Electrical High Voltage Gloves

Electrical & high-voltage gloves

Rubber insulating gloves are the first line of defence for electrical workers — from service technicians on 500V circuits up to linespeople working live on 36kV networks. Unlike most PPE, they require scheduled retest intervals, proper storage, and pairing with an outer leather protector. Used correctly, they're one of the most reliable categories of safety equipment in industrial use.

Voltage classes (IEC 60903)

• Class 00 — up to 500V AC. General electrical service and maintenance.
• Class 0 — up to 1000V AC. Industrial switchboards, LV distribution.
• Class 1 — up to 7500V AC. Distribution network work.
• Class 2 — up to 17000V AC. Medium-voltage overhead and substation work.
• Class 3 — up to 26500V AC. High-voltage network work.
• Class 4 — up to 36000V AC. Specialist high-voltage applications.

Leather protector gloves

Rubber insulating gloves must always be worn with a leather protector glove over the top. The leather shields the rubber from abrasion and puncture, which would otherwise compromise the insulation. Never work live without the protector — a pinhole in the rubber is invisible and catastrophic.

Pre-use inspection

Every shift, inspect for cuts, tears, punctures, ozone cracking, or any surface damage. Inflate with the air test (roll the cuff to trap air, then check for leaks by compressing) before donning. Any damage, rejection — no exceptions.

Dielectric retest schedule

Electrical gloves must be dielectric-tested on a schedule prescribed by your regulator — typically every 6 months in service, or before first use after storage of more than 12 months. In Australia, the test interval aligns with AS/NZS 2225 and the requirements of your state's electrical safety authority. Keep test certificates with the gloves.

Storage

Store flat in a sealed, opaque bag or box, out of direct sunlight, ozone sources, and extreme heat. Sunlight and ozone accelerate rubber degradation. Rolling or folding the gloves for storage is acceptable; creasing is not.

Standards & compliance

All electrical gloves in this range are certified to IEC 60903 and tested to the current Australian requirements. Each pair ships with a certificate of compliance and dielectric test results. Retest intervals and the date of last test are marked on every glove.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use Class 2 gloves for Class 0 work?

Yes — higher-class gloves are rated for lower voltages too. Practically, many crews default to Class 2 for LV work if they also handle MV occasionally, since switching glove pairs mid-task introduces risk.

How do I test gloves before each use?

The air-test (roll-up leak test) catches gross damage. Dielectric testing is not something that can be done on-site — it requires a high-voltage test station and is performed by an accredited lab on the prescribed schedule.

What's the shelf life of unused electrical gloves?

Typically 24 months from the manufacturing date if stored correctly. After 12 months unused, retest before first use. Check the inner cuff for the manufacture date.

Do you offer trade pricing or retest services?

Yes — trade accounts get 5% off RRP, and we can coordinate retest and certification through partner labs. Apply for a trade account →