Welding Gloves
Welders need protection from heat, sparks and spatter, with enough feel to hold a torch or rod. The right glove depends on the process: heavy stick and MIG work call for more protection than precise TIG work. This guide explains the standards in plain words, followed by every glove in the range that meets the welding selection rule.
Hero glove: GRANBERG 1690K: Heavy-Duty Welding Gloves Kevlar®
A long cuff of 34 to 37 cm for forearm cover, rated EN 407 41314X and EN 388 4142X.
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Reading EN 407 and the welding standard
EN 407 covers protection against heat and fire. Its six characters rate burning behavior, contact heat, convective heat, radiant heat and small and large splashes of molten metal. A character of X means that property was not tested. A glove marked X1XXXX has only been tested for burning behavior, which on its own does not make it a welding glove.
EN 12477 is the standard written for welders' gloves, with Types A and B. Type A suits heavier processes, while Type B gives more dexterity for TIG. Check each product page for the standards that glove carries.
Cuff length and forearm protection
Spatter and sparks fall onto the wrist and forearm, so a longer cuff matters. Look for a cuff of 34 cm or longer for overhead and heavy fabrication work. A longer cuff also lets you tuck the glove under a sleeve or jacket.
Cut and abrasion in a fabrication shop
Welders handle cut plate, grind edges and move steel all day. A glove with a cut rating helps with that, and the first digit of the EN 388 marking gives abrasion resistance. Read how to read EN 388 and ANSI cut levels for more. See the welding and heat range for the full list.
Fabrication shops often share crews with construction. See construction and mining for related guidance, or request a quote for a specification.
Standards explained: EN 12477: Welding Gloves Explained
Gloves for welding
- GRANBERG 1690K-A: Heavy-Duty Leather Welding Gloves
- GRANBERG 1690K: Heavy-Duty Welding Gloves Kevlar®
- GRANBERG 1590: 50 cm Leather Welding Gauntlets
- GRANBERG 3400: Goatskin TIG Welding Gloves
Frequently asked questions
Does EN 407 X1XXXX mean it is a welding glove?
No. An X1XXXX marking only shows a burning behavior test. Welding gloves are tested for more, including molten metal splash. Check the full marking.
What is the difference between Type A and Type B welding gloves?
Type A gives more protection for heavier processes. Type B gives more dexterity for precise work such as TIG.
How long should a welding cuff be?
A cuff of 34 cm or longer protects the wrist and forearm from spatter in heavy and overhead work.
How are the gloves on this page chosen?
The list is built by rule: gloves that carry EN 12477 on their product record, plus the GRANBERG 1690K welding glove. Gloves marked only X1XXXX under EN 407 are excluded.
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