Some 3M protective gloves can be replaced by industrial rubber gloves in several areas. So what are the similarities and differences between these two types?

Latex gloves are also one of the most popular protective equipment at present. However, from the application perspective, they have many differences compared to 3M protective gloves. However, many cases have shown that rubber gloves can still undertake tasks as well as some of the current 3M protective gloves. So why can’t rubber gloves replace 3M utterly and vice versa?

 

1/ SIMILARITIES BETWEEN 3M PROTECTIVE GLOVES AND INDUSTRIAL RUBBER GLOVES.

 

Protective gloves are one of the products being created for the demands of safety at work, especially in the areas of manual work contacting with sharp objects, toxic chemicals, and so on. Each field will correspond to each type of protective gloves. That is the first point, we need to clearly identify protective gloves in general, 3M protective gloves, rubber or industrial gloves as well as food processing gloves.

The similarities between the two types can be mentioned as the protective features for our hands when working such as:

Good durability and long lifetime

If 3M protective gloves are made of sturdy metals and durable synthetic compounds, latex gloves are not inferior, even many times superior in comparison to the rest of the glove lines.

Latex gloves made from 100% natural rubber or synthetic rubber. They are durable, extremely long lifetime in all glove lines. If you use and preserve them properly, you will not have to replace them for a long time.

High puncture resistance

Characteristics of rubber are high elasticity, so when being manufactured into gloves, they have extremely good puncture resistance without the intervention of metal, chemicals or external impacts leading to high security for users.

Therefore, when contacting with a sharp object with a certain extent, users would be assured of the protection level which could avoid scratching, cutting, and so on. 

Tight design creates a sense of comfort for users

In order to bring the most comfort for the users, each glove line is designed to be tight. The length and size are fit to create good grip. Besides, for rubber gloves, you will feel this comfort more when using. At present, most of the rubber glove manufacturers are applying modern sterilization, anti-stick and deodorizing technologies into production.

2/ DIFFERENCES BETWEEN 3M PROTECTION GLOVES AND INDUSTRIAL RUBBER GLOVES

 

3M protective gloves are made of fabric and synthetic fibers, meanwhile rubber gloves are made from 100% latex or synthesized from other compounds. This is exactly what makes the differences between these two types.

3M protective gloves

3M protective gloves have the ability to protect hands from directly contacting with sharp objects which are divided into 3M ordinary protective gloves and 3M cut-resistant gloves.

The common one is widely used in factories, mechanics and construction sites. This glove line has a moderate level of protection, so if being not careful, workers can still be injured by sharp objects. The line of cut-resistant gloves is designed with higher puncture-resistant materials which are combined with stainless steel cloth, glass fiber and synthetic fibers, so the protection level will be many times better. They are often used when working with dangerous cutting machines and tools.

Industrial rubber gloves

Unlike 3M protective gloves, synthetic rubber gloves are used more in the field of food and seafood processing because they are resistant to water and toxic chemicals and combined with good puncture resistance. They are sometimes used in manufacturing and construction.

Currently, industrial rubber gloves are divided into two categories including natural rubber gloves and neoprene rubber gloves. Each type will have its own advantages and disadvantages. However, in terms of durability and elasticity, natural rubber gloves are evaluated to bring more benefits.

Thus, it can be seen that 3M protective gloves and industrial rubber gloves possess their own advantages and suit different fields. Therefore, you can use rubber gloves in some cases when contacting with sharp objects and vice versa. However, this does not prove they can utterly replace the protective gloves. In order to bring the highest efficiency for the job, it is best for you to choose the most suitable gloves.

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