AV1160 Anti-Vibration Gloves for Handheld Power Tools
AV1160 anti-vibration work gloves combine a lightweight 10-gauge cotton-and-nylon shell with a patented, pre-cured synthetic-rubber palm. The tacky individual-pod pattern supports grip while dampening vibration across the 25 Hz to 1,000 Hz range identified by the manufacturer.
The AV1160 meets the EN ISO 10819 anti-vibration standard and carries an EN 388:2016+A1:2018 rating of 3242X. Anti-vibration gloves can reduce some vibration transmitted through the palm, but they do not eliminate exposure or replace an employer's hand-arm vibration assessment and control program.
Quick Buying Details
Key Features
- Patented anti-vibration palm design
- Tacky individual-pod grip pattern
- 25 Hz to 1,000 Hz vibration range
- Breathable 10-gauge knit shell
- Lightweight, flexible construction
- Secure elasticated knit wrist
Common Uses
- Demolition work
- Drilling and boring
- Vehicle assembly
- Metal fabrication
- Civil engineering
- Mining and energy operations
How to Select Anti-Vibration Gloves
Start with the tool manufacturer's vibration information and the employer's hand-arm vibration exposure assessment. Choose a size that keeps the pre-cured palm and individual pods correctly positioned without bunching or restricting movement. The AV1160 is offered on this ASA listing in 9/L and 10/XL.
The EN 388 rating of 3242X reports abrasion, Coup-test cut, tear, and puncture performance under that standard; it does not establish chemical, electrical, heat, impact, or chainsaw protection. Select additional task-specific protection whenever those hazards are present.
Hand-Arm Vibration Safety Note
Gloves are one part of a vibration-control program, not a substitute for lower-vibration tools, proper tool maintenance, exposure limits, work-rest scheduling, training, and health monitoring. No glove removes all vibration, and OSHA does not certify individual gloves as “OSHA compliant.”
California Proposition 65: The manufacturer warns of cancer risk from exposure to chloroprene. See P65Warnings.ca.gov.
FAQ - AV1160 Anti-Vibration Work Gloves
What are anti-vibration gloves designed to do?
The AV1160 uses a patented pre-cured synthetic-rubber palm with a tacky individual-pod pattern to dampen some vibration and support tool grip. It does not eliminate vibration exposure.
Which tools are commonly used with vibration-dampening gloves?
Manufacturer-listed applications include demolition, drilling and boring, vehicle assembly, metal fabrication, civil engineering, mining, and energy operations. The employer should still assess the actual tool, exposure duration, and work conditions.
What sizes are available on this listing?
The current ASA product options are 9/L, manufacturer part number AV1160-9(L), and 10/XL, manufacturer part number AV1160-10(XL). Choose a close fit that keeps the palm pods properly positioned without restricting hand movement.
Does the AV1160 meet an anti-vibration standard?
Yes. Global Glove states that the AV1160 meets EN ISO 10819 and lists certification to EN 10819:2013+A1:2019+A2:2021.
Are anti-vibration gloves OSHA certified?
No. OSHA does not certify individual glove products as “OSHA compliant.” Employers must assess workplace hazards and select suitable hand protection as part of the applicable safety program.
Do these gloves provide cut or impact protection?
The manufacturer lists EN 388:2016+A1:2018 3242X. This is not an ANSI impact rating and does not establish chemical, electrical, heat, or chainsaw protection.
Can anti-vibration gloves be used for chainsaw work?
Do not treat anti-vibration padding as chainsaw-cut protection. Chainsaw work requires task-specific PPE selected for the equipment, exposure, and applicable employer safety procedures.
