When it comes to cut resistance ratings on personal protective equipment ppe all level 5s are not created equal.
Ansi level 5 cut protection gloves.
The graph below shows the differences between the old scale and the new scale.
Level a1 a9 protection.
The american national standards institute s ansi isea 105 2016 cut resistance standard uses a nine 9 level scale.
The performance fitting and breathable knit shell delivers maximum dexterity with all day comfort that provides grip in any condition.
Standard metal blades made a partial cut through level 4 cut resistant gloves and did not penetrate level 5 cut resistant gloves or any gloves rated a5 or higher.
There is significant confusion in global markets because many glove manufacturers misrepresent how they test their gloves and the standard doesn t provide clear direction.
These nitrile coated gloves also feature ansi level 4 abrasion resistance for long wear.
Hand protection policies are best determined at the company level but any opportunity to switch to a lower level of cut resistance is a chance to save money on safety cutting gloves.
Know the difference old vs new cut levels by grams.
Firm grip ansi a5 cut resistant gloves provide firm grip ansi a5 cut resistant gloves provide serious industrial grade cut protection.
For example an a 1 cut level means 200 grams of force was applied and resisted while an a 9 cut level means 6000 grams were resisted.
Cut resistant level a5 gloves styles that provide astm ansi cut level a5 resistance.
The reinforced thumb dip adds extra protection in a high wear area.
Feeling a bit in the dark about the recent changes to the cut testing standards.
The 13 gauge a3 cut protection liner is cut puncture and abrasion resistant for the toughest environments.
Cut a9 ansi how to read the new icon the old 0 to 5 point safety scale has been upgraded to a 9 point system.
This easily helps users identify and zone in on the cut resistant glove and sleeve required for the specific hazard faced.
This fun video and infographic provides a run down of the new ansi a1 through a9 cut levels and breaks down the new en388 a through f cut levels and what they signify.
A higher number indicates that the glove material resisted a higher level of cutting force during testing.
Tests under the new standard have an a before the cut level.
New ansi cut scores will feature an a in front of the score.
Suitable level of cut resistance for your safety needs.
The new ansi standard now features nine cut levels significantly reducing the gaps between each level and better defining protection levels for the cut resistant gloves and sleeves with the highest gram scores.
