Heat Resistant Gloves for Industrial Use 500 Degree
EN 407 tested aramid, aluminised and multilayer gloves for 500°C contact heat in foundries, steel plants, forging, glass and heat-treatment furnaces. Supplied across India by Sure Safety.
Burns from hot moulds, ladles, billets and furnace doors are a constant risk in hot industries. Ordinary leather or cotton gloves char and conduct heat within seconds. Heat resistant gloves for industrial use rated for 500 degree contact heat use specialised fibres and layered construction to delay heat transfer long enough for safe handling. Sure Safety supplies certified heat gloves under the Saviour brand and leading international brands.
EN 407 Heat Ratings Explained
Heat gloves are tested under EN 407, which shows six digits under a flame pictogram. Each digit is a performance level (1–4, where 4 is best):
| Digit | Property | Level 4 means |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Burning behaviour | Afterflame ≤ 2 s |
| 2 | Contact heat | 500°C for at least 15 s |
| 3 | Convective heat | Highest delay of heat transfer from flame |
| 4 | Radiant heat | Highest resistance to radiant heat |
| 5 | Small splashes of molten metal | 35+ drops before 40°C rise |
| 6 | Large quantities of molten metal | Highest molten metal resistance |
A glove marketed for "500 degree" use should show contact heat level 4 (second digit). The rating means the inner surface takes at least 15 seconds to rise by 10°C when touching a 500°C surface — it is protection for short handling, not continuous contact.
Types of 500°C Heat Resistant Gloves
Aramid knit with silicone dots
Flexible, good grip, suited to handling hot parts in glass and moulding.
Multilayer aramid + felt
Thicker insulation for longer handling of hot components.
Aluminised gloves
Reflect radiant heat near furnaces and molten metal.
Leather with heat lining
Economical for intermittent hot work and welding.
Gloves are available in five-finger and two-finger (mitten) designs, in lengths from 25 cm to 45 cm to protect the forearm.
Applications
- Foundries and die-casting — handling moulds and castings.
- Steel melt shops, rolling mills and forging.
- Glass manufacturing and bottle plants.
- Heat-treatment furnaces, ovens and kilns.
- Plastic injection and rubber moulding.
- Cement and refractory maintenance.
For full-body protection near molten metal, pair gloves with aluminised proximity suits. See our steel industry safety solutions and heat stress guide.
How to Choose the Right Heat Glove
- Measure the surface temperature and how long hands are in contact.
- Check the type of heat: contact, radiant, convective or molten splash.
- Balance dexterity: thicker gloves protect longer but reduce grip.
- Add cut protection if handling sharp castings — aramid gives both.
- Choose length to cover exposed forearms.
Use and Care
- Keep gloves dry — moisture conducts heat and can cause steam burns.
- Do not use gloves contaminated with oil or grease near flames.
- Replace gloves with holes, thinning or hardened areas.
- Use tongs and handling tools wherever possible.
Why Buy Heat Resistant Gloves from Sure Safety?
Sure Safety (India) Limited is a Vadodara-based manufacturer and supplier of industrial safety equipment under the Saviour brand, alongside trusted international brands such as 3M, Honeywell, Ansell and BATA. We supply heat resistant gloves to foundries, steel plants, glass units and forging shops across India, with documentation that stands up to customer audits and statutory inspections.
- Certified products: test certificates and technical data sheets supplied with every order.
- Technical selection support: our safety engineers recommend the right specification for your hazard, not just the cheapest option.
- Bulk and rate-contract pricing: direct manufacturer rates for factories, contractors and annual contracts.
- One vendor for complete PPE: combine this order with gloves, footwear, helmets, eye protection and fire safety items for consolidated delivery.
- Training and audits: PPE audits, safety training and industrial hygiene consulting from the same team.
Share your quantity, size or specification and delivery location, and we will respond with a quotation and recommended options. Explore our complete range on the safety equipment suppliers in India page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I hold a 500°C object continuously with these gloves?
No. The rating covers short contact (about 15 seconds before a 10°C rise inside). Use tools for longer handling.
Are heat resistant gloves also cut resistant?
Aramid gloves provide both heat and cut resistance. Check the EN 388 marking for the cut level.
Which glove is best for radiant heat near furnaces?
Aluminised gloves reflect radiant heat and are preferred near furnaces and molten metal.
Do you supply heat gloves in bulk?
Yes, we supply foundries, steel and glass plants across India with bulk and rate-contract pricing.
Protect Hands from 500°C Heat
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