Portwest Welders Leather Gauntlets A500
Designed with cow split leather to provide exceptional mechanical resistance, the Portwest Welders Leather Gauntlets A500 offer 100°C contact heat protection making them ideal for welding applications. They are ideal at tactile applications as they use a flexible liner to ensure high grip and an inner cotton liner to guarantee long-lasting comfort.
Purchase Quantity
The Portwest Welders Leather Gauntlets A500 are supplied as a pair.
Sizing Information
The Portwest Gauntlets A500 are available in one size that should suit most users thanks to the flexible and anatomical design. However it is recommended that to ensure a perfect fit, you measure the circumference and length of your palm and match the results to the table below.
| Size | Circumference (mm) | Length (mm) |
| Size 10 | 254mm | 204mm |
Read our guide to sizing for more information about finding your perfect size.
How Do the Portwest Welders Leather Gauntlets A500 Protect Your Hands?
They offer exceptional contact heat and convective heat resistance, while also being resistant to fire and small splashes of molten metal making them ideal for tactile welding applications. Their flexibility means that the user can weld safely and comfortably, without worry of dropping or misplacing materials. The gloves feature impressive resistance to mechanical hazards such as abrasion, tears and punctures, ensuring their durability.
Performance Ratings
EN 388 (Protection Against Mechanical Risks)
| Test | Result |
| Abrasion | Level 4 |
| Cut | Level 2 |
| Tear | Level 4 |
| Puncture | Level 3 |
| Blade Cut | N/A |
Read our guide to EN 388 for more information.
EN 407 (Protection Against Thermal Risks)
| Hazard | Resistance Rating |
| Burning | Level 4 |
| Contact Heat | Level 1 |
| Convective Heat | Level 3 |
| Radiant Heat | Level 2 |
| Molten Metal (Splashes) | Level 4 |
| Molten Metal (Large Quantities) | Level 4 |
Other
- EN 12477 Type A (Protection against welding hazards)
- AS/NZS 2161 .2
- AS/NZS 2161 .3
- AS/NZS 2161 .4
- ANSI/ISEA 105 - 2016 CUT Level A2
- EN 420
Key Features and Benefits
- Offers the maximum level for burn behaviour resistance
- Designed to withstand harsh heats and flames
- Fitted with cow split leather to provide mechanical protection
- High flexibility ideal for handling small tactile items
- Features a cotton inner lining for enhanced comfort
- High abrasion resistance increases gauntlet's longevity
- Designed for precision welding and metal handling
- Available in one size that should suit most users
Who Can Use the Portwest Welders Leather Gauntlets A500?
The Portwest Welders Gauntlets are best suited to hot and high risk environments. They can be used inside and outside, in dry and wet conditions and in clean and dirty environments. Some applications where the gauntlets are recommended include:
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