Work Gloves

Arc Flash Gloves

What is the point of arc flash gloves?

An arc is caused by electrons pushing off between conductors and it creates a lot of heat. Arc flashes can reach 35,000°F and workers up to 23 feet (two car lengths) can suffer second-degree burns. The point of arc flash gloves (or any arc flash-rated protective equipment for that matter) is to limit your chance of receiving burns from an arc flash.

How are arc flash gloves rated?

Our arc flash gloves are rated on a scale from one to four, with four being the highest. The rating is based on the glove's Arc Thermal Performance Value (ATPV). ATPV is the incident energy needed to cause a second-degree burn. This value is provided in calories per centimeter squared (cal/cm²). Learn more about arc flash gloves by watching this explainer video.

Note: Arc flash testing rates gloves based on their resistance to intense amounts of heat, not thermal contact.

What material are arc flash gloves made from?

Traditionally, arc flash gloves have been made from leather which is naturally flame resistant. In recent years, string-knit gloves made from para-aramid material like Kevlar® with flame-resistant neoprene coating have become much more popular. That's because string-knit arc flash gloves increase freedom of movement without reducing the quality of protection.

How to find your perfect arc flash gloves

Narrow down the options using the "filter by" option on the screen to find arc flash gloves that feature options like cut resistance, heat resistance, or puncture resistance. Need more help? Give our Glove Experts a call!