MCR Safety 92752 CutPro A5 Polyurethane-Coated Gloves

For X-Small-handed workers in precision electronics assembly, pharmaceutical production, semiconductor handling, and fine-motor inspection operations who require ANSI/ISEA 105 Level A5 cut resistance without sacrificing dexterity, the MCR Safety 92752-XS CutPro A5 Polyurethane-Coated Gloves in X-Small (SKU: 92752-XS) provide a properly patterned A5-rated solution for workers whose hand circumferences fall in the 6–7 inch range. The 13-gauge HyperMax HPPE shell and clear polyurethane palm coating deliver cut resistance and precision grip in the smallest standard size in the CutPro series, ensuring that even the smallest-handed workers in precision manufacturing environments receive the same protection level as the broader workforce.

Key Features

• ANSI/ISEA 105 Level A5 cut resistance — minimum 2,200g cut force for precision assembly environments
• 13-gauge HyperMax HPPE knit shell — fine-mesh construction for maximum dexterity at the smallest size
• Clear polyurethane palm coating — precision grip on smooth and flat component surfaces
• Touchscreen-compatible fingertips — capacitive fiber for uninterrupted device and scanner operation
• Size: X-Small — fits hand circumference approximately 6–7 inches
• Lightweight, form-fitting construction for precision work without glove bulk
• Series: CutPro (92752)
• Brand: MCR Safety, ISO 9001-certified
• Compliance: ANSI/ISEA 105 Level A5

Detailed Description

X-Small is the least commonly stocked size in industrial cut-resistant glove programs, yet the absence of X-Small inventory creates a compliance gap that disproportionately affects specific workforce demographics: female workers with smaller-than-average hands, and operations in Southeast Asian manufacturing markets where workforce hand size distributions skew significantly smaller than North American averages. The 92752-XS addresses this gap by providing a genuinely X-Small-patterned glove — not a stretched Small — with the full A5 performance profile and the fine-gauge construction that X-Small hands require for effective dexterity in precision tasks.

The engineering challenge of an X-Small A5 cut-resistant glove is maintaining the fiber tension required for consistent A5 protection across a narrower palm width and shorter finger barrel dimensions without the knit construction becoming too tight for comfortable wear. The 13-gauge HyperMax HPPE specification for the X-Small size uses a tension calibration that maintains A5 protection across the hand surface while allowing the range of motion required for precision assembly tasks. This balance is harder to achieve at X-Small than at larger sizes because the geometric tolerances are tighter — small variations in fiber placement have larger proportional effects at smaller scales.

For electronics and semiconductor manufacturing operations, X-Small is the critical size for workforce populations where hand sizes are concentrated below the range covered by standard Small gloves. Operations in electronics assembly that source from Southeast Asian or Latin American labor markets often find that their standard Small-through-Large size distributions leave a significant portion of the workforce fitting poorly or wearing the wrong size entirely. Adding X-Small to the size distribution matrix improves fit across the full workforce, which directly improves both cut protection effectiveness (properly fitted gloves have no protection gaps at the palm heel and finger margins) and worker compliance (workers wear gloves that fit correctly rather than removing uncomfortable oversized alternatives).

The clear PU coating on the 92752-XS provides precision grip on the flat, smooth surfaces typical of electronics and pharmaceutical assembly tasks — PCBs, IC chips, medical device housings, and similar components. The coating thickness at X-Small is calibrated to the proportionally smaller palm surface, providing consistent grip coverage without excess material at the fingertips that would reduce tactile sensitivity. For X-Small-handed workers who perform visual and tactile inspection as part of their quality function, the fine gauge and calibrated coating thickness of the 92752-XS supports the highest level of tactile feedback available in an A5-rated coated glove.

Applications and Use Cases

• Electronics and semiconductor assembly for small-handed workers requiring A5-rated cut protection
• Pharmaceutical and medical device production with small component handling
• Precision optics assembly and handling where dexterity and tactile sensitivity are critical
• Quality inspection requiring fine tactile feedback with cut-resistant protection
• Food processing packaging operations for smaller-handed workers
• Manufacturing operations in Southeast Asian or Latin American markets with smaller workforce hand sizes
• Dental and veterinary laboratory applications requiring fine motor cut-resistant protection

Specifications

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Frequently Asked Questions

What hand circumference does the 92752-XS fit?

The 92752-XS fits X-Small hands with a circumference of approximately 6 to 7 inches. It is knit to an X-Small-specific tension pattern — not a stretched Small — to maintain A5 protection consistency and comfortable fit for the smallest hand sizes.

Why should X-Small be included in industrial cut-resistant glove stocking programs?

Omitting X-Small forces X-Small-handed workers to wear Small gloves that are too large, creating protection gaps, reducing dexterity, and increasing non-compliance. For operations with significant female workforce representation or smaller-average-hand demographics, X-Small stocking is a protection and compliance requirement.

Does the 92752-XS provide the same A5 cut resistance as larger sizes?

Yes. The 92752-XS meets ANSI/ISEA 105 Level A5 requirements using a tension calibration specific to the X-Small size. The A5 rating is tested and certified for this size specifically.

Is the 92752-XS appropriate for semiconductor cleanroom-adjacent operations?

The fine 13-gauge knit and clean PU coating make it suitable for cleanroom-adjacent operations. For ISO Class 5 and above environments, verify glove fiber and coating specifications meet your cleanroom contamination control requirements.

What percentage of a workforce typically needs X-Small gloves?

In North American workforces, X-Small typically represents 3–8% of total requirement. In operations with high female concentration or international workforces, X-Small demand can reach 10–15%. Track actual consumption and adjust reorder quantities accordingly.