Difference between revisions of "Latex Gloves"
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Note that acetone will break the gloves down a bit. This also applies to nitrile gloves. | Note that acetone will break the gloves down a bit. This also applies to nitrile gloves. | ||
Acetone tends to break down plastics, generally. It simply makes them more prone to tearing | Acetone tends to break down plastics, generally. It simply makes them more prone to tearing | ||
| − | when acetone is used. Gloves can be doubled up. | + | when acetone is used. Gloves can be doubled up. Acetone is not toxic, so this is generally |
| + | not an issue. Resin does not damage the gloves. | ||
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===Nitrile Gloves vs. Latex=== | ===Nitrile Gloves vs. Latex=== | ||
Performance of nitrile gloves vs. latex is roughly equal. Either can be used. There isn't | Performance of nitrile gloves vs. latex is roughly equal. Either can be used. There isn't | ||
Revision as of 08:11, 5 September 2023
Powdered, natural latex. Medical-style gloves for sensitivity and comfort. Will not dissolve in resin or acetone. 5 mm. thickness.
Sold in 6 Pair or Box of 100
Sizes - Large
Tips & Techniques
Acetone Weakens Gloves
Note that acetone will break the gloves down a bit. This also applies to nitrile gloves. Acetone tends to break down plastics, generally. It simply makes them more prone to tearing when acetone is used. Gloves can be doubled up. Acetone is not toxic, so this is generally not an issue. Resin does not damage the gloves.
Nitrile Gloves vs. Latex
Performance of nitrile gloves vs. latex is roughly equal. Either can be used. There isn't really any significant advantage of one over the other for working with polyester resin.
