Nitrile Gloves

What are nitrile gloves?

Nitrile gloves are disposable gloves. They are made from a synthetic rubber material called nitrile (Acrylonitrile-Butadiene). Thanks to this material, these disposable gloves are resistant against many chemicals, oils and solvents and also highly resistant to puncture in comparison to other materials such as latex gloves and vinyl gloves. 

Thanks to the fact that our selection of gloves are latex-free, it eliminates the risk of latex allergies while being synthetic. Nitrile gloves are also disposable, designed to be only used one time to prevent any contamination, this is why we provide boxes with 50 to 100 pairs in them. 

There are different characteristics that you need to bear in mind when choosing your next pack of nitrile gloves. For instance you can find either powder or powder-free nitrile gloves, the powdered gloves will help you absorb sweat, which will prevent the build up of odour and residue inside the gloves. But for some people it can cause irritation, rashes and blotching.

Nitrile gloves can also be found in various thickness to suit various applications. For instance, for medical applications, nitrile gloves are thinner to allow more feeling with the material and the skin, while in the automotive and industrial industry they are thicker to avoid any punctures. 

The colour of these gloves can also vary depending on the uses or industries they are made for. Again, for the medical industry you’ll find blue nitrile gloves while in the automotive and industrial industry there are typically orange or black nitrile gloves. 

Nitrile gloves can also come with textured fingertips to enhance grip in specific applications. Allowing these different characteristics make our range of disposable gloves​ perfect for specific applications whilst protecting against a range of hazards, including chemical splashes, contamination, and punctures, while often offering good dexterity.

Why Choose Nitrile Gloves? 

Nitrile gloves are interesting for different reasons and can be more interesting than other types of gloves thanks to their specificities. 

For example, nitrile gloves have a superior chemical resistance like Chemical Resistant Gloves, but because they are thinner, they allow a greater level of dexterity and so are more suitable for work when you need more feeling with materials or tools like in healthcare and media. But don't forget to check the specific level of protection chart before choosing your gloves. 

The dexterity and tactile sensitivity is really something that makes our range of disposable gloves​ stand out next to gripper gloves or rigger gloves. But even if they have better puncture resistance than latex or vinyl gloves, they will never be as protective as cut resistant gloves. 

Nitrile gloves are also a must have if you want to prevent the transfer of contaminants in various settings. But even if nitrile gloves are disposable they are still robust for demanding tasks. They are also a good latex allergy solution and will suit the needs of most workers with different length and size for every type of hands and projects. 

Applications of Nitrile Gloves

Nitrile gloves are used for various application in various industries: 

• In the Healthcare and Medical industry, they are using nitrile examination gloves, and handling sterile equipment and protection against bodily fluids.
• For Laboratory Work these disposable gloves are used to handle chemicals, reagents, and biological samples.
• Food Processing and Handling: Users often wear nitrile gloves to maintain hygiene all along the process.
• While working in the Cleaning and Sanitation industry, you can also use Chemical Resistant Gloves but they will not be as practical as the nitrile ones. 
• To handle oils, grease, solvents, and paints in the Automotive and Industrial.
• In the Pharmaceuticals industry, they are used for their sterile environments and handling sensitive materials.
• In the Electronics Manufacturing they are preventing contamination from skin oils.

Choosing the Right Nitrile Glove

Choosing the right pair of nitrile gloves can be tough, there are many factors to take into consideration.

The first one you need to consider is the hazard you’re going to be exposed to. Identify all the chemical elements you’ll need to protect against in your workplace. Then check the chemical resistance guide for the substance that’ll be handled. 

This observation will help you to choose the thickness you’ll need. For example, thicker gloves will provide more robust protection and chemical resistance while thinner gloves will provide a better dexterity.

The length of the gloves is also an important factor to consider. Standard length gloves are used for general tasks while longer will be more suitable for added forearm protection.

Based on your preferences, the next step is going to be the choice between powdered and powder-free gloves. This will entirely depend on your preferences. Last but not least, the choice of the size is also an important consideration. A snug but comfortable fit is essential for safety and dexterity.

Protection for all the workers

At Engweld we’ve selected the best nitrile gloves for the needs of every industry and every budget. We stock nitrile gloves from well known manufacturers like JustOne Source, Portwest Workwear or Supertouch. 

If you need other types of safety gloves or welding gloves, our gloves offer will suit all your needs with MIG Welding Gloves, TIG Welding Gloves, Thermal Work Gloves or impact resistant gloves.

But gloves are not the only PPE you need to take into consideration. This is why we also stock Work safety boots, Disposable Overalls or work trousers for example.