Portwest Gauntlet-Style Neoprene Chemical Resistant Gloves
When working with hazardous substances like acids, caustics, and solvents, it's important to use protection you can trust. The Portwest Gauntlet-Style Neoprene Chemical Resistant Gloves are a great choice. Featuring a raised texture for enhanced grip, and a cotton flock lining for sweat absorption, these gloves offer both security and comfort in a range of environments.
What's Included?
Which Size Gauntlets Are Right For Me?
These Portwest Gauntlets are available in a selection of sizes, making it easier to find a pair to fit comfortably on your hands. To discover which glove size you should be wearing, start by measuring the length of your hand and the circumference of your palm (as seen below).
Once you have these measurements use the table below as a guide for choosing the best fit for you. If your measurements fall between two sizes, it's best to choose the larger size for the most comfortable fit.
| Size | Palm Circumference | Hand Length |
| Size 7 | 178mm | 171mm |
| Size 8 | 203mm | 182mm |
| Size 9 | 229mm | 192mm |
| Size 10 | 254mm | 204mm |
Who Can Use These Chemical Gloves?
With the Portwest Neoprene Chemical Gloves, you can be sure of top-quality protection in a range of environments where there is a presence of hazardous substances. This makes these gloves particularly suitable for chemical, laboratory, pharmaceutical, janitorial and sanitation, and oil and gas industries. Recommended tasks these gloves can be used for include (but are not limited to):
- Chemical processing and preparation
- Chemical handling
- Industrial and domestic cleaning
- Maintenance of plant (chemical or oil refinery) machines
- Light-duty petro-chemical job tasks
How Can The Neoprene Gauntlets Protect My Hands?
The Portwest Neoprene Gauntlets have been designed to protect your hands when working around a range of hazards. Protective features of the glove include:
- Chemical-resistant design keeps skin safe while handling a wide range of hazardous substances
- Basic level of abrasion resistance protects hands from minor grazes in low-risk environments
- Textured hand-pattern enhances glove grip, reducing the risk of slippage
Testing to European Standards
EN388: Mechanical Resistance
| Hazard | Resistance Level |
| Abrasion Resistance | Level 3 |
| Cut Resistance | Level 1 |
| Tear Resistance | Level 1 |
| Puncture Resistance | N/A |
| ISO Cut Resistance | N/A |
EN ISO 374 - 1: Chemical Resistance
- EN ISO 374 - 1: Type A: AKLMNOPST
| Chemical | Chemical Breakthrough Time | Degradation Rate |
| Methanol | 60 - 120 minutes | 3.8% |
| Sodium Hydroxide (40%) | > 480 minutes | -0.1% |
| Sulphuric Acid (96%) | 120 - 240 minutes | 23.5% |
| Nitric Acid (65%) | > 480 minutes | 19.3% |
| Acetic Acid (99%) | 240 - 480 minutes | 19.0% |
| Ammonium Hydroxide (25%) | 60 - 120 minutes | -12.9% |
| Hydrogen Peroxide (30%) | > 480 minutes | 2.8% |
| Hydrofluoric Acid (40%) | > 480 minutes | N/A |
| Formaldehyde (37%) | > 480 minutes | 6.7% |
EN ISO 374 - 5: Resistance to Micro-organisms
This product meets the European Standards for protection against bacteria and fungi.
Key Features and Benefits
- Pair of chemical-resistant neoprene gauntlets
- Suitable for use when working with hazardous substances or harsh detergents
- Textured surface pattern optimises grip for reduced risk of slippage
- 380mm glove and sleeve length
- Made with a cotton-flock liner that absorbs perspiration for maximum comfort
- Excellent level of chemical resistance for secure handling of a variety acids, caustics, alcohols, and solvents
- Adequate level of abrasion resistance for protection from minor wounds in low-risk environments
- Resistant to bacteria and fungi for hygiene protection
- Available in a range of sizes to make finding your perfect fit easier
What Materials are These Portwest Gloves Made From?
- Lining: Cotton-flocking
- Coating: Neoprene
Specifications
- Product Code: A820
- Glove Length: 380mm
- Material Thickness: 0.78mm
- Glove Colour: Black
Additional Documentation
