Portwest A661 Cut E18 Nitrile Foam Gloves
A glove chosen for a dry assembly bench may need a different palm coating when the handling conditions change. The A661 retains a fine, 18-gauge cut-resistant liner while using nitrile foam on the contact surface. Compare its grip and fit in the workplace, rather than choosing solely by the cut level.
Key Features
- Nitrile foam palm coating for wet and dry handling.
- 18-gauge HPPE, nylon and steel-fibre liner.
- Reinforced thumb-to-forefinger area.
- Touchscreen capability on compatible equipment.
- Reflective label and black colour.
- Listed sizes XS to XXL.
Technical Specifications
| Brand / model |
Portwest A661 |
| Liner |
HPPE, nylon and steel fibre |
| Gauge |
18 |
| Palm coating |
Nitrile foam |
| Colour / listed sizes |
Black; XS to XXL |
| Mechanical protection |
EN 388:2016 + A1:2018 — 4X42E |
| ANSI cut rating |
ANSI/ISEA 105:2016 — A5 |
| General requirements |
EN ISO 21420:2020; dexterity level 5 |
Ideal Applications
Assess the A661 for parts handling and maintenance where Cut E performance is required and wet or dry contact surfaces make nitrile foam worth comparing. Check the specific workpieces, contamination and handling movements during a trial before placing a team order.
Use and Care
Inspect the foam coating and thumb reinforcement before each shift. Replace gloves with damaged fibres, exposed wear areas or contamination that cannot be removed under the supplied care instructions. Keep clean pairs available so a worn glove is not retained simply because a replacement is missing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main difference from A660?
A661 uses nitrile foam on the palm; A660 uses smooth PU. Each has its own EN 388 performance code, so compare the full ratings as well as the coating.
Is it waterproof?
No waterproof claim is made for this palm-coated, open-backed construction. Choose a suitable fully coated glove if the task requires liquid protection.
Can workers use a touchscreen while wearing it?
The model supports many touchscreen devices. Test the particular screen and selected glove size before relying on that feature.
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