standardization (CEN), the highest standards organisation recognised by and working on behalf of the European Union. To pass any EN standard, a PPE product must undergo some of the most rigorous safety tests around.

There are many EN standards that our gloves adhere to. However, the EN standard that we’re concerned about here is EN 388. EN 388 stands for Mechanical Resistance, and informs you of your gloves' resistance to abrasion, cuts, tears and punctures.

How Do I Read the EN 388 Score?

Simply speaking, the higher the score that this product achieves, the better the product will be at resisting that hazard. Products will score between Level 0 and Level 4 for abrasion, tears and punctures, and if they weren’t tested for that hazard you will see N/A written instead of a number.

Cuts are a little different and, with the EN 388 standard rewritten in 2016, it means that gloves will either be tested to cut resistance or ISO cut resistance (sometimes called TDM cut resistance). Gloves tested to cut resistance will score between Level 0 and Level 5, and gloves tested to ISO cut resistance will achieve a score between Level A and Level F with the higher letter offering better cut protection.

Where Can I Find Out More?

This is just a brief overview of EN standard EN 388 so you know where you are standing. For further information, you can see the Introductory EN 388 Blog in our Knowledge Centre.