What kind of material should TIG welding gloves be made of to meet the needs of high temperature resistance and splash resistance?

TIG welding gloves, as personal protective equipment designed for argon arc welding operations, the material selection is crucial and directly related to the safety and work efficiency of welders. Cow split leather is a more common choice. Cow split leather has been specially treated and has excellent heat insulation and wear resistance. It can effectively block high-temperature sparks and molten metal splashes during welding, protecting the skin of the hands from damage. At the same time, cow split leather is relatively soft, provides good operating flexibility and feel, and is suitable for long-term wear. Compared with cow split leather, cow top leather is thicker and more durable, with higher strength and better tear resistance. It not only meets the basic needs of high temperature resistance and splash resistance, but also improves the wearer's comfort experience due to its natural texture and better breathability. Cow top leather gloves are often used in welding operations with extremely high protection requirements.
These two types of leather also have high temperature resistance and certain splash resistance capabilities, but they are softer and more breathable, suitable for welders who pursue higher flexibility and comfort. However, compared with cowhide, sheepskin may be slightly less wear-resistant and durable, and is more suitable for short-term or low-intensity welding operations.
Whether it is cowhide or sheepskin, before making TIG welding gloves, they will undergo special high-temperature treatment to enhance the leather's high-temperature resistance and ensure that they can maintain good shape and protection in extremely high temperature environments. Some high-end TIG welding gloves will also add flame retardant additives to the leather to further improve its flame retardancy, which can effectively slow down the burning speed even when directly in contact with the fire source, giving welders precious escape time. In order to enhance the anti-splash ability, some gloves will apply an anti-splash coating on the surface, which can effectively rebound or absorb splashes and reduce the risk of hand injuries.
In order to provide better insulation, some TIG welding gloves adopt a multi-layer structure design, with the inner layer being a sweat-absorbing and breathable material, the middle layer being an insulation layer, and the outer layer being a high-temperature resistant and anti-splash leather. The combination of the three ensures both protection and comfort. Considering that the fingers are the most common part of contact with splashes during welding, many gloves are thickened or treated with special materials on the fingers to enhance the protection of this area. In order to improve operational flexibility, gloves are designed with elastic materials or cutouts at the palms and finger joints to ensure that welders can remain comfortable when performing delicate operations.
With the advancement of technology and the increase in welders' personalized needs, more and more customized TIG welding gloves have appeared on the market, such as gloves designed for specific welding processes (such as thin plate welding) or gloves specially treated for specific working environments (such as humid and oily environments) to meet a wider range of needs.