Best Electrician Gloves

1.Magid

You can tell that Magid is committed to worker safety by these well-designed electrician gloves. Besides, they offer detailed CAD and MSDS informational information on their website for further investigation.

Some aspects of these electrician gloves require special handling to improve their comfort. Since they are made of rubber, your hands get sweaty. The advice is to use a talc powder so you can easily slip them on and off when working. It is also critical to realize that electrician gloves made of rubber require a leather glove over the top to protect you from a wire tearing the rubber glove and making them unsafe. It is vital to check the date stamp and understand the system of acceptable usage. Some workers prefer a glove that has a cuff longer than 14 inches for ultimate protection.

One of the most critical aspects of a set of electrician gloves is the certifications. The Magids are ASTM D120-09 standard specification for rubber insulating gloves, OSHA 29C FR 1910.269 standards for electric power generation, transmission and distribution, and NFPA 70E standard for electrical safety in the workplace. Another critical area is the date stamp. Many clients report that these items are well within the optimum usage range.

The Magids are made of natural rubber latex to protect you against 1,000 volts AC or 500 volts DC. They are 14″ long and have a straight cuff with a rolled edge. Their smooth finish helps when you overlay them with a leather glove for further protection. They have superior dielectric properties.

If you are looking for protection while you work as a lineman work, electrical contractor, machine operations, and other commercial applications or at home swapping car batteries, installing electrical panels, or mending electrical fences, you will be pleased with the quality of the Magids. They are not only certified and up to date but they have a good price point.

Pros
 ASTM D120-09 standard, OSHA 29C FR 1910.269, and NFPA 70E standard.
 Natural rubber latex
 Superior dielectric properties
 Smooth finish
 Non-conductive and provides elasticity
 4″ long and has a straight cuff with a rolled edge
Available in bright colors available for high visibility
Good price

 

Cons
Date stamp may be stale
May need to order a size up
Makes hands sweaty
Can be penetrated by an electrical wire

 

 

2.National Safety Apparel

The National Safety Apparel supplies not just a set of rubber gloves but sends you an entire kit that includes the proper set of 2 electrician gloves and a storage bag. So, by ordering from them, you have a complete set, ready to start work on your projects.

Unfortunately, this set is relatively expensive. Some people found that these gloves fit tight. This situation could be improved by specifying the sizing for both of the gloves. The length of the leather gloves are much shorter than the rubber gloves. While this provides flexibility, it does not give full coverage to your entire arm. Since the rubber gloves are sweaty, it is important to use powder, so it is easy to slip the glove on and off easily. Some people found that the sizing was on the small side. You may want to order 1 size up from what you usually wear.

The National Safety Apparel is NFPA 70E-2015 compliant, CSA Z462-15,(Canada); ANSI/ASTM D120, Class 00, Type 1 with a Max use voltage 1,000V AC/1,500V DC approved. The kit comes complete with both sets of electrician gloves and a bag to store all your gear.

The rubber gloves from SAS are Class 0 Type 1 rated and meet the ASTM D120 standards with protection up to 1000 volts AC/ 1500 volts DC. Since they are lightweight, they are very flexible. The leather glove meets ASTM F696 standards. When worn over the insulating glove, the leather will protect it from abrasion or punctures, thereby extending the life of the glove while guarding your safety. The electrician gloves fit as described on the measuring chart.

As an employer, you will have provided your workers with a complete safety electrical kit along with a way to keep the equipment together. There will be no confusion on the employees part that the gloves must be worn together for full protection. You can order the rubber gloves in the traditional black, but also these gloves come in orange and yellow for high visibility. The sizes range from 8 to 12.

This kit is designed for utility workers, linemen, construction workers, power generation staff, electricians, electrical cooperatives, and contractors as well as homeowners. While the manufacturer strives to provide electrician gloves with appropriate date stamps, workers need to check inside the rubber gloves for this safety information.

Pros
 NFPA 70E-2015 compliant, CSA Z462-15,(Canada); ANSI/ASTM D120, Class 00, Type 1 with a Max use voltage 1,000V AC/1,500V DC
Kit includes both electrician gloves and bag for storage
Sizes 8 to 12
Useful for Utility Workers; Linemen; Construction Workers; Power Generation; Electricians; Electrical Cooperatives; Contractors
Smooth finish on rubber glove
Rubber glove is non-conductive and provides elasticity

 

Cons
Expensive
Leather glove is made small and may be difficult to put over rubber pair
Leather glove cuff is shorter than the rubber glove

 

 

3.OTC 3991

You can count on the OTC (Owatonna Tool Company) for your personal safety as it has been in business since 1925 with an excellent reputation. When you are working around electrical equipment, protecting your hands from voltage is of prime importance. These electrician gloves could very well save your life.

The OTC 3991s are moderately priced, but that is a reasonable amount when you are in a life-threatening situation when working with voltages that could kill workers. The leather gloves do not fully cover the rubber gloves leaving them vulnerable for rip or tears in some cases. Rubber does make your hand sweat, so you are advised to use talc powder to make sure you can quickly put on and take off the gloves. It is essential to check the safety date stamp, as some people received stock that was out of date. Note that no bag comes with these electrician gloves, so it will be important to put them in a safe place where they will not get damaged and ruin their ability to handle the electrical flow.

The rubber gloves are Class 0 gloves and are rated for 1000 volts. But it is essential to pair them with leather gloves for full protection. Every electrician knows that abrasion or rips and tears will make the rubber gloves useless. The leather glove is worn to protect the more delicate rubber gloves. Many hybrid auto mechanics find these gloves very useful for managing battery systems in cars.

The electrician gloves fit true to size, so take your measurements carefully to get the right size. The leather is very durable and will protect the rubber gloves when working with sharp wires.

The accompanying bag is made from heavy-duty canvas with a hook and loop closure. There are 2 pockets inside the bag for storage of the electrician gloves and any other equipment associated with the task, such as talc powder. By providing an organizing bag, this will support workers in keeping equipment together, thus reducing the risk of improper usage or damage to the insulating gloves when in storage.

If you are working in a modern auto shop, out on the line fixing or building the grid, installing industrial or commercial wiring, or inspecting home electrical panels, you will appreciate the quality of the OTC 3991s.

Pros
Both types of glove sets
Leather is durable
Fit is described well in the chart
Very suitable for hybrid auto mechanics
Small price to pay in a life threatening situation
OTC (Owatonna Tool Company) in business from 1925

 

Cons
Moderately expensive
Date stamp must be checked to verify compliance
Leather glove cuff shorter than rubber glove
No storage bag for equipment
Need to visit manufacturer’s website for more details

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