What are the best electrical gloves to wear when working on 277-volt lights?

Answer by  MartynasGalinis (78)

The gloves need to be made of either natural rubber or a synthetic rubber compound. Latex is also a choice, however it is not as durable as rubber.

Answer by  Jamie0108 (61)

I would choose either rubber or synthetic rubber since rubber blocks the electrical flow, but I rubber does not tend to be as durable so buy many pairs.

Answer by  Stardancer (295)

The gloves need to be made of either natural rubber or a synthetic rubber compound. Latex is also a choice, however it is not as durable as rubber. The construction of the gloves must be a minimum thickness of .05 mm. This is lowest level of protection allowable and provides protection for up to 500 volts.

Answer by  DavidS (1517)

The best gloves are hot work gloves that are actually rated for the voltage you are working it. They consist of an insulator pair and a pair of leather gloves.