Moldex 6940 Glide Uncorded Foam Earplugs — Twist-In NRR 30, 100 Pairs

Moldex Glide — NRR 30 dB Twist-In Foam Earplug, Standard & Camo, No Roll-Down Required

The Moldex Glide is a NRR 30 dB disposable foam earplug that uses a twist-in insertion method — no rolling, no compressing, no waiting for expansion — making it one of only two Moldex foam earplug designs that eliminate the hygiene concern of manipulating compressed foam with dirty or contaminated hands. Available in standard and camouflage versions: 6940 uncorded, 6945 corded, 6941 camo uncorded, and 6946 camo corded. When NRR 33 is required with a no-roll-down design, see the Moldex Pura-Fit (NRR 33). For NRR 30 with roll-down ultra-soft foam, see the Moldex Mellows.

Key Features

• Twist-in insertion — no foam compression required: The Glide is inserted with a twisting motion into the ear canal — similar to a corkscrew or bolt action — without first compressing the foam between the fingers. This eliminates the hygiene concern inherent to roll-down foam plugs: contaminated fingers compressing foam that then contacts the ear canal directly. The Glide and Pura-Fit are the only two Moldex foam earplug designs that address this contamination pathway
• NRR 30 for moderate-to-heavy industrial environments: At NRR 30 (11.5 dB effective attenuation after OSHA derating), Glide provides OSHA-compliant hearing protection for environments up to approximately 101.5 dBA TWA — covering the majority of manufacturing, construction, and processing environments without the full occlusion of NRR 33
• Standard and camo variants for program flexibility: Available in standard teal-green (6940/6945) and camouflage print (6941/6946) — both at NRR 30 with the same twist-in mechanism. The camo variants appeal to outdoor, military-adjacent, and field programs; the standard color aids visual compliance monitoring in plant environments
• Latex-free and PVC-free: Clean material formulation without latex, PVC, or common sensitizers
• PlugStation corded dispenser (6883): Wall-mount dispenser providing 150 corded pairs for area-entry hearing protection programs requiring a corded twist-in foam format

Glide vs. Similar NRR 30 Earplugs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the NRR of Moldex Glide?

NRR 30 dB. Effective attenuation: (30 – 7) × 0.5 = 11.5 dB (OSHA 50% derating). Adequate for environments up to ~101.5 dBA TWA.

What makes Glide different from other foam earplugs?

Twist-in insertion — no foam rolling or compression required. The user grasps the outer end and twists the plug into the canal, eliminating the contamination concern of compressing foam with dirty fingers. The Glide and Pura-Fit are the only Moldex foam earplug designs that avoid foam compression by the worker.

How do I insert Moldex Glide correctly?

Grasp the outer end of the Glide. Pull the outer ear up and back with the opposite hand. Insert with a slow, continuous twisting motion until the foam is seated in the ear canal. No compression step required. Hold briefly until the foam seats firmly.

What is the difference between 6940, 6945, 6941, and 6946?

6940 — uncorded standard. 6945 — corded standard. 6941 — uncorded camo. 6946 — corded camo. All NRR 30 with identical twist-in design.

When should I use Glide vs. Mellows?

Both are NRR 30. Mellows use ultra-soft roll-down foam — best when maximum softness is the priority and roll-down insertion is acceptable. Glide uses twist-in insertion — best when no-compression insertion is needed due to dirty environments or worker dexterity concerns.

Are Moldex Glide earplugs latex-free?

Yes — latex-free and PVC-free. Appropriate for latex-sensitive workers and standard industrial programs.

Where can I buy Moldex Glide in bulk?

WC Safety stocks 6940 uncorded (100 pairs), 6945 corded (100 pairs), 6941 camo uncorded (100 pairs), 6946 camo corded (100 pairs), jars 6686/6687 (50 pairs each), and PlugStation 6883 corded dispenser (150 pairs). Browse the Moldex Earplugs collection at WC Safety →