Portwest A590 Heat-Resistant Ambidextrous Burn-Protection Glove

When working in hot environments or around open flames, safety should always be a top priority. The Portwest A590 Heat-Resistant Ambidextrous Burn-Protection Glove is a fantastic protective tool with contact-heat resistance up to 250°C, and a high level of burning resistance to protect your skin from injury from open flames. This glove also has a seamless design to reduce irritation and increase comfort during long-term usage.

What’s Included?

• 1 x Single Heat-Resistant Glove

Will This Glove Fit Me?

The Portwest Heat-Resistant Cotton Glove is available in large size which should be a suitable fit for most adult users. To find out if this glove is a good size for your hand, start by measuring the length of your hand and the circumference of your palm (as seen below). Then, use the sizing table as a guide to the fit of this glove.

Glove Size	Palm Circumference	Hand Length	Min. Glove Length
Size 9	229mm	192mm	250mm

Who Can Use This Heat-Proof Glove?

This Portwest Heat-Proof Glove is designed for protection against a range of risks, including those that come with working in hotter conditions. Applications that they are suitable for include (but are not limited to):

• Handling hot components
• Work conducted around open flames
• Engineering
• Glass blowing
• Carrying hot trays
• BBQ and oven glove (for non-food contact purposes)
• Working with a kiln
• Automotive
• Assembly
• Light-duty stationary blade handling
• Sheet metal handling
• Light-duty metal fabrication
• HVAC industry

How Can This Heat-Resistant Glove Protect My Hand?

There are a range of safety features included with this glove to enhance safety when using it. These features include:

• Contact heat resistance for brief (approximately 15 seconds), intermittent handling of components up to 250°C 
• Excellent level of protection against burns from open flames (very low flammability design)
• Decent level of cut resistant to help protect against wounds and lacerations when handling sharp components
• Designed with convective heat resistance to help keep hands cool and comfortable in very hot environments

Testing to European Standards

EN 388 (Mechanical Resistance)

• EN388: 1341X

Hazard	Resistance Level
Abrasion Resistance	Level 1
Cut Resistance	Level 3
Tear Resistance	Level 4
Puncture Resistance	Level 1
ISO Cut Resistance	N/A

EN 407 (Thermal Resistance)

• EN407: 4231XX

Hazard	Resistance Level
Burning	Level 4
Contact Heat	Level 2 (250°C)
Convective Heat	Level 3
Radiant Heat	Level 1
Molten Metal (Splashes)	N/A
Molten Metal (Large Quantities)	N/A

Key Features and Benefits

• Single 7-gauge heat resistant glove
• Suitable for handling hot components and working around open flames
• Offers contact heat protection up to 250°c for approximately 15 seconds
• Excellent level of burning resistance for reduced risk of burns when working around open flames
• Dextrous design has minimal impact on hand movement 
• Seamless construction reduces irritation for optimal comfort
• Ambidextrous design for maximum convenience
• 30cm length also offers protection to the wrist
• Machine washable at 30°C maximum for optimal hygiene maintenance
• Available in a size to suit most adult users

Materials

• Viscose, Cotton, Elastic

Additional DOcuments

• Declaration of Conformity
• Instructions for Use