Portwest A520 Premium Tig Welding Gauntlets

When welders need dexterity, the Portwest A520 Premium Tig Welding Gauntlets 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.

Mechanical Properties of the Portwest A520 Tig Gauntlets

The Portwest A520 Premium Tig Welding Gauntlets offer excellent protection against a wide range of mechanical risks. They have been tested in accordance with EU standards to ensure a high level of performance. Please find the results below:

EN 388

Hazard	Level of Resistance
Abrasion Resistance	Level 2
Cut Resistance	Level 0
Tear Resistance	Level 4
Puncture Resistance	Level 1

EN 12477

The Portwest Premium Tig Welding Gauntlets have been tested in accordance with EN standard EN 12477 and achieve performance level type B. This means that they provide a lower protection rating against heat but also offer excellent flexibility and pliability.

Provide Flexiblity While Welding

The Portwest A520 Premium Tig Gauntlets have a goatskin palm construction, ensuring exceptional flexibility. Combined with the para-aramid fibre that can resist heat, these gauntlets ensure expert precision welding in tricky situations.

Features of the Portwest A520 Premium Tig Gauntlets

• 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

Suitable for a Range of Industries

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:

• Agriculture
• Assembly
• Building
• Construction
• Engineering
• Fabrication
• Gardening
• Industrial
• Local authorities
• Materials handling
• Maintenance
• Metalwork
• Metal handling
• Rigging
• Transportation
• Shipping
• Utilities
• Welding

Product Codes

The code for the Portwest Tig Welding Gauntlets are:

• A520GRRL
• A520GRRXL
• A520GRRXXL

Sizing of the Permium Welding Gauntlets

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.

Glove Size	Palm Circumference	Palm Length	Min. Glove Length
9 (Large)	229mm	192mm	250mm
10 (Extra Large)	254mm	204mm	260mm
11 (XX-Large)	279mm	215mm	270mm

Documentation for the Portwest Premium Welding Gauntlets

Conformity Statement	Instructions for Use