Cut Resistant Gloves

Cut-resistant gloves: choosing the right EN 388 level

A cut-resistant glove that is too light leaves workers exposed to risk, while one that is too heavy reduces dexterity and encourages people to take it off. The choice starts from the material being handled and how often there is contact with sharp edges.

ISO cut levels from A to F

In the EN 388 marking, the letter indicates the force needed to cut the glove with a moving blade: from at least 2 newtons for level A up to at least 30 newtons for level F. In this category you will find models from level B, for assembly and small components, to levels C and D, for sheet metal and profiles in construction and joinery, up to levels E and F for very sharp sheet metal, flat glass and recycling plants. Some models are also suitable for food contact or certified to EN 407 for contact heat; one item carries EN 1082-1, specific to gloves protecting against cuts and stabs from hand knives.

Knit gauge and coating

• 13: thicker, tough knit for heavy work.
• 15, 18 and 21: progressively finer knit, greater sensitivity and comfort for long shifts.
• PU for precision, nitrile foam for oily surfaces, sandy nitrile for grip on greasy parts.

Equipping the team

Many models are available in packs of 12 pairs and, for high consumption, in larger packs too. If impacts on the back of the hand add to the cut risk, see impact gloves; for work without sharp edges, general handling glovesare enough. All models are in the work glovescategory.