Heat Resistant Gloves | Fisher Scientific (2024)

FAQs

What are heat resistant gloves used for in science? ›

Heat resistant gloves are designed for protection from high temperatures found in laboratories. They are usually made of heat- and/or flame-resistant materials. Heat resistant gloves should be used for such tasks as removing hot objects from autoclaves and drying ovens.

The gloves resistance to contact heat rating is based upon the highest temperature at which it can still pass the test. The rating will be between 1 and 5, with higher numbers indicating higher levels of contact heat resistance.

Sturdy gloves made from metal mesh, leather or canvas provide protection against cuts and burns. Leather or canvas gloves also protect against sustained heat. Leather gloves protect against sparks, moderate heat, blows, chips and rough objects.

Kevlar Gloves: Ideal for high-temperature environments. They offer excellent cut and heat resistance, making them suitable for handling sharp objects in hot conditions. Aluminized Gloves: These are used for extremely high-temperature work, often in foundries and furnaces.

Wear gloves protect against skin absorption of chemicals, chemical burns, thermal burns, lacerations, and cryogenic liquid exposure. Choosing the appropriate hand protection can be a challenge in a laboratory setting.

Laboratory gloves provide a critical barrier between the skin and potential hazards, including chemical, biological, or radioactive substances. They help prevent burns, cuts, abrasions, and exposure to harmful microorganisms.

For instance, a glove with a Level 2 rating can withstand up to 140°C/284°F for at least 15 seconds before you are injured by a second-degree burn and at least 4 seconds of warning time where you can move away from the heat and avoid any burns.

So a “Class 100” environment meant there was an upper limit of 100 particles/ft3, size 5 µm or smaller. A “Class 10” meant no more than 10 particles/ft3.

Gloves that are chemical- and heat-resistant are worn when transferring chemicals, working on hot pumps and valves, and when working with hot or hazardous chemicals. Chemical-resistant gloves are made of rubber polymers that withstand exposure to acids, bases, solvents, and other chemicals.

Nitrile gloves are heat-resistant for short-term exposure, which makes them excellent hand protection. Gloves won't shrink or melt against high heat; provided there is no prolonged exposure.

Do rubber gloves protect from heat? ›

Yes, nitrile gloves are heat and puncture-resistant. This is because they are made of thick natural rubber materials that are durable even under a significant amount of stress and high temperature. These rubbers are functional in several conditions.

Neoprene is primarily used for its natural high fire resistance. For instance, manufacturers use neoprene palm coatings in knit gloves to achieve arc flash protection (a more severe form of fire hazard). Silicone: Synthetic rubber material and naturally fire resistant.

Genuine leather gloves are gloves made of animal leather such as cowhide, goatskin, pigskin, and sheepskin. Because they are cut and sewn from a whole piece of leather, they can lock in warmth and are one of the more commonly used materials for winter warm gloves.

For both laboratory and industrial safety use, heat resistant gloves can provide protection from temperatures as high as 800°F (430°C). For autoclave or other high-heat applications, Avantor offers products in the highest level of heat-resistant materials.

To protect the evidence we wear gloves to avoid placing our fingerprints on evidence and to avoid cross contaminating the evidence. Cross contamination is a real issue at crime scenes when evidence may include DNA.

Neoprene gloves are made from synthetic rubber and are typically very liquid-proof and chemical-resistant, although not always very flexible. Used for specialized chemical applications involving acids, caustics, oils, alcohols, and solvents.

Latex Exam Gloves

They provide excellent dexterity and puncture resistance, and they are a good choice for users who don't have allergen sensitivities. Our disposable powdered and powder-free latex exam gloves come in various lengths and thicknesses to provide a safe barrier against infectious materials.