Handling cold materials: lining and grip
The PSP 18-100 Winter Latex has an acrylic lining and a ribbed latex coating on the palm. This combines a warmer interior with grip for handling materials. The PSP Dry Grip Winter Gloves 18-800 uses acrylic fleece with a PVC coating and lists contact cold level 2. These features offer a more useful basis for choosing than the term winter glove alone.
Moisture and cold call for more than a warm lining
The 18-800 has a water-repellent treatment on its outer layer, while the back remains breathable. This is not the same as a fully waterproof glove. The PSP Winter Double Latex Pro 18-188 has a fleece winter liner and a double latex coating. This design places more emphasis on keeping moisture out, but an open cuff still leaves an opening. Switch to a dry spare pair if the inside becomes wet.
What does EN 511 tell you about PSP winter gloves?
The EN 511 marking describes resistance to convective cold, contact cold and water penetration, in that order. The first two scores range from 0 to 4. For water penetration, 1 means the test was passed and 0 means it was not. An X means that aspect was not tested. The 18-800, for example, lists contact cold level 2.
An extra layer or a different protective function?
A glove liner can add insulation if enough room remains inside the outer glove. That outer glove must still provide the protection required for the work. A winter lining does not replace PSP cut-resistant work gloves for sharp edges or PSP welding gloves for welding. The PSP work gloves overview explains the differences between these groups.
Buying PSP winter work gloves
Start with the type of cold and contact: prolonged stationary work, handling cold materials or active outdoor work. Then compare lining, grip and the amount of moisture. This helps you choose a PSP winter glove for the conditions rather than simply picking the thickest model. For handling cold materials, the PSP 18-100 with an acrylic lining and ribbed latex palm is a suitable option to consider. For outdoor work in damp conditions, the PSP 18-800 Dry Grip offers a water-repellent outer layer, acrylic fleece and grip on wet materials. Do you also encounter sharp edges? Take a look at PSP cut-resistant work gloves to include the cut protection you need in your choice.
Frequently asked questions about PSP winter work gloves
Which PSP winter work gloves are suitable for outdoor work?
This mainly depends on moisture, activity and what you handle. The 18-100 combines an acrylic lining with a ribbed latex palm. The 18-800 has acrylic fleece and a water-repellent outer layer with a breathable back. The 18-188 uses a double latex coating. Compare these differences with your working conditions.
What does EN 511 mean for PSP winter work gloves?
The three positions in the marking refer to convective cold, contact cold and water penetration. Look at the specific aspect that matters for your work. A contact cold score is different from water protection. Level 2 means the material insulates better than level 1 when touching a cold surface: relevant when handling cold metal parts, for example.
Are the warmest PSP gloves always the best choice?
No. More insulation can be welcome for stationary work or prolonged exposure to cold, but thicker material can make handling small parts harder. Moisture and fit also matter during active work. There is therefore no single warmest model that is the best choice for every task.
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