EN 388: 2016 PROTECTIVE GLOVES AGAINST MECHANICAL RISKS (2) Number of Cycles Abrasion Resistance: Samples are cut from the palm of the glove and rubbed against a 180 grit abrasive paper using a “Martindale” type abrasion machine. The number of cycles for the samples to hole is measured. Tear Resistance: Samples are taken from the palm of a glove and are torn apart using a standard tensile test machine. The score is based off the Newtons of force required to tear the sample apart. Cut Index Newtons of Force Level Level Level Cut Resistance (Coup Test): Samples are taken from the palm of a glove and the number of cycles to cut through the full thickness of the test sample by a circular rotating blade, with 5 Newtons of pressure, is recorded. Blade sharpness will vary and is assessed by using the cut test machine to cut through a standard reference fabric. This test is known as the ‘Coup Test’. The cut resistance of the glove is based on a relative index that compares the number of cycles to cut through the glove when compared with the standard fabric. 260
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