Portwest Premium Tig Welding Gauntlets A520
When welders need dexterity, the Portwest Premium Tig Welding Gauntlets A520 should be a number one call because of their highly flexible goatskin palm. While this provides the user with total control, their para-aramid fibres ensure exceptional mechanical protection to boost the user's performance safely and comfortably.
Purchase Quantity
The Portwest Premium Tig Welding Gauntlets A520 are supplied as a pair.
Sizing Information
The Portwest Gauntlets A520 are available in three 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.
Size | Circumference (mm) | Length (mm) |
Size 9 | 229mm | 192mm |
Size 10 | 254mm | 204mm |
Size 11 | 279mm | 215mm |
Read our guide to sizing for more information about finding your perfect size.
How Do the Portwest Premium Tig Welding Gauntlets A520 Protect Your Hands?
The para-aramid fibre of the gauntlets resists heat, suiting them for welding tasks. The goatskin palm ensures exceptional flexibility, reflected in the type B rating of the gauntlets under EN 12477. These gauntlets ensure expert precision welding in tricky situations.
Performance Ratings
EN 388 (Protection Against Mechanical Risks)
Test | Result |
Abrasion | Level 2 |
Cut | Level 1 |
Tear | Level 2 |
Puncture | Level 2 |
Blade Cut | N/A |
Read our guide to EN 388 for more information.
Other
- EN 12477 Type B (Welding Protection)
- AS/NZS 2161 .2
- AS/NZS 2161 .3
- EN 420
Key Features and Benefits
- Features a goatskin palm that enhances dexterity
- Exceptional para-aramid fibres protect from heat
- High quality cow split leather ensure durability
- Designed with an inner liner that provides comfort
- Highly recommended for type B welding (Tig Welding)
- Fitted with a heavy duty split leather cuff for protection
- Excellent flexibility ideal for precision welding
- Available in a wide range of sizes
Who Can Use the Portwest Premium Tig Welding Gauntlets A520?
The Portwest Premium Tig Gauntlets are best suited to type B Tig Welding but are not limited to this. They offer heat protection, and are suitable for use inside and outside, in dry and wet conditions and in dirty and clean environments. Some applications where the gauntlets are recommended include:
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