Portwest A197 Anti-Static Inspection Gloves
The Portwest A197 Anti-Static Inspection Gloves are made specially with a polyester and carbon fibre blend, and are designed to dissipate static electricity. Tested and certified to EN16350, these shell gloves ensure the protection of electronic devices from the risk of damage by electrostatic and static discharge, making them excellent for use in electrical component handling or manufacturing.
What's Included?
Sizing of the Portwest A197 ESD Gloves
The Portwest A197 ESD Gloves are available in four sizes that should be suitable for most users. To find the best size for your hands, simply measure the circumference of your palm and the length of your hand as shown in the diagram below. Once you have these measurements, please match your results to the sizing table and select your desired size from the drop-down at the top of the page.
Size | Palm Circumference | Hand Length |
Size 6 | 152mm | 160mm |
Size 7 | 178mm | 171mm |
Size 8 | 203mm | 182mm |
Size 9 | 229mm | 192mm |
What Applications Are These Antistatic Shell Gloves For?
The Portwest Antistatic Shell Gloves are best suited to use when working with electrical components. They can be used inside and outside, and in dry and clean conditions. Some recommended applications for these gloves include:
- Electrical component manufacturing
- Electrical work
- Engineering
- General handling
- Hardware
- Inspection
- Janitorial
- Local authorities
- Materials handling
- Maintenance
- Manual handling
- Mechanics
- Transportation
- Utilities
- Warehouse
Mechanical Resistance of the Portwest A197 Anti-Static Inspection Gloves
EN 388: Mechanical Resistance
The Portwest A197 Anti-Static Inspection Gloves offer excellent protection against a range of mechanical risks. They have been tested in accordance with EU standards to ensure a high level of performance. Please find below the results these gloves achieved when tested:
Hazard | Level of Resistance |
Abrasion Resistance | Level 1 |
Cut Resistance | Level 1 |
Tear Resistance | Level 3 |
Puncture Resistance | N/A |
ISO Cut Resistance | N/A |
EN 16350: Electrostatic Resistance
- EN 16350:2014 Pass Level R < 1.0 x 108 Ω -
Features and Benefits
- Shell gloves protect against electrostatic discharge
- ESD protection is ideal for handling sensitive electronics
- Prevents the damaging of electrical components
- Polyester and carbon fibre blend construction offers exceptional tactility
- Lightweight design ideal for highly tactile environments
- Super-thin 13 gauge liner offers exceptional dexterity
- High tear resistance ensures hands are protected
- Touchscreen compatible for use with devices
- Low linting construction for minimal contamination
- Available in a range of different sizes
PROTECTS ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
These shell gloves not only protect sensitive electrical equipment from static discharge, but also protects against the natural oils of the skin. Whilst wearing these gloves, you can have total piece of mind that electrical items such as a circuit board can be used without worry of damaging the item.
Lightweight and Thin
Working with electrical components requires flexibility and freedom of movement in order to perform efficiently. With a super thin 13 gauge liner, these antistatic gloves are highly lightweight and dexterous making them perfect for tactile applications.
Materials
- Polyester, Carbon Fibre, Elastic
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