Uvex U-Chem 3300 Bamboo Chemical Handling Gauntlets 60971
It's important for your hands to be as comfortable as they are protected in workplaces involved in chemical processing, as discomfort and irritation can contribute to accidents. Designed with a natural bamboo inner liner, the Uvex U-Chem 3300 Bamboo Chemical Handling Gauntlets 60971 provide users with a new depth of feel for handling tools and objects, while their NBR coating protects users against a broad range of chemicals.
The product code for these gloves is 60971
What's Included?
Physical Resistance of the Uvex Gloves
The Uvex U-Chem 3300 Gloves have been tested to EN 388, which is the European standard for gauging how effectively a glove protects your hands against mechanical risks. Please check the table below to find out the results for these gloves.
| Property | Resistance Level |
| Abrasion Resistance | Level 2 |
| Cut Resistance | Level 1 |
| Tear Resistance | Level 2 |
| Puncture Resistance | Level 1 |
| Blade Cut Resistance | X |
Chemical Resistance of the Uvex Gloves
Tested to EN 374-1 Type A, the Uvex U-Chem 3300 are designed to resists permeation from six test chemicals for at least 30 minutes. Please check below for the results of these gloves.
| Symbol | Chemical |
| J | N-Heptane |
| K | Sodium Hydroxide 40% |
| L | Sulphuric Acid 96% |
| O | Ammonium Hydroxide 25% |
| P | Hydrogen Peroxide |
| T | Formaldehyde |
What These Tables Mean
The EN 388 table demonstrates that the Uvex U-Chem 3300 Gloves provide some protection against abrasions and tears. While their resistance to cuts and punctures is low, the U-Chem 3300 provide formidable chemical protection against a range of industrial and domestic chemicals, including sulphuric acid and hydrogen peroxide.
Key Features and Benefits
- Type A Chemical Resistance: Certified to EN 374-1, the U-Chem 3300 will resist a broad range of household and domestic chemicals
- Bamboo Liner: The U-Chem 3300's inner bamboo liner provides wearers with a new depth of flexibility to better control their work station with
- Reduced Irritation: Silicone and lint can make for potential irritants, which is why the U-Chem 3300 are built without inclusion of either
- Repel Oil and Water: Greasy, oily components and wet conditions can impact your work – the full nitrile coating of the U-Chem 3300 repels both
Applications for the U-Chem 3300 Bamboo Gauntlet Gloves
Combining a highly comfortable and flexible liner with robust chemical protection the U-Chem 3300 make for an excellent pair of handling gloves in hazardous conditions. Some of the industries and tasks the gloves are suitable for are listed here:
- Printing industry
- Metalwork cleaning
- Chemical processing
- Chemical manufacture
- Pharmaceutical industry
- Industrial cleaning
- Pond
- Drainage
- Plumbing
- Oil & gas
- Offshore oil work
How Comfortable Is the Bamboo Liner?
The Uvex U-Chem 3300 are made with an innovative liner of bamboo which allows for a high level of dexterity and comfort. This seamless bamboo-viscose supporting material ensures an excellent fit around the fingertips, boosting the user's range of motion.
How Grippy Are the Uvex U-Chem 3300 Gauntlet Gloves?
With an outer layer of nitrile NBR rubber the U-Chem 3300 gloves will provide a solid grip in both wet and dry environments. That's because nitrile's properties allow it to repel water, oil and grease away from the fingertips.
Resists Broad Range of Chemicals
Tested to EN 374 Type A criteria, the Uvex U-Chem 3300 are built to withstand a range of domestic and industrial chemicals, including formaldehyde and nitric acid. This is especially useful if you work in a pharmaceutical plant or a chemical-processing factory.
Sizing Information
The Uvex U-Chem 3300 are available in five different sizes. Please measure the circumference of your hand around the knuckles (excluding the thumb) with your hand open and your fingers together and the length of your hand from the tip of your middle finger to your wrist. Next, refer to the table below to find out which size will fit your hands best.
| Size | Circumference (mm) | Length (mm) |
| Size 7 | 178mm | 171mm |
| Size 8 | 203mm | 182mm |
| Size 9 | 229mm | 192mm |
| Size 10 | 254mm | 204mm |
| Size 11 | 279mm | 215mm |
Materials of the Uvex U-Chem 3300 Gauntlet Gloves
- Liner: Bamboo
- Coating Material: Nitrile rubber
Documentation for the Uvex U-Chem 3300 Gloves
| Conformity Statement | Product Sheet |
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