Portwest A620 PU Coated Cut Level B Heat-Resistant Grey Gloves (Case of 144 pairs)
The Portwest A620 PU Coated Cut Level B Heat-Resistant Grey Gloves (Case of 144 Pairs) are ideally suited to both indoor and outdoor work settings that require moderate contact heat-resistance, medium cut resistance, outstanding dexterity and grip in dry as well as slightly damp and oily conditions. Featuring a smooth PU coating and a thin yet durable 13 gauge liner, these gloves keep hands flexible and fresh all day and prevent hand fatigue.
What's Included?
Key Features and Benefits
- Designed to provide protection against 100°C contact heat for a minimum of 15 seconds
- Includes a smooth PU coating which provides firm grip in dry conditions
- Suitable for handling damp but not soaking items
- Thin 13 gauge liner reduces hand fatigue during use
- Offers a medium level of cut resistance for handling rougher items
- HPPE lining offers an outstanding level of dexterity
WHAT EN SAFETY STANDARDS DO THE PORTWEST A620 HEAT-RESISTANT GLOVES COMPLY WITH?
The Portwest A620 Palm Coated Grey Gloves 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 4 |
| Cut Resistance | N/A |
| Tear Resistance | Level 4 |
| Puncture Resistance | Level 1 |
| ISO Cut Resistance | Level B |
EN 407
| Hazard | Level of Resistance |
| Flammability | N/A |
| Contact heat | Level 1 |
| Convective heat | N/A |
| Radiant heat | N/A |
| Small splashes of molten metal | N/A |
| Large splashes of molten metal | N/A |
WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?
The above ratings determine how well these gloves perform when faced with certain hazards. Level 4 is the highest abrasion grade given by EN 388, meaning that the gloves aren't fazed by abrasion and tears from coarse and rough materials, while a resistance to cuts at Level B means that the gloves are suitable for handling items that come with a moderate cut risk. The gloves have also been tested for handling hot items, as Level 1 means that you can use the gloves for handling materials that have a temperature of 100°C.
WHICH SIZE SHOULD I CHOOSE?
The Portwest Gloves are available in six 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 | Hand Circumference | Hand Length |
| Size 6 (Extra Small) | 152mm | 160mm |
| Size 7 (Small) | 178mm | 170mm |
| Size 8 (Medium) | 203mm | 182mm |
| Size 9 (Large) | 229mm | 192mm |
| Size 10 (Extra Large) | 254mm | 204mm |
| Size 11 (XX-Large) | 279mm | 215mm |
Who Can Use the Portwest A620 PU Coated Gloves?
The Portwest PU Coated Gloves are designed for moderate cut risk industries with a heat risk. This includes industrial settings such as factories and garages, or outdoor tasks such as during assembly, building and more. Some applications where these gloves are recommended include:
- Assembly
- Automotive
- Builders
- Cable Handling
- Construction
- General handling
- Industrial work
- Engineering
- Emergency
- Glass manufacture
- Industrial work
- Local authorities
- Machinery use
- Maintenance
- Material handling
- Mechanics
- Packaging
- Packing
- Railway maintenance
- Roofing
- Scaffolding
- Sharp material handling
- Transport
- Utilities
What Environments Can I Use the Portwest A620 Gloves In?
The Portwest A620 Gloves are designed mainly for dry environments, as that's where their PU coating performs best. However they can also be used:
- Dry conditions
- Damp conditions
- Light oil
- Hot environments
How Flexible Are the Portwest Cut Level B PU Coated Gloves?
The Portwest A620 Gloves have been lined with HPPE, a special fabric that can provide excellent mechanical protection along with impressive dexterity. The lining is 13 gauge, meaning that you can use the gloves for more intricate handling tasks such as handling screws, nuts and bolts.
How Grippy Are the Portwest A620 Gloves?
The Portwest A620 Gloves offer the best grip in dry environments. The gloves use a polyurethane coating, a type of material that can make it more difficult to drop items. While the gloves are best suited to handling in dry environments, you can use them with a light level of oil and water as well.
How Durable Are the Portwest Cut Level B Gloves?
Despite being thin and flexible, these gloves are surprisingly durable. The gloves offer level 4 in abrasion and tear resistance, meaning that you can use them for handling rough and coarse items without the gloves suffering from wear and tear.
How Comfortable Are the Portwest A620 Heat-Resistant Gloves?
The gloves are designed to encourage comfort thanks to the thin 13 gauge liner. The glove material is designed to work with your hands rather than against them, meaning that you won't suffer hand fatigue over extended use. This can make the gloves more comfortable, particularly towards the end of the day.
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Additional Documentation
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.
| Order Value | UK Delivery Charge |
|---|
| Up to £39.99 | £4.95 |
| £40.00 and over | FREE |
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.
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