Ansell ActivArmr WorkGuard 43-216 Leather Kevlar Work Gauntlets

Offering heat protection and high levels of molten splash resistance, the heavy-duty Ansell ActivArmr WorkGuard 43-216 Leather Kevlar Work Gauntlets are ideal for providing hand protection in a wide range of industries. They feature Kevlar seams and cowhide reinforcement for durability and superior mechanical protection. With a soft inner jersey palm lining and cotton denim cuff, they couple hand protection with excellent comfort while working.

The product code for the pair of gauntlets is: 43-216.

Key Features and Benefits of the 43-216 Gauntlets

• Heavy-duty special purpose gauntlet gloves with high levels of molten splash resistance
• Ideal for applications requiring thermal protection
• Palm reinforcement provides good abrasion resistance
• Certified as a Category III glove for protection against high temperatures
• Excellent durability and mechanical protection with a tough leather construction, Kevlar seams, and cowhide reinforcement
• Comfort provided by a soft inner jersey palm lining and cotton denim cuff
• Available in a range of sizes for a comfortable fit 
• Suitable for a range of applications, from automotive and metal fabrication to operating machinery and welding

Molten Splash Resistance

The heavy-duty gauntlets provide exceptional resistance to molten splash. They have a Category III certification for protection against high temperatures, and have also achieved an EN 407 performance rating of 413X4X for quality protection while working.

Durable COnstruction

The 43-216 gauntlets are constructed from tough-wearing leather for reliable and durable wear. They also feature palm reinforcement for good abrasion resistance, and seams are made in Kevlar with reinforced pieces in cowhide for superior mechanical protection.

Applications of the Ansell ActivArmr WorkGuard 43-216 Gauntlets

The Ansell ActivArmr WorkGuard Leather Kevlar Work Gauntlets are suitable for the following applications:

• Automotive
• Loading and unloading with risk of heat or molten splash
• Machinery and equipment
• Metal fabrication
• Welding

Testing of the Ansell ActivArmr WorkGuard 43-216 Gauntlets

The Ansell ActivArmr WorkGuard Disposable Nitrile Gauntlets meet the following specifications:

• European Directive 89/686/EEC
• EN 420:2003 + A1:2009
• EN 388:2003:3243
• EN 407:413X4X

The table below showcases the test results of the Ansell ActivArmr WorkGuard 43-216 gauntlets according to EN 388 Mechanical Risk specifications.

The table below shows the results of the Ansell ActivArmr WorkGuard 43-216 gauntlets according to EN 407: Protective gloves against thermal risks (heat and/or fire).

Sizing of the Ansell ActivArmr WorkGuard Gauntlets

The Ansell ActivArmr WorkGuard 43-216 Gauntlets 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 length will range from 370mm to 415mm.

Documentation for the Ansell ActivArmr WorkGuard 43-216 Gauntlets

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).

Orders that are placed before 14:00 on a working day are usually dispatched on the same day; for orders placed outside this timeframe, they are normally dispatched the next working day.

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.

Please note: orders to NON-mainland UK and the Scottish highlands may be subject to an additional delivery charge, dependent on the size and value of the order.

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.