Cut-resistant gloves

Cut-Resistant Gloves A4 to A9

Higher cut ratings for higher-risk work. Every glove here is rated ANSI A4 or above, up to A9, in knit, coated, leather and impact styles, so you can handle sharp sheet, stamped parts and fresh-cut stock with more confidence.

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A4-A9Cut range
S-2XLSizes

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Buying guide

Getting the most from a high cut level

A high rating only helps if the glove fits the work. These are the tradeoffs to think about.

Level vs feel

Each step up in cut level usually adds some thickness. Pick the lowest level that covers your hazard so you keep as much feel as possible.

Coated or leather

Coated knits are light and grippy. Leather palms like goatskin add durability and a better feel for tools.

Impact backs

TPR pads on the back of the hand protect knuckles and fingers from pinch points and dropped parts.

Winter versions

Some styles add a thermal liner so you keep your cut rating on cold jobsites.

Reference

Where A4 to A9 fits

General guidance only. Your site's hazard assessment sets the requirement.

LevelGrams to cutTypical work
A4-A51,500 to 2,999 gSheet metal, HVAC, glass and general fabrication
A6-A73,000 to 4,999 gStamping, metal recycling, sharp-edged parts
A8-A95,000 g and upHeavy sheet, sharp blades, the highest cut risk

Good to know

How the cut test works

ANSI/ISEA 105 cut levels come from a lab test where a straight blade is drawn across the glove material under increasing weight. The rating reflects the grams of force it takes to cut through.

It's a slicing test. Punctures from needles or wire and cuts from serrated blades are separate hazards and may need other protection.

A higher number means more force to cut through.

FAQ

High cut level questions

Is A9 always the right pick?

Not necessarily. Higher levels tend to be thicker and cost more. If an A5 or A6 covers your hazard, you'll often get better dexterity from it.

Do high cut gloves protect against punctures?

Cut ratings don't measure puncture resistance. If punctures are a risk, check the listing for a separate puncture rating.

Are there winter gloves with high cut levels?

Yes. Some styles add a thermal or terry liner and keep an A4 to A7 rating.

What does 18G mean on a cut glove?

It's the knit gauge. A higher number means a finer, thinner knit that's more flexible. Lower numbers like 13G are thicker.

Matching a cut level to a specific job?

Tell us the job and we'll point you to the right gear. Real answers from people who know welding PPE.