Disposable safety gloves are one of the important PPEs. And disposable gloves are widely used, from medical, food to chemical industries and so on. The demand for disposable safety gloves has also grown tremendously with the COVID-19 pandemic.
This article will introduce the types and precautions of disposable gloves, hoping to help you.
Types of Disposable Gloves
Disposable protective gloves of different materials and grades have different technical requirements and development prospects. Disposable health protective gloves can be divided into nitrile gloves, PVC gloves, latex gloves and PE gloves according to different materials.
First of all, in terms of material, nitrile gloves are NBR, a kind of synthetic rubber, the main components are acrylonitrile and butadiene; PVC gloves are made of polyvinyl chloride; latex gloves are made of natural latex (NR).
Material difference
The material of Dingqing gloves is degradable, it will not be allergic to wear, pigments can be added, and the color is brighter. The disadvantage is that the elasticity is poor, and the price is higher than that of latex gloves. Contains high plasticizer, plasticizer is an internationally recognized public enemy of health, it is volatile to harmful gases when heated, and it is not degradable; as for latex gloves, its advantages are that it is degradable and has good elasticity, but some people have long-term Wearing latex gloves can cause skin irritation.
ESD
So what about their anti-static properties? ESD refers to the anti-static properties of products. It is generally believed that nitrile rubber products have anti-static properties, while PVC and latex do not have anti-static properties and are not suitable for ESD areas.
In fact, the antistatic property of Dingqing gloves also depends on the formulation of glue. The ESD performance of products produced by glues from different manufacturers is different, and it has little relationship with the glove manufacturer. Even products made of the same glue are in performance. There will also be differences, so nitrile gloves can be used as general anti-static gloves, but the performance is lower than professional anti-static gloves.
Material characteristics of disposable gloves
At present, the classification of materials for disposable gloves includes nitrile gloves, latex gloves, PVE gloves and PE gloves. The difference in materials reflects the difference in their characteristics, and the difference in characteristics determines the scope of their application.
Disposable Nitrile Gloves
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Non-allergic
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Fits the hand shape and reduces hand fatigue
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Not as elastic as latex gloves
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Not suitable for contact with substances such as ozone
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Excellent chemical resistance, anti-acid and alkali, good chemical protection to solvents, petroleum and other corrosive substances.
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Good physical properties, good tear resistance, puncture resistance and friction resistance.
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Does not contain protein, amino compounds and other harmful substances, rarely cause allergies.
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The degradation time is short, it is easy to handle, and it is beneficial to environmental protection.
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Silicone-free, with certain antistatic properties, suitable for the electronics industry.
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Low surface chemical residues, low ionic content and low particle content make it suitable for strict clean room environment
Disposable Latex Gloves
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Wide range of applications
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High tensile strength
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Good elasticity, comfortable to wear
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Degradable and environmentally friendly
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May cause allergies in individuals
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Average resistance to grease
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Not suitable for contact with substances such as ozone
Disposable PVC Gloves
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Acid and alkali resistance
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Low price
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Anti-oil, anti-fouling, anti-puncture
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Fairly flexible
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General protective performance
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May contain carcinogens
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Non-degradable, not environmentally friendly
Disposable PE gloves
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Low price
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Poor elasticity
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Single application
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Basic armor performance
Considerations for Different Disposable Materials
Disposable Nitrile Gloves
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No rings or other jewelry on your hands;
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The fingernails should be trimmed regularly and should not be too long to avoid damage to the fingertips of the gloves;
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Prevent the puncture of sharp objects, such as needles, toothpicks, etc.;
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To take off the glove, it should be slowly withdrawn from the wrist, and should not be pulled from the fingers;
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Pay attention to the size when choosing, too small will cause the blood to flow unsmoothly, and too large will easily fall off;
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Regular inspections are required, and if any damage is found, it can no longer be used.
PVC Gloves
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Disposable PVC gloves do not have high temperature resistance and insulation properties. It should not be used in high temperature workplaces, and absolutely not allowed to be used as insulating gloves.
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Once the disposable PVC gloves are cut, the protective effect will be affected. Do not use them.
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Disposable PVC gloves should be kept ventilated and dry during storage to prevent moisture and mildew.
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When using disposable PVC gloves. Contact with corrosive substances is prohibited.
Latex Gloves
Contact with chemicals such as acids, bases, organic solvents should be avoided.
For example, when handling infectious substances, powder-free and low-protein latex gloves should be selected. Powder-free and low-protein latex gloves can reduce the risk of allergies. However, the so-called hypoallergenic latex gloves cannot reduce the risk of latex allergy, but can only reduce allergic reactions caused by chemical additives in latex gloves.
Resolutely implement the code of practice to reduce the chance of latex hazards. like:
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Do not use oil-based hand creams or lotions when donning latex gloves, which can cause the latex gloves to fade or be damaged.
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After taking off or removing latex gloves, wash hands with mild soap and dry hands completely.
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For disposable latex gloves, do not wear them repeatedly (because the gloves may have lost their ability to defend against harmful substances).
Advantages of disposable nitrile gloves:
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Excellent chemical resistance, anti-acid and alkali, good chemical protection to solvents, petroleum and other corrosive substances.
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Good physical properties, good tear resistance, puncture resistance and friction resistance.
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The style is comfortable, and the glove machine is designed according to ergonomics, making it comfortable to wear and conducive to blood circulation.
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Does not contain protein, amino compounds and other harmful substances, rarely cause allergies.
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The degradation time is short, it is easy to handle, and it is beneficial to environmental protection.
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Silicone-free, with certain antistatic properties, suitable for the electronics industry.
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Low surface chemical residues, low ionic content and low particle content make it suitable for strict clean room environments.
Choosing the Best Disposable Safety Gloves
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