Description
The Laatu winter work glove 4131X is a lined winter glove classified under EN 388:2016 with a mechanical protection rating of 4131X: abrasion resistance level 4 (highest on the scale), cut resistance in the Coup test level 1, tear resistance level 3 and puncture resistance level 1. The glove is intended for handling work in cold, damp and dry environments that needs an insulating lining, a secure grip and visibility of the wearer.
The body is a 13 gauge seamless knit made of polyester and elastane. The knit is flexible and breathable, and the lining forms an insulating layer on the inside of the glove without a separate loose liner. The seamless construction reduces chafing points in long-term use.
The palm and fingers are coated with latex foam. The foam-structured latex coating is waterproof in the coated area and gives a secure grip on wet and icy items. The back of the hand is uncoated, which keeps the glove breathable and reduces moisture build-up inside the glove.
The outer colour of the glove is high-visibility yellow (Hi-Vis), which improves the visibility of hand signals and hands when working at dusk and in the dark. The Laatu winter work glove 4131X is a variable product available in several sizes; choose the right size from the size chart.
Laatu winter work glove 4131X, intended use and suitability:
The Laatu winter work glove 4131X is intended for handling and installation work in the cold season, where abrasion resistance and grip matter more than cut protection. For work with a high cut risk, choose the Laatu cut-resistant glove 3231CX Cut Light, and for precision work in warm indoor spaces the Laatu general-purpose glove 4121X.
- Outdoor storage and logistics: Handling boxes, pallets and general cargo in a cold warehouse and outdoors, where level 4 abrasion resistance extends the life of the glove.
- Construction work in winter: Moving formwork, steel parts and building supplies, where the latex foam coating gives grip on wet and snowy surfaces.
- Maintenance and property management: Snow clearing, care of outdoor property areas and equipment maintenance in damp conditions.
- Traffic and road maintenance work: Work sites where the visibility of the wearer is part of occupational safety and the high-visibility yellow supports visibility.
- Agriculture and forestry: Equipment maintenance, fencing work and handling loads in cool and damp conditions.
Package contents:
- Laatu winter work glove 4131X Hi-Vis colour and thin lining, 1 pair
Laatu winter work glove 4131X features:
- Abrasion resistance level 4: The highest abrasion resistance class on the EN 388:2016 scale, for abrasive handling work.
- 13 gauge seamless lining: A flexible, breathable polyester-elastane knit that insulates without a separate loose liner.
- Latex foam coated palm: A waterproof coated area and a secure grip on wet and icy items.
- High-visibility yellow: The Hi-Vis outer surface improves the visibility of the hands at dusk.
- Breathable back of hand: The uncoated back lets moisture out from inside the glove.
- Tear resistance level 3: Withstands snagging and pulling when handling items.
- Variable product: Available in several sizes, so the fit can be chosen to suit the wearer.
Technical specifications:
- Product: Laatu winter work glove 4131X Hi-Vis colour and thin lining (manufacturer’s product name Laatuhanska Winter PRO, model 3002).
- Standard: EN 388:2016.
- Protection rating: 4131X (abrasion 4, cut Coup 1, tear 3, puncture 1, cut ISO 13997 not tested).
- Knit gauge: 13 gauge, seamless.
- Body material: Polyester, elastane.
- Coating: Latex foam, palm and fingers.
- Waterproofing of the coating: The coated palm area is waterproof.
- Colour: High-visibility yellow.
- CE marking: Yes.
Laatu winter work glove 4131X instructions for use:
Inspect the glove visually before each use. Do not use the glove if the knit has holes or the latex coating has cracked or come off. Choose a size that fits closely without squeezing: a glove that is too loose weakens the grip and one that is too tight restricts blood circulation and so reduces thermal insulation.
Put the glove on a dry hand. In cold conditions the glove’s thermal insulation depends on a dry lining, so change a wet glove for a dry one. After use, remove loose dirt by shaking or brushing and let the glove dry at room temperature; do not dry it on a radiator or near an open fire. Store dry and protected from light. Replace the glove when the coating is worn through or the lining has compressed.
Warnings:
- No protection against fire or heat: The Laatu winter work 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 or handling hot objects; the polyester knit and latex coating can melt and cause burns.
- Only minor cut protection: The cut resistance is 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.
- No chemical protection: The glove is not EN ISO 374 classified and must not be used for handling chemicals.
- Latex allergy: The coating contains natural rubber latex, which can cause an allergic reaction in sensitised users.
- No protection against rotating machine parts: Do not use the glove near rotating blades or machine parts because of the risk of entanglement.
- Wet glove: A wet lining conducts heat and increases the risk of frostbite; change a wet glove for a dry one.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ):
What does the EN 388:2016 rating 4131X mean on a winter glove?
The numbers and the letter give the mechanical 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. The rating covers mechanical protection, not cold protection.
Is the Laatu winter work glove 4131X waterproof?
The coated palm area is waterproof, because the latex foam coating forms a continuous film. The back of the hand is uncoated and breathable, so it lets water through.
What temperatures is the Laatu winter work glove 4131X suitable for?
The glove is a 13 gauge lined winter glove intended for cold, damp and dry environments. Numerical limits for cold protection require an EN 511 rating, which is not part of this model’s CE classification.
Why is the glove in a high-visibility colour?
The yellow Hi-Vis outer surface improves the visibility of hands and hand signals at dusk and in the dark, which is useful near traffic and in outdoor warehouses, for example.
What is the difference between a glove coated with latex foam and one coated with nitrile foam?
Latex foam is based on natural rubber and stays flexible in the cold, but it does not resist oils as well as nitrile. Nitrile foam resists oils and greases better, for example in the Laatu fitter’s glove 4131X model.
Recycling instructions:
- Glove: The Laatu winter work glove 4131X is a combination of polyester, elastane and latex 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.
