Portwest DX VHR Orange Impact Gloves (A727)
The Portwest DX VHR Orange Impact Gloves (A727) are a step up from your average pair of work gloves. Performing well all round in protection, handling, flexibility and comfort, they are a supreme set of hand protectors, ideal for any line of work involving intensive contact with machinery or work with a higher risk.
Purchase Quantity
These gloves are supplied as a single pair.
Sizing Information
To find the best glove size for you, simply measure your hand circumference and length (as illustrated in the image below) and then match your measurement to the appropriate size in the table. Once you have your size, make sure to select it in the drop down menu at the top of the page. If you are between two sizes, it's best to go for the bigger one.
| Size | Circumference (mm) | Length (mm) |
| Size 8 (Medium) | 203mm | 182mm |
| Size 9 (Large) | 229mm | 192mm |
| Size 10 (Extra Large) | 254mm | 204mm |
| Size 11 (XX-Large) | 279mm | 215mm |
| Size 12 (XXX-Large) | >279mm | >215mm |
Read our guide to sizing for more information about finding your perfect size.
How Do the Portwest Anti-impact Gloves Protect Your Hands?
With sturdy TPV material on the back of the hands to protect from high impact, along with sandy nitrile coating for abrasion resistance, these gloves rate impressively well for all round protection. This means they are a practical choice for keeping your hands safe during many hazardous workplace tasks.
Performance Ratings
EN 388 (Protection Against Mechanical Risks)
| Test | Result |
| Abrasion | Level 4 |
| Cut | N/A |
| Tear | Level 4 |
| Puncture | Level 3 |
| Blade Cut | Level E |
| Impact | Pass |
Read our guide to EN 388 for more information.
EN 407 (Thermal Risks)
EN 407: X1XXXX
| Hazard | Level of Resistance |
| Flammability | N/A |
| Contact Heat | Level 1 (100°C) |
| Convective Heat | N/A |
| Radiant Heat | N/A |
| Small Splashes of Molten Metal | N/A |
| Large Splashes of Molten Metal | N/A |
Other
- EN ISO 21420: 2020 Dexterity 5 (General Requirements For Protective Gloves)
- ANSI/ISEA 138: 2019 Level 2 (American National Standard For Performance And Classification For Impact-Resistant Gloves)
Key Features and Benefits
- Safety tested under European standards against heat, abrasion and cuts
- Coated with nitrile foam for protection from abrasion
- Thermoplastic rubber provides dexterity and durability
- Comfortable 13 gauge liner for fine handling skills
- Works well in dry, wet or oily conditions
- Bright yellow outer padding for extra safety
Who Can Use the Orange Impact Gloves?
This pair of work gloves is impressively well suited to working with heavy machinery, or components that are difficult or painful to hold on to, especially in sub-prime conditions. We particularly recommend this product for any working in the following industries and areas:
What's the Benefit of the Nitrile Coating?
Nitrile-coated gloves offer a significant layer of protection between your fingers and hands, and the machinery you are operating or holding. Long-lasting and resistant to a range of different hazards, this pair of gloves will keep your hands safe without sacrificing dexterity and handling ability.
What About the Grip?
With a 13 gauge liner for a close and comfortable fit, the Portwest Orange gloves may look heavy but they are actually incredibly dexterous, unyielding in the face of heavy instruments, wet weather or oily conditions.
Additional Documentation
