SAS Safety 66518 Raven Powder-Free Black Nitrile Disposable Gloves, 6 Mil
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Rating shown is the Amazon customer rating at the time of writing, not our own score. Specification-based assessment by Steven Eaton, WC Safety Editorial, from the published SAS Safety listing and ANSI/ISEA 105 hand-protection ratings. We have not hands-on or laboratory-tested this product.
The SAS Safety SAS Safety 66518 Raven Powder-Free Black Nitrile Disposable Gloves, 6 Mil is hand protection listed on Amazon by SAS Safety. This page summarises the published specification and sets it against the ANSI/ISEA 105 rating system used across our hand protection range.
Key details from the SAS Safety listing
- SAS Safety 66518 Raven Powder-Free Black Nitrile Disposable Gloves
- 6 Mil
Where nitrile gloves fit in your PPE program
Hand injuries are among the most common workplace injuries, and the right glove depends entirely on the hazard - cut, puncture, chemical, heat, vibration, or simple abrasion. A glove that is excellent for one is often wrong for another, so compare our latex gloves, vinyl gloves, and cut-resistant gloves against the task rather than buying one glove for everything.
What the standard requires
ANSI/ISEA 105 rates cut resistance A1 to A9, along with abrasion, puncture, and chemical-permeation performance. OSHA 1910.138 requires hand protection appropriate to the hazard rather than one specific rating, so the ANSI marks are how you document that the glove suits the job. See leather work gloves and chemical-resistant gloves for adjacent categories.
How to choose the right one
Identify the primary hazard, choose the rating that covers it, then size for dexterity. Thicker gloves protect more and feel less; coated palms add grip in wet or oily work. For chemicals, always check breakthrough time for the specific substance. Compare heat-resistant gloves, insulated electrical gloves, and material-handling gloves.
Care, inspection and replacement
Inspect for cuts, thin spots, swelling, or stiffening before each use, and replace once the shell is breached - a cut-resistant glove loses its rating the moment it is penetrated. Store cool, dry, and out of sunlight. See welding gloves and mechanics gloves for the rest of the kit.
Who this suits - and who should look elsewhere
This suits workers whose main hazard matches the glove's rating - abrasion and grip for general handling, a cut level for blades and glass, a polymer and breakthrough time for chemicals, or a temperature range for heat. It is the wrong choice if your real hazard is different in kind: vibration, electrical shock, or impact each need a purpose-built glove. Compare disposable gloves and winter work gloves when the task mixes hazards, and never substitute a general work glove for voltage-rated protection.
How we assess this product
WC Safety is an independent PPE review and research site. We do not sell, ship, or stock anything, and we have not physically tested this nitrile glove. What we do is read the published SAS Safety specification against the governing standard, flag what the listing does and does not state, and place the product in context next to the alternatives we cover. Where a number matters for compliance - a rating, a class, a temperature, a voltage - we take it from the manufacturer listing and expect you to confirm it on the live listing before you buy. The star rating on this page belongs to Amazon customers, not to us. Read more across our anti-vibration gloves and workplace PPE coverage.
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disposable gloves Β· winter work gloves Β· anti-vibration gloves Β· workplace PPE Β· safety glasses Β· safety footwear Β· hard hats Β· respiratory protection
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What to check before you buy
- Thickness in mils against the task
- Thicker gloves last longer and resist punctures; thinner gloves preserve dexterity and tactile feel. The right answer depends on the task, not on which number is bigger.
- Chemical breakthrough time
- Nitrile resists many oils, solvents and greases, but breakthrough time varies enormously by chemical. Check the manufacturer permeation data against the specific substance.
- Exam grade versus industrial grade
- Medical examination gloves are cleared by the FDA against defined performance criteria. Industrial-grade gloves are not held to the same requirements.
- Powder
- Powdered patient examination gloves were banned in the US in 2017. Powder-free is the norm for anything handled near people or food.
How it compares to other nitrile gloves we review
| Product | List price |
|---|---|
| SAS Safety 66518 Raven Powder-Free Black Nitrile Disposable Gloves, 6 Mil (this page) | $46.94 |
| SAS Safety Astro-Grip Exam-Grade Powder-Free Nitrile Disposable Gloves | $11.77 |
| SAS Safety 6609-40 Derma-Max Powder-Free Exam-Grade Nitrile Gloves, 8 Mil | $21.96 |
| SAS Safety 66551 Derma-VUE Powder-Free Exam-Grade Nitrile Gloves, 6 Mil | $19.50 |
| SAS Safety 6609-20 Derma-Lite Powder-Free Exam-Grade Nitrile Gloves, 5 Mil | $25.92 |
List prices recorded when this page was last updated; Amazon pricing moves frequently, so check the live listing. Browse the full nitrile gloves range, or see all jobsite equipment.
Frequently asked questions
Is nitrile better than latex?
For allergy risk, yes - nitrile contains no natural rubber latex proteins. Latex remains more elastic and gives slightly better tactile feel, which is why some users still prefer it where allergy is not a concern.
What thickness do I need?
Light tasks and frequent changes suit thinner gloves. Longer wear, rougher handling and higher puncture risk call for thicker ones. Thickness is usually stated in mils at the palm or the finger.
Do nitrile gloves protect against all chemicals?
No. Nitrile handles many oils, fuels and some solvents well, but there is no single glove material that resists everything. Always check breakthrough data for the actual chemical.
Are powdered gloves still available?
The FDA banned powdered patient examination gloves, powdered surgeons gloves and absorbable glove powder in the US in 2017. Powder-free is standard.
Can disposable gloves be reused?
They are designed for single use. Reuse risks contamination transfer and unseen degradation from whatever the glove was exposed to the first time.
Where do the specifications on this page come from?
They are taken from the manufacturer's published listing. WC Safety does not laboratory-test products, and nothing is claimed here that the manufacturer does not state.
Does WC Safety sell this product?
No. WC Safety is an independent review site and an Amazon Associate. Purchases happen on Amazon, and we earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
How was the rating on this page determined?
The score shown is the live Amazon customer rating captured at the time of review. It reflects buyer feedback, not a WC Safety test result.
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