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A. The Draper 52336 gauntlets are suitable for all common welding processes — MIG, ARC/MMA, TIG, and plasma cutting. For TIG welding, a thinner TIG glove gives better dexterity for torch control. For MIG and ARC welding, standard leather gauntlets provide the right balance of protection and grip.
A. Heavy gauntlets like the Draper 52336 provide good protection for MIG and ARC welding but reduce the dexterity needed for TIG work. For TIG welding, where torch control and filler wire feeding require fine motor feedback, a thinner TIG-specific glove is recommended. See the TIG Welding Gloves in the Welding Safety section.
A. The Draper 52336 is manufactured to EN388 and EN407 standards, which cover mechanical performance and heat resistance respectively. For professional use in a regulated environment, check that the specific EN407 contact heat rating meets your COSHH risk assessment requirements for the materials and processes in use.
A. The Draper 52336 gauntlets are a standard adult size. Most welding gauntlets use a universal sizing approach with extended cuffs that accommodate a wide range of hand sizes. The extended leather cuff provides forearm protection and additional adjustability for fit.
A. Avoid washing leather gauntlets — water damages the leather structure and reduces heat resistance. A light application of leather conditioner periodically will keep the Draper 52336 supple. Allow to dry naturally if they become damp. Replace when leather shows cracking, hardening, or when seams are compromised — damaged gauntlets do not protect.
A. Yes — the Draper 52336 leather gauntlets provide adequate cut and abrasion protection for angle grinding as well as welding. However, always ensure your grinding is covered by a separate risk assessment — grinding produces different hazards (flying fragments, cut risk) to welding (spatter, heat, UV).
A. Yes — the Draper 52336 leather gauntlets provide adequate protection for plasma cutting, which produces metal sparks and UV radiation. Combine with appropriate face protection (auto-darkening helmet at shade 5–8) and fire-retardant clothing for full plasma cutting PPE.
A. Replace the Draper 52336 gauntlets when: leather shows cracking or stiffness, burn-through holes are present, stitching has failed at the seams, or the palm area has worn thin from repeated use. Compromised gauntlets provide inadequate protection and should not be used. Given their importance as personal protective equipment, don't push gauntlets beyond their useful life.
A. MIG welding produces more heat and spatter, so MIG gauntlets are thicker with longer cuffs for arm protection. TIG welding requires fine torch control, so TIG gloves are thinner and more flexible for dexterity. Using MIG gauntlets for TIG work makes it harder to manipulate the torch and filler rod precisely.
A. Compatible with: CROSARC CAP0253 and CAP0254 (and 7 more); Clarke MIG200 and 220A (and 5 more); Draper 70052 and 70057 (and 22 more); SIP 05705 and 05732 (and 56 more)
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