The Sofamel SGM-50 T10 is a Class 0 composite insulating glove for live working up to 1,000 V AC, combining electrical, mechanical and arc flash protection in one glove, with no separate overglove required. Tested to IEC 60903 and IEC 61482-1-2. Available in sizes 9 and 10.
Sofamel SGM-50 Insulated Composite Gloves, Class 0
The Sofamel SGM-50 T10 is a Class 0 composite insulating glove rated for live working up to 1,000 V AC. It is built on a natural latex base with an outer layer of polychloroprene, which gives the glove its mechanical strength and grip. The practical upshot: one glove does three jobs. Electrical insulation, mechanical protection, and arc flash protection, with no separate leather overglove needed.
That matters in a switchroom. Dropping the overglove means better dexterity for racking, switching and test work, and one less item to inspect, store and keep in test. The glove is tested for resistance to cutting, abrasion, tearing, puncture and very low temperatures, conditioned for 24 hours at -40 °C.
Specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | Sofamel SGM-50 T10 (also available as T9) |
| Class | Class 0 to IEC 60903 |
| Maximum working voltage | 1,000 V AC |
| Proof test voltage | 5,000 V AC |
| Arc flash protection | Tested to IEC 61482-1-2 |
| Length | 360 mm |
| Categories | R, C (acid, ozone and oil resistance, plus very low temperature resistance) |
| Sizes | 9 and 10 |
| Construction | Natural latex base with polychloroprene outer layer |
Where These Gloves Earn Their Keep
- LV switching, racking and proving dead in switchrooms and substations
- Data-centre and pharmaceutical plant electrical maintenance, where arc flash incident energy drives PPE selection
- Tasks where a separate overglove would cost too much dexterity
- Cold-store and outdoor work, thanks to the Category C low-temperature rating
As with all insulating gloves, periodic re-testing applies. A glove tester makes pre-use checks straightforward. If arc flash is the driver on your site, our arc flash information hub explains how incident energy maps to PPE, and the wider arc flash protection range covers clothing, face protection and switching suits.
FAQs
Do the Sofamel SGM-50 gloves need a leather overglove?
No. The SGM-50 is a composite glove with a polychloroprene outer layer that provides mechanical protection against cutting, abrasion, tearing and puncture. It is designed to be worn on its own, which improves dexterity compared with a standard insulating glove plus overglove combination.
What voltage can I work at with Class 0 gloves?
Class 0 gloves to IEC 60903 are rated for a maximum working voltage of 1,000 V AC, with a proof test voltage of 5,000 V AC. For higher voltages you need a higher class, Class 1 covers up to 7,500 V AC working voltage. Always match the glove class to the system voltage and your safe system of work.
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