Portwest A780 Arc Flash Cut Resistant Gloves

Designed to withstand arc flashes, the Portwest A780 Arc Flash Cut Resistant Gloves also use a neoprene palm coating and aramid liner to offer exceptional abrasion, cut and tear resistance. Highly resistant to heat and flames, these gloves are perfect for a wide range of tasks, particularly those that demand heat resistance and flexibility.

Suitable for a Range of Industries

The Portwest Arc Flash Gloves A780 feature exceptional qualities that make them resistant to heat, arc flash, flames, abrasion, tears and cuts. This makes them widely versatile, but particularly useful in tasks that demand protection against heat. Suitable industries include:

• Aerospace
• Arc flash welding
• Blacksmith
• Builders
• Car mechanics
• Construction
• Engineering
• Foundry
• Heat
• Industrial
• Machinist
• Maintenance
• Material handling
• Mechanics
• Packaging
• Public transport
• Public utilities
• Railway maintenance
• Transportation
• Utilities
• Welding

Mechanical Properties of the Portwest Arc Flash Cut Resistant Gloves

The Portwest Arc Flash Gloves A780 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 4
Cut Resistance	N/A
Tear Resistance	Level 4
Puncture Resistance	Level 2
ISO Cut Resistance	Level D

EN 407

Hazard	Level of Resistance
Flammability	N/A
Contact Heat	Level 1
Convective Heat	N/A
Radiant Heat	N/A
Small Splashes of Liquid Metal	N/A
Large Splashes of Liquid Metal	N/A

ASTM F2675 – 13

The gloves are also tested to ASTM F2675 – 13. They achieved an Arc Rating (ATPV) of 9.5cal/cm2.

Superior Arc Flash Protection

The Arc Flash Gloves are lined with an aramid material and supported by a neoprene palm coating, helping to provide outstanding arc protection with outstanding grip. This makes the gloves well suited to hot, industrial tasks that demand dexterity and control, such as those found in welding, fabrication and blacksmithing. Superior arc protection means that the hands will stay protected when in contact with arc flashes.

Features of the Portwest Arc Cut Resistant Gloves

• Designed to resist flames and arch flashes
• Offers outstanding resistance to abrasion, cuts and tears
• Neoprene palm coating offers superior grip
• Aramid thread liner for dexterity and flexibility
• Light design ideal for all-day tasks

Product Codes

The codes for the Portwest Arc Flash Gloves are:

• A780E8RM
• A780E8RL
• A780E8RXL

Sizing of the Portwest Arc Flash Gloves A780

The Portwest Gloves 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. Length of Glove
8 (Medium)	203mm	182mm	240mm
9 (Large)	229mm	192mm	250mm
10 (Extra Large)	254mm	204mm	260mm

Documentation of the Portwest Arc Flash Cut Resistant Gloves

Conformity Statement	Instructions for Use