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Practical answers on choosing and using long-cuff welding gauntlets, including aluminised, reversible and lined types.
Gauntlets are not insulating gloves, and the HSE is clear that welding PPE is not designed to prevent electric shock. Gloves for arc welding are, however, expected to have a minimum electrical resistance in clean, dry condition, which is checked when they are tested.Keep the gauntlets clean and dry, never touch live parts, and replace any that are damp, soaked with sweat or contaminated. Follow the equipment maker's instructions and your risk assessment, and remember that electrical safety depends on the whole set-up.
An aluminised gauntlet has a reflective aluminised layer on the back of the hand or forearm. The layer reflects radiant heat, which makes it useful for high-current MIG and stick welding, foundry work and other jobs where heat from the arc or the workpiece builds up on the back of the hand.The layer reflects radiant heat but does not make the glove fireproof, and the leather beneath still has limits. Check the maker's heat ratings and instructions, and be aware that reflective layers can wear or scratch off with use.
A reversible gauntlet is made so that the same glove can be worn on either hand, rather than being shaped as a left and right pair. This can be convenient because a single glove can be turned over if one side wears more quickly, and an odd glove can be paired with another.The fit is usually a little less shaped than with a left and right pair, so check that the glove sits comfortably and that your fingers can still handle the torch or electrode holder. Look at both sides for wear before use.
They can be, if the maker intends them for welding and they carry the welding glove marking. A lining adds warmth and some insulation, which helps in a cold workshop or outdoors, but it also makes the glove bulkier and reduces feel.Do not assume that any warm lined glove is safe near spatter, as some linings and fabrics can melt or burn. Check the Type A or B label and the heat markings, keep the lining dry, and read the maker's instructions for how to care for it.