The Technical Vault
By SOSCleanroom
ANSI Cut A2
18-Gauge Liner
Dyneema® Diamond
PU Palm Coating
D3 Pinky Knitting
Fiberglass Free
HyFlex 11-518: lightweight cut protection, tactile control, and hand-contoured fit
The Ansell HyFlex® 11-518 combines
Dyneema® Diamond Technology, D3 Pinky Knitting, a
polyurethane palm coating, and an 18-gauge nylon/spandex
liner incorporating the cut-resistant fiber technology.
Its intended balance is A2 / EN ISO B cut protection
with high dexterity and near-barehand handling control.
This Technical Vault covers construction, mechanical standards,
material and grip performance, sizing, application selection,
inspection, storage, and use limitations. Manufacturer
specifications are distinguished from practical site-selection
guidance and manufacturing-date differences.
Operations takeaway:
Select the 11-518 when fine control is important and its
protection profile meets the actual task. Fit, coating
condition, edge geometry, applied force, and replacement
criteria remain important even when the glove carries
the required cut classification.
Core product data
- Manufacturer: Ansell
- Brand / model: HyFlex® 11-518
- Product type: Ultralight cut-resistant precision-handling glove
- Protection profile: Cut resistance, abrasion resistance, general mechanical puncture resistance, grip, and tactile control
- Featured technologies: Dyneema® Diamond Technology and D3 Pinky Knitting
- Material distinction: Fiberglass-free construction
- Primary industries: Automotive, machinery and equipment, and infrastructure maintenance
Construction and materials
- Construction: Seamless knitted liner
- Gauge: 18
- Liner materials: Nylon, spandex, and Dyneema® Diamond Technology
- Liner color: Blue
- Coating: Polyurethane
- Coating coverage: Palm coated
- Coating color: Blue
- Cuff: Knitwrist
- Fiberglass-free: Yes
- Latex-free designation: Yes
- Silicone-free designation: No
- Antistatic: No
Material scope:
The manufacturer identifies the fiber system but does not
publish quantitative blend percentages in the reviewed product
sheet. Fiberglass-free construction does not mean particle-free,
and latex-free does not establish universal freedom from
irritation or allergy.
Dimensions, sizing, and packaging
- Length: 210–265 mm / 8.27–10.43 inches
- Available numeric sizes: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
- Manufacturer packaging: 12 pairs per bag; 12 bags per carton
- Case quantity: 144 pairs
- SOSCleanroom configuration: One case of the selected numeric size
Receiving check:
Confirm model, numeric size, quantity, package condition,
product markings, and manufacturing-date documentation.
Do not infer the EN version from purchase date alone.
Ansell glove sizing guide
Use the manufacturer hand-placement chart as a starting point,
then confirm fit in the actual 11-518 glove. A resized image
on a screen is not a measuring template.
Open the printable Ansell glove sizing chart
- Print at the intended scale without automatic page fitting.
- Place the right hand palm down with fingers together and align it to the drawing's blue reference line.
- Read the colored line at the hand's outer edge, then check fingertip fit, comfortable flexion, and cuff security in a sample glove.
| 11-518 numeric size |
Reference printed on the chart |
| 6 | 15.2 cm |
| 7 | 17.8 cm |
| 8 | 20.3 cm |
| 9 | 22.9 cm |
| 10 | 25.4 cm |
| 11 | 27.9 cm |
Fit note:
The general chart includes size 12, but the 11-518 is listed
in sizes 6–11. Printed chart references are not finished
glove dimensions. Order by numeric size rather than assuming
letter-size labels are identical across different models.
Performance standards and compliance
- ANSI/ISEA 105-2024: Cut A2; abrasion 3; puncture 3, as published in the linked Product Data Sheet
- EN ISO cut classification: B
- CE PPE category: II
- REACH: Compliant, as listed by Ansell
- Dermatological assessment: Listed by Ansell; not a cleanroom or sterility certification
Manufacturing-date distinction:
The product sheet shows 3X31B. The EU declaration identifies
the following production periods:
| Documented production |
EN 388 marking |
General glove standard |
| October 1, 2024–September 7, 2026 |
3X31B |
EN ISO 21420:2020 |
| From September 8, 2026 |
3X42B |
EN ISO 21420:2020+A1:2024 |
Both declarations cite EN 388:2016+A1:2018. Earlier production
is covered separately in the linked declaration. Confirm the
supplied version before writing acceptance criteria.
EN 388 code breakdown
| Performance area |
3X31B |
3X42B |
| Abrasion resistance | 3 | 3 |
| Circular-blade cut test | X | X |
| Tear resistance | 3 | 4 |
| Mechanical puncture resistance | 1 | 2 |
| ISO 13997 cut classification | B | B |
Interpretation:
X is not a zero score; use the ISO cut letter as the reference
cut result. Neither marking includes an impact-protection P.
Mechanical results concern the tested palm construction,
not automatically the differently constructed back or cuff.
ANSI rating interpretation
| Published ANSI rating |
Practical interpretation |
| Cut A2 |
Light-duty cut classification for qualifying component handling, assembly, inspection, and fastening tasks. |
| Abrasion 3 |
Standardized abrasion performance; not a guaranteed service life or proof of suitability for every abrasive surface. |
| Puncture 3 |
General mechanical puncture classification, not protection against hypodermic needles or ultra-fine sharps. |
Selection principle:
Cut, abrasion, and puncture performance address different
hazards. An EN revision cannot be converted into an
unpublished ANSI result.
Material, grip, and dexterity performance profile
| Component |
Technical role |
Handling benefit |
| Dyneema® Diamond Technology |
Cut-resistant fiber technology |
A2 / EN ISO B performance in a lightweight liner |
| 18-gauge nylon/spandex construction |
Fine-gauge support and stretch |
Flexibility and tactile feedback |
| Polyurethane palm coating |
Coated contact surface |
Component grip and abrasion resistance |
| D3 Pinky Knitting |
Hand-contoured knit geometry |
Improved alignment, fit, and wearability |
| Fiberglass-free design |
Cut-resistant construction without fiberglass |
Alternative for specifications excluding fiberglass reinforcement |
Wear-life comparison:
Ansell reports over 60% longer PU coating wear life against
similar competitive gloves in December 2025 laboratory tests.
The reviewed sheet does not identify every comparator or
guarantee a fixed field replacement interval. Application
conditions can produce different results.
Recommended use environments
| Application area |
Selection consideration |
| Press injection molding |
Tactile handling of suitable components; assess heat, sharp edges, and machine hazards separately. |
| Picking and fastening |
Thin construction supports small-part control and finger movement. |
| Incoming goods |
Confirm that package edges, abrasion, and puncture exposure match the ratings. |
| Final assembly and inspection |
High tactility supports positioning and checking components. |
| Applying finish to materials or products |
Assess chemical exposure and silicone restrictions before approving the handling process. |
The application categories come from manufacturer literature.
The selection considerations are practical site-review guidance,
not additional protection certifications.
Suitable for
- Qualifying press injection-molding component handling
- Picking and fastening components
- Handling incoming goods
- Final assembly
- Assembly and inspection of components
- Compatible finishing and surface-handling operations
- Automotive production
- Machinery and equipment handling
- Infrastructure maintenance requiring the documented protection level
- Precision handling where tactility and dexterity are priorities
Not recommended for
- Chemical immersion or work requiring chemical breakthrough protection
- Liquidproof barrier protection
- High heat, open flame, molten-metal splash, or thermal protection
- Moving blades, powered cutting tools, or entanglement hazards
- Needles, hypodermic sharps, or ultra-fine puncture hazards
- Electrical insulation or applications requiring antistatic PPE
- Cut hazards requiring higher protection than A2 / EN ISO B
- Abrasion exposure requiring a more durable approved glove
- Painting or finishing that specifically requires silicone-free gloves
- Sterile or cleanroom processes requiring separately documented glove qualifications
Selection guidance
The 11-518 is a selection candidate when thin-glove control
matters as much as light-duty cut protection. Compare it
against the complete job requirement, not cut level alone.
| Choose 11-518 when you need |
Consider another glove when you need |
| A2 / EN ISO B cut resistance with high dexterity |
Higher cut protection for more severe sharp-edge exposure |
| Thin construction for small-part control |
Impact, thermal, or heavier-duty abrasion protection |
| PU palm grip and tactile feedback |
Oil-repellent, fully coated, or chemically protective construction |
| Fiberglass-free cut-resistant lining |
Silicone-free, antistatic, sterile, or cleanroom-specific qualification |
Inspection before use
- Inspect the PU palm for cracking, peeling, cuts, punctures, worn-through areas, and reduced grip.
- Check fingertips, the thumb crotch, and other contact zones for coating separation or abrasion damage.
- Check the thin liner for holes, broken yarns, excessive stretching, and contamination.
- Confirm that the knitwrist cuff remains secure and intact.
- Do not use gloves carrying unknown chemicals or contamination incompatible with the approved task.
- Replace gloves when integrity, grip, fit, or tactile control is compromised.
Inspection limitation:
Visible damage can be detected, but remaining cut resistance
cannot be certified by appearance. The intentionally uncoated
back should not be confused with coating wear.
Storage and handling notes
- Store dry, at room temperature, in the original packaging.
- Protect from direct sunlight, ozone, excessive heat, sharp objects, and incompatible chemicals.
- Avoid crushing or contaminating the coated palm during storage.
- Keep the interior clean and use clean, dry hands when donning.
- Follow site procedures for reuse, inspection, laundering, and disposal.
Washing:
Ansell lists three cycles at 40°C. Its laundering guidance
addresses unused gloves under prescribed conditions; it does
not guarantee unchanged protection after workplace wear.
Follow package care markings and reassess used gloves.
Cleanroom and controlled-environment note
HyFlex 11-518 is an industrial safety glove. The reviewed
manufacturer documents do not establish sterility,
cleanroom processing, or quantitative particle and
extractables limits for this model.
For controlled environments, assess particulate and fiber
release, extractables, packaging, laundering, coating condition,
silicone restrictions, static requirements, and gowning
procedures. Dermatological testing and fiberglass-free
construction are not substitutes for process qualification.
Technical FAQs
What is the cut level of HyFlex 11-518?
The manufacturer publishes ANSI Cut A2 and EN ISO cut
level B. Confirm the complete EN marking using the
supplied product's manufacturing-date declaration.
What makes the glove highly dexterous?
Its 18-gauge seamless liner, thin PU palm coating, and
D3 Pinky Knitting support a lightweight,
hand-contoured fit.
What provides the cut resistance?
Dyneema® Diamond Technology is incorporated into the
liner with nylon and spandex.
Is the glove fiberglass-free?
Yes. Ansell identifies the 11-518 as fiberglass-free.
Is the glove latex-free?
Yes, according to the manufacturer's product details.
That designation does not guarantee freedom from every
possible material sensitivity.
Is it silicone-free or antistatic?
No. Ansell lists both attributes as No. Do not transfer
those claims from a different HyFlex model.
Critical use limitations
HyFlex 11-518 is intended for qualifying cut-resistant
precision handling, not chemical immersion, electrical
insulation, thermal or flame exposure, molten metal, moving
blades, needle protection, or antistatic-controlled work.
Its coating is not a full liquid barrier.
Final selection should account for edge sharpness,
contact force, abrasion, puncture geometry, required grip,
contamination, silicone restrictions, fit, dexterity, and
replacement frequency. Use separately qualified gloves when
any required protection exceeds the documented product scope.
Manufacturer documentation and technical references
Documentation rule:
Manufacturer specifications and the markings on the supplied
gloves govern product qualification. Site-selection guidance
is not an additional certification or a guarantee of
suitability for every application.
If you have any questions please email us at Sales@SOSsupply.com
or give us a call at (214) 340-8574.
For product selection and manufacturer documentation assistance,
contact the SOSCleanroom team.
Technical insight:
The 11-518 prioritizes dexterity and tactility with A2 cut
protection. Select another qualified glove when the work
requires higher cut resistance, heavier abrasion performance,
oil repellency, thermal protection, antistatic behavior,
silicone-free construction, or cleanroom-specific processing.
Last updated: October 16, 2026
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