Portwest A520 Premium Tig Welding Gauntlets
When welders need dexterity, the Portwest A520 Premium Tig Welding Gauntlets should be a number one call because of their highly flexible goatskin palm. While this provides the user with total control, their para-aramid fibres ensure exceptional mechanical protection to boost the user's performance safely and comfortably.
Mechanical Properties of the Portwest A520 Tig Gauntlets
The Portwest A520 Premium Tig Welding Gauntlets offer excellent protection against a wide range of mechanical risks. They have been tested in accordance with EU standards to ensure a high level of performance. Please find the results below:
EN 388
| Hazard | Level of Resistance |
| Abrasion Resistance | Level 2 |
| Cut Resistance | Level 0 |
| Tear Resistance | Level 4 |
| Puncture Resistance | Level 1 |
EN 12477
The Portwest Premium Tig Welding Gauntlets have been tested in accordance with EN standard EN 12477 and achieve performance level type B. This means that they provide a lower protection rating against heat but also offer excellent flexibility and pliability.
Provide Flexiblity While Welding
The Portwest A520 Premium Tig Gauntlets have a goatskin palm construction, ensuring exceptional flexibility. Combined with the para-aramid fibre that can resist heat, these gauntlets ensure expert precision welding in tricky situations.
Features of the Portwest A520 Premium Tig Gauntlets
- Features a goatskin palm that enhances dexterity
- Exceptional para-aramid fibres protect from heat
- High quality cow split leather ensure durability
- Designed with an inner liner that provides comfort
- Highly recommended for type B welding (Tig Welding)
- Fitted with a heavy duty split leather cuff for protection
- Excellent flexibility ideal for precision welding
- Available in a wide range of sizes
Suitable for a Range of Industries
The Portwest Premium Tig Gauntlets are best suited to type B Tig Welding but are not limited to this. They offer heat protection, and are suitable for use inside and outside, in dry and wet conditions and in dirty and clean environments. Some applications where the gauntlets are recommended include:
- Agriculture
- Assembly
- Building
- Construction
- Engineering
- Fabrication
- Gardening
- Industrial
- Local authorities
- Materials handling
- Maintenance
- Metalwork
- Metal handling
- Rigging
- Transportation
- Shipping
- Utilities
- Welding
Product Codes
The code for the Portwest Tig Welding Gauntlets are:
- A520GRRL
- A520GRRXL
- A520GRRXXL
Sizing of the Permium Welding Gauntlets
The Portwest Gauntlets A520 are available in three sizes that should be suitable for most users. To find your perfect pair, please measure the circumference and length of your palm and match the results to the table below.
| Glove Size | Palm Circumference | Palm Length | Min. Glove Length |
| 9 (Large) | 229mm | 192mm | 250mm |
| 10 (Extra Large) | 254mm | 204mm | 260mm |
| 11 (XX-Large) | 279mm | 215mm | 270mm |
Documentation for the Portwest Premium Welding Gauntlets
| Conformity Statement | Instructions for Use |
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