Description
The Laatu fitter’s glove 4131X is an installation and general-purpose work glove classified under the EN 388:2016 standard with a mechanical protection rating of 4131X: abrasion resistance level 4 (highest), cut resistance (Coup test) level 1, tear resistance level 3 and puncture resistance level 1. The Laatu fitter’s glove 4131X is designed for work that needs precise fingertip feel, a secure grip and a light glove for long shifts.
The body of the glove is a 15 gauge seamless nylon-elastane knit that is extremely light and breathable. The thin knit follows the hand and keeps fingertip feel when handling small parts, screws and tools. The seamless construction reduces chafing points and adds comfort.
The palm and fingertips are coated with soft nitrile foam with a dotted (Dotted Grip) sandy nitrile surface. The dot pattern improves grip on smooth and oily surfaces, and the foam structure channels moisture and oil away from the contact surface. The back of the hand is uncoated, which keeps the hand cool and reduces sweating.
The nitrile foam coating resists moisture, oils and greases, so the Laatu fitter’s glove 4131X is suitable for dry as well as damp and oily working conditions. The glove is available in several sizes; choose the right size from the size chart.
Laatu fitter’s glove 4131X, intended use and suitability:
The Laatu fitter’s glove 4131X belongs to Laatuhanska’s light installation gloves: it suits work where abrasion resistance and fingertip feel matter more than cut protection. For work with a high cut risk, choose the Laatu cut-resistant glove 4343FX Cut Super, and for touchscreen use the Laatu general-purpose glove 4121X.
- Installation and assembly work: Handling screws, connectors and small components, where the 15 gauge knit keeps fingertip feel and the dotted palm holds the grip.
- Mechanic and servicing work: Handling oily and greasy parts, where the nitrile foam resists oils and greases and gives a secure grip.
- Logistics and warehouse work: Handling packages, boxes and general cargo, where level 4 abrasion resistance extends the life of the glove.
- Construction and indoor work: Furniture installation, HVAC and electrical installation and light construction work in dry and damp conditions.
- Garden and property maintenance: Light outdoor work that needs a breathable, flexible glove.
Package contents:
- Laatu fitter’s glove 4131X breathable and flexible, 1 pair
Laatu fitter’s glove 4131X features:
- Abrasion resistance level 4: The highest abrasion resistance class on the EN 388:2016 scale extends the life of the glove in abrasive work.
- 15 gauge seamless knit: An extremely light, breathable and flexible nylon-elastane body without chafing seams.
- Dotted nitrile foam palm (Dotted Grip): The soft sandy nitrile surface gives a secure grip on smooth, damp and oily objects.
- Oil and moisture resistance: Oil and grease do not soak through the nitrile foam, and the palm stays dry.
- Breathable back of hand: The uncoated back lets air through and reduces sweating.
- Light and comfortable: The thin construction reduces hand fatigue during long shifts.
- Several sizes: Available in several sizes from small to extra large.
Technical specifications:
- Product: Laatu fitter’s glove 4131X breathable and flexible (Laatuhanska SoftFlex Reborn Dotted Grip, model 2007).
- Standard: EN 388:2016.
- Protection rating: 4131X (abrasion 4, cut Coup 1, tear 3, puncture 1, cut ISO 13997 not tested).
- Knit gauge: 15 gauge, seamless.
- Body material: Nylon, elastane.
- Coating: Nitrile foam, dotted sandy nitrile surface, palm and fingertips.
- Colour: Grey body, black coating.
- CE marking: Yes.
Laatu fitter’s glove 4131X instructions for use:
Inspect the glove visually before each use. Do not use the glove if the knit has holes or the coating has come off. Choose a size that fits closely without squeezing; a glove that is too large reduces fingertip feel and one that is too small tires the hand.
Put the glove on a dry hand and pull the cuff over the wrist. After use, remove loose dirt by shaking or brushing and let the glove dry at room temperature. Store dry and protected from light. Replace the glove when the coating is worn through or the knit is damaged.
Warnings:
- No protection against fire or heat: The Laatu fitter’s glove 4131X is a mechanical protective glove (EN 388). It is not EN 407 classified and does not protect against fire, flames, sparks, hot surfaces or molten metal. Do not use the glove for welding, hot work, grilling or handling hot objects; the nylon knit and nitrile coating can melt and cause burns.
- Only minor cut protection: Cut resistance level 1 (Coup), and ISO 13997 cut resistance has not been tested. The glove is not suitable for handling sharp edges, glass, sheet metal or blades; use a cut-resistant glove for these.
- No protection against rotating machine parts: Do not use the glove near rotating blades or machine parts because of the risk of entanglement.
- No chemical protection: The glove is not EN ISO 374 classified. Nitrile foam resists oils and greases, but the glove must not be used for handling chemicals.
- Damaged glove: A hole or detached coating removes the protection; dispose of a damaged glove.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ):
What does the EN 388:2016 rating 4131X mean on a fitter’s glove?
The numbers and the letter give the test results in order: abrasion resistance 4 (scale 1–4, highest), cut resistance in the Coup test 1 (1–5), tear resistance 3 (1–4), puncture resistance 1 (1–4), and X means that ISO 13997 cut resistance has not been tested.
Is the Laatu fitter’s glove 4131X suitable for oily and damp work?
Yes. The nitrile foam coating on the palm resists moisture, oils and greases, and the dotted surface holds the grip on slippery objects.
What is the difference between a dotted (Dotted Grip) and a smooth nitrile foam palm?
The dot pattern increases friction on the contact surface and improves grip on smooth and oily surfaces compared with smooth foam nitrile, whose grip relies only on the porosity of the foam.
Is the Laatu fitter’s glove 4131X a cut-resistant glove?
No. The cut resistance is level 1, so the glove is intended for installation and general work. For cut risks, choose the Laatu cut-resistant glove 4343FX Cut Super from the same range.
Recycling instructions:
- Glove: The Laatu fitter’s glove 4131X is a combination of nylon, elastane and nitrile coating, and it goes to mixed waste or energy waste according to local waste management instructions.
- Packaging: Sort the hanger card into cardboard collection and any plastic bag into plastic collection.
