Ansell HyFlex® 11-819 ESD Gloves Precision ESD Protection

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Ansell HyFlex® 11-819 ESD Nitrile Foam Coated Gloves — Premium 18-Gauge Precision Handling with EN 16350:2014 ESD Control + Touchscreen Compatibility

EN 16350:2014 EN 388: 3121A FORTIX™ Foam Nitrile 18-Gauge Dexterity Touchscreen Compatible OEKO-TEX® + Dermatest®

Ansell is the world’s leading manufacturer of industrial hand protection. The HyFlex® platform is Ansell’s premier precision-handling glove family, built for environments where dexterity, durability, and process consistency directly affect productivity and product quality. HyFlex ESD models are designed to meet defined electrostatic requirements rather than relying on generic “anti-static” claims.

Product overview

HyFlex® 11-819 ESD is a premium industrial glove for electronics handling, inspection, assembly, and station work where electrostatic control and precision handling both matter. It pairs an ultra-light 18-gauge nylon/spandex/carbon liner with a FORTIX™ foam nitrile palm coating for reliable grip and long wear life while maintaining near bare-hand tactility.

Why it’s worth it: FORTIX™ Abrasion Resistance is engineered to deliver 2x more grip and up to 20% more durability versus comparable constructions—helping reduce glove changes, handling errors, and total cost of use.

Why ESD-certified gloves matter

ESD damage can be immediate or latent: parts may pass today and fail later, driving costly rework and reliability issues.
Hands are a primary charge interface: gloves that are not engineered for ESD can generate or hold charge.
Consistency protects process stability: standardized ESD glove specs reduce shift-to-shift variability and substitution risk.
Touch matters: high dexterity reduces workarounds (removing gloves, pinching with fingertips, rushing) that elevate risk.

Note: As part of an earthing/grounding chain, this glove is also used in certain explosion hazard zone (ATEX) workflows when required by the site program.

Standards & certifications

ESD	EN 16350:2014
Mechanical protection	EN 388: 3121A
Skin friendliness	OEKO-TEX® certified • Dermatest® dermatologically tested

Premium ESD Gloves vs. Commodity “ESD” Gloves

Performance area	HyFlex® 11-819 ESD	Typical commodity gloves
ESD control	Designed for EN 16350 performance expectations	May be labeled “anti-static” without certification traceability
Dexterity	18-gauge precision handling for fine work	Coarser knits reduce tactile control
Grip + wear life	FORTIX™ foam nitrile engineered for 2x grip and durability gains	Basic coatings wear faster; higher glove consumption
Workflow efficiency	Touchscreen compatible to reduce doffing and station interruptions	Often requires glove removal; slows stations
True cost of use	Higher unit cost; lower variability and fewer changes	Lower unit cost; higher replacement rates and inconsistency

Where HyFlex® 11-819 ESD fits within Ansell

Ansell tier	Design intent	Best-fit use
HyFlex® 11-819 ESD	Premier precision + ESD process control	Electronics handling, inspection, QA stations, precision assembly
HyFlex® (non-ESD models)	Precision handling without ESD requirement	Mechanical assembly and inspection where ESD is not a driver
EDGE® Series	Cost-optimized protection	General manufacturing and material handling

Decision tip: Choose 11-819 ESD when electrostatic risk and precision directly affect yield, rework, or reliability—not when you’re optimizing only for unit price.

Key features & benefits

ESD control: EN 16350:2014 performance expectations for ESD-sensitive environments.
Grip + durability: FORTIX™ technology targets 2x more grip and up to 20% more durability to reduce glove changes.
Precision handling: 18-gauge liner for tactile sensitivity and fine motor control.
Comfort: ZONZ™ Comfort Fit knitwork helps reduce strain in stress-prone areas.
Digital workflow support: Touchscreen-compatible for scanners, tablets, and work-instruction terminals.

What’s included

Quantity options: Pair, 12 Pairs (Bag), 144 Pairs (Case)
Packaging: 12 pairs/bag • 12 bags/carton
Sizes: 6–11

Documentation

Manufacturer Product Data Sheet (PDS): Open PDS / Print (If this link does not open, the PDF path on your server needs to be updated.)

The Technical Vault By SOSCleanroom

ESD Risk EPA Discipline ANSI/ESD S20.20 IEC 61340-5-1 ESD TR53 HyFlex 11-819

ESD control is a chain — gloves are one of the highest-impact links

Many ESD events are caused by ordinary actions: reaching, lifting, sliding, or peeling protective films. In a controlled environment, the goal is not to eliminate motion—it is to manage charge generation and provide a safe path to ground within an ESD Protected Area (EPA). That is why program standards such as ANSI/ESD S20.20 and IEC 61340-5-1 emphasize system thinking: garments, flooring, grounding, worksurfaces, and procedures work together.

ESD gloves like Ansell HyFlex® 11-819 ESD are designed for a practical reality: you still need dexterity and grip to do quality work. If a glove makes the job harder, operators will bypass it. The 11-819’s 18-gauge liner and thin foam nitrile coating are built around high tactility, touchscreen use, and repeatable handling.

What EN 16350 means (practically)

EN 16350:2014 is commonly used for PPE in environments where electrostatic hazards need to be controlled. In practical terms, it is a signal that the glove is intended to contribute to electrostatic charge dissipation rather than behave like an insulator. For production teams, this matters because the glove becomes part of the operator’s interaction with product and tooling.

Important program reminder

An ESD glove supports the program—it does not replace the program. The most reliable EPAs pair ESD gloves with grounded worksurfaces, verified wrist straps (where required), and routine testing/verification practices aligned to ESD TR53.

How to deploy 11-819 successfully across a site

Standardize sizing: keep the full size run (6–11) available to avoid “wrong-size workarounds” that reduce control.
Define where it fits: inspection, electronics assembly, device interaction, and logistics handling where ESD-sensitive materials are present.
Train the behavior: gloves support ESD control only when operators avoid unapproved tape, wipes, and residues that can change surface behavior.
Protect repeatability: keep approved cleaners for ESD surfaces so benches stay consistent from shift to shift.

Recommended pairings (verification + surface control)

Wrist strap testing (daily confidence): MP-6533 Wrist Strap Tester Probe
Ground correctness (don’t assume): GT-4872 Ground Circuit Tester
Bench ESD standardization: Ultimat Static Dissipative Work Surface (Standard, Bulk Roll) or Precut Mat
Keep ESD surfaces stable (cleaning discipline): Ohm-Shield MC-4400 Dissipative Mat Cleaner

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