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Glove Sizing Information

Comprehensive Guide to Finding the Correct Size for Gloves

Finding the correct size can be hard, so we have created a comprehensive guide that will help you to determine what size will fit your hand.

Our glove sizing guide is specific to Australia, however we have also converted the measurements to inches, so it is relevant all over the world.

How do I find my glove size?

This guide will show you how to easily measure hands for each different type of glove.
Depending on the task at hand and the type of glove having correctly sized glove can have extraordinary benefits, helping the glove function as it was designed.

The glove technologies that require accurate glove fitting are:

Touch Screen Technology – This has advanced fabrics on the thumb and index finger tips. You’re skin must be pressing against the fabric to conduct correctly.

Anti Glove-Hand Movement – Correctly sized gloves move precisely in sync with your wrists, hands and fingers. And do not twist, bunch up, ride up or slip.

Ergonomic Comfort – During forceful work a too tight of a glove creates a painful experience as the gloves wedges and pushes inbetween the fingers.
Too loose of a glove creates a bunching and rubbing irritation on the skin where the fingers, hand and wrist bend.

Compressible Nitrile Coatings – The best grip comes with fine textures and nitrile rubbers that compress, giving you the advantage of extra strength and grip. The correctly sized glove will avoid bunching and movement of glove and you will be able to compress the gloves palm as a second skin.

Fingertip Dexterity – Making sure your fingers reach and fill the end of the gloves comfortably means that you can pick with your finger tips without any hassle.

Disposable Glove Size Table Guide

Due to the strength of nitrile and its elongation rating, disposable gloves usually have a good range of fitment between sizes.

Generally a technical user can opt for one size smaller than what’s listed in the guide for extra senstive and accurate fingertips.

Glove SizeUser’s Palm Width (mm)User’s Palm Width USA (Inches)
Extra Small65 – 72
Small72 – 802.5 – 2.8
Medium80 – 922.8 – 3.1
Large92 – 1003.1 – 3.6
Extra Large100 – 1133.6 – 3.9
XX Large113 – 1233.9 – 4.4

Non-Disposable/Reusable Glove Size Table Guide

The performance and comfort of a non-disposable glove is fairly dependant on the correct fitment, and the range for each size is determined by the manufactures choice of fabrics and its elasticity.

Glove SizeUser’s Palm Width (mm)User’s Palm Width USA (Inches)
Extra Small —
Small68 – 782.7 – 3.1
Medium78 – 903.1 – 3.5
Large90 – 993.5 – 3.9
Extra Large99 – 1093.9 – 4.3
XX Large109 – 1194.3 – 4.7

How to Measure a Hand for a Glove

Hands should be measured as shown in the diagram. Measure across the widest part of the palm but do not include the thumb for the most accurate glove sizing.

Instructions for measuring a hand to find the correct glove sizing.

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This article has been re-shared with permission from The Glove Company.

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Comprehensive Guide to Disposable Nitrile Gloves

What Are Black Nitrile Gloves?

Black Nitrile Gloves are a form of hand protection. The glove material is a compound called nitrile, which is a chemical resistant, puncture resistant material. Nitrile is basically a synthetic reprocessed version of latex. 

What Are Black Nitrile Gloves Used For?

Black nitrile disposable gloves are commonly used for trade-based jobs. Such as mechanics and technicians. The colour black also makes them perfect for tattooing hairdressing or any job that requires a sleek glove.

Black Nitrile Glove changing car oil
TGC Black Nitrile Disposable Gloves

Are Black Nitrile Gloves good for Mechanics?

Black Nitrile Disposable Gloves are the preferred disposable gloves for mechanics in Australia. Some black nitrile disposable gloves even have low sweat technology, making them perfect for mechanics and outdoor tradesmen in the Australian Summer.

Are Nitrile Gloves Food Safe?

Nitrile Gloves are food safe by Australian Food Standards. However not all gloves are HACCP Certified Food Safe, so always check with the manufacturer before using nitrile gloves with food.

HACCP Food Safety Certified Gloves

Are Nitrile Gloves BPA Free?

Nitrile Gloves are BPA free, Latex free, Phthalate free, Vinyl Free, MBT free and often powder free.

Are Nitrile Gloves Waterproof?

Yes, Nitrile gloves are waterproof.  Nitrile is derived from rubber so it is naturally waterproof.

waterproof glove showing water droplets

How Long Are Nitrile Gloves Good For?

Nitrile disposable gloves last a long time, however like any natural product they will eventually degrade. To ensure your box of nitrile gloves lasts its lifetime, make sure that you store them out of direct sunlight, and out of the heat.

What Do Nitrile Disposable Gloves Protect Against?

Nitrile disposable Gloves protect the wearers hands. The nitrile material keeps the wears hands safe from any contamination, they also stop the user from contaminating any item or surface that they are touching. Nitrile is waterproof, grease proof, oil proof and most importantly chemical resistant to a range of common chemicals and substances. Nitrile disposable gloves are also commonly used in the medical industry due to their high puncture resistance, and dexterous strength.

Are Nitrile Gloves Impermeable?

It is important to remember nothing is impermeable forever. Nitrile material does have a higher chemical resistance rate then compared to latex material. Although, some chemicals will eventually pass through, especially strong grade chemicals. However for an everyday work glove, nitrile gloves are a good choice for hand protection against common chemicals.

Are Nitrile Disposable Gloves Recyclable?

Yes, Nitrile Disposable Gloves are recyclable in Australia. They can be recycled, however they need to go in a special separate recycling bin, as opposed to your standard recycling bin. 
TerraCycle is a company that provides specialist disposable glove recycling boxes. You can buy them online, or from Australia Post, then simply fill the box with your used disposable nitrile, vinyl or latex gloves. Then you simply ship the box to the collection address, and shipping is already included in the price of the box!

Recycle symbol with nature

Are Nitrile Disposable Gloves Biodegradable?

Yes, Nitrile Disposable Gloves are biodegradable! Nitrile disposable gloves will eventually biodegrade, however they do take longer to break down then latex disposable gloves.

Is Nitrile Rubber?

Nitrile is derived from rubber trees. The rubber is processed until it turns into Nitrile Material. 

Are Nitrile Disposable Gloves Hypoallergenic?

Nitrile Disposable gloves have a lower allergy rate then latex disposable gloves. Nitrile is the superior choice when it comes to people with allergies or sensitive skin. If you suffer from sensitive skin, then read our informational guide here.

Nitrile or Latex for Mechanics Gloves?

Nitrile disposable gloves are stronger then latex disposable gloves. They are also more resistant to chemicals, have higher puncture resistance and they come in trade industry specific colours. Whereas latex gloves more commonly come in the medically associated blue and white colours. Most mechanics need a strong, dexterous, chemical resistant glove, therefore they normally always go for Black Nitrile Disposable Gloves.

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What are Nitrile Gloves?

Nitrile is a new material that is proving to be one of the strongest and cost effective glove materials on the market. Nitrile gloves has been around for a while, and it used to be a lot more expensive then traditional latex, however new research and technology has recently made Nitrile more affordable. Nitrile is a superior compound to traditional latex and vinyl gloves.

Nitrile has a much lower allergy rate then latex. In fact latex allergies and dermatitis is on the rise, its even been proved that  constantly touching and handling latex will eventually lead to you having a higher risk of developing an allergy or irritation to latex. 

Nitrile Gloves do not require powder, which means they are easier to don and less likely to cause irritation.  They also last longer and significantly stronger then latex gloves.

TGC Black Nitrile Gloves Puncture Resistant
Black Nitrile Disposable Gloves