Showa S-Tex KV3 Latex Coated Cut Level 5 GLoves

With a rough finish over the entire exterior and latex coating on the palm, the Showa S-Tek KV3 Latex Coated Cut Level 5 Gloves provide good grip and exceptional protection against cuts. A seamless, anatomical design, breathable back and anti-bacterial and anti-odour treatment, make the Showa S-Tek KV3 Gloves suitable for extended wear.

Key Features of The Showa S-Tek KV3 Latex  Coated Gloves

• Made from Kevlar fibre with HAGANE steel coil liner
• Latex coated palm protects against detergents and alcohol
• EN 388 cut resistant level 5
• Highly resistant to tear and puncture
• Rough exterior finish for better grip
• Seamless knit for comfortable wear
• Elasticated cuff for optimal wrist protection
• Anatomical shape to reduce hand fatigue
• Anti-bacterial and anti-odour treatment for better hygiene
• Available in sizes 7, 8, 9 and 10

Physical Resistance Of The Showa S-Tex KV3 Gloves

The Showa S-Tex KV3 Gloves have been tested to EN 388, the European Standard that gauges a gloves resistance to a range of physical threats. Please see the table below for a breakdown of the results.

Applications For The Showa S-Tex KV3 Latex Coated Gloves

Offering high resistance to cuts, tears and punctures and effectively protecting hands from detergents and alcohol, there are a number of applications for the Showa S-Tek KV3 Gloves. These include (but are not limited to):

• Aerospace
• Automotive
• Manufacturing
• Municipal services
• Steel and metals

Colour-Coded Cuffs

Each size of these gloves will feature a different cuff trim colour. This makes it easy to identify which size you are using at a glance, and improves the speed of size identification for easy selection on site.

Sizing of the Showa S-Tek KV3 Gloves

The Showa S-Tek KV3 Gloves are available in sizes 7, 8, 9 and 10. Please see the table below for details of these sizings.

Documentation for the Showa 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.