Ansell HyFlex 70-418 45.7cm Cut-Resistant Kevlar Sleeve

The Ansell HyFlex 70-418 45.7cm Cut-Resistant Kevlar Sleeve is a knitted protective sleeve manufactured from tough and lightweight Kevlar fibres for superior resistance to cut and tear. Protecting against contact heat up to 100°C, and featuring a thumbslot to ensure that the sleeve provides protection to the wrist, this sleeve is ideal for a wide range of applications in the automotive, construction, glass and metal fabrication industries.

Features and Benefits of the HyFlex 45.7cm Kevlar Sleeve

• Knitted 15 gauge sleeve with a length of 45.7cm
• Made from Kevlar for strong and lightweight protection
• Double-layered for enhanced cut and heat protection
• Unique “Stay-Up” band ensures sleeve remains in place
• With thumbslot to provide secure protection to the wrist
• Protects against contact heat up to 100°C
• Excellent resistance to cut and tear
• Lightweight and comfortable to wear
• Washable at 40°C for better hygiene

Manufactured from Kevlar for Superior Protection

The HyFlex 70-418 Sleeve is manufactured from 100% DuPont Kevlar, which is exceptionally strong, yet remarkably lightweight. For this sleeve, Ansell has used two layers of Kevlar to produce a sleeve that offers excellent protection against cut and contact heat, while, thanks to the lightweight nature of Kevlar, remains flexible and comfortable.

Stay-Up Band for Better Safety

The HyFlex 70-418 features a unique Stay-Up band that holds the sleeve firmly in place for more reliable protection. In addition, this sleeve features a thumbslot that enables you to pull the sleeve down right over your wrist to shield this area against harm.

Applications for the Hyflex 70-418 Cut-Resistant Sleeve

Protecting against cut and contact heat up to 100°C, the HyFlex 70-418 Kevlar Sleeve is suitable for a variety of applications, primarily in the automotive, construction, glass and metal fabrication industries. Ideal uses include (but are not limited to):

• Body assembly
• Glass repair
• Metalwork
• Assembly and finishing
• Stamping operations

Testing of the HyFlex 70-418 Kevlar Sleeve

The Ansell 70-418 Sleeve meets the following specifications:

• European Directive 89/686/EEC
• EN 420:2003 + A1:2009
• EN 388:2016: 133XC
• EN 407:2004: X1XXXX

The HyFlex 45.7cm Sleeve has been tested to EN 388:2016 to determine its resistance to mechanical risks. Please see the table below for the results of these tests:

Hazard	Resistance Rating
Abrasion	Level 1
Cut	Level 3
Tear	Level 3
Puncture	X
ISO Cut	C

When tested to EN 407:2004 for heat resistance, the HyFlex Kevlar Sleeve achieved the following results:

Hazard	Resistance Rating
Flammability	X
Contact heat	Level 1
Convective heat	X
Radiant heat	X
Small splashes of molten metal	X
Large splashes of molten metal	X

Sizing of the Ansell 70-418 Sleeve

This sleeve is available in one size, which should fit most users. The sleeve has a length of 45.7cm.

Documentation for the Ansell 70-418 Cut-Resistant Sleeve

Conformity Statement	Instructions for Use

Please note that the price listed is for one HyFlex 70-418 Sleeve only.