To choose a nitrile glove size, start with the chart for the specific reference. The letter L is not a universal measurement across brands and models. Gathering the right measurements and checking fit avoids ordering a box based solely on the size you wear in another glove.
Check which measurement the manufacturer uses
Some guides use hand circumference, while others use width or other dimensions. In its size guide, Ansell explains how to measure around the palm at its widest point. This illustrates the information a chart may request; its size equivalents must not automatically be applied to the Extreme gloves in SIC's catalogue.
For a printed template, follow the manufacturer's scale. If the reference uses a digital tool, follow that tool's instructions. Keep the measurement and unit so our team can compare them against the correct documentation.
Check the fit with a suitable sample
Ansell's glove size finder recommends trying the suggested size because hand shape affects the result. With a sample, check finger movement, comfort when making a fist and any loose material that gets in the way. If fit is uncertain, ask for the size or model to be reviewed before reordering.
Size and protection are separate decisions
A well-fitting glove is not thereby validated for every task. Explain the intended use and request the product documentation when protective performance is required. Black colouring and nitrile material do not replace that check or prove resistance to a specific chemical.
Count gloves, not boxes or pairs
A box advertised as 100 units contains 100 gloves, not 100 pairs. Using one on each hand gives 50 pairs arithmetically. When planning quantities, list people, individual sizes and expected replacements according to the use instructions. Do not extend a disposable glove's use to make consumption fit an estimate.
| Detail to send | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Reference or model used | Find the corresponding size chart. |
| Hand measurement and unit | Interpret the figure without confusing centimetres and millimetres. |
| Intended use | Check task requirements before selecting. |
| People, sizes and units | Plan quantities without confusing pairs and gloves. |
What the catalogue reference includes
At SIC Refinish, enquire about Extreme black nitrile gloves, size L, in a box of 100. The page states disposable, powder-free gloves with microtextured fingers. To confirm sizing or ask about another size, contact our team. Explore industrial and workshop consumables to complete your selection.