MCR Safety PD6952-M Predator A7 Hi-Vis Impact Gloves — Medium

The MCR Safety PD6952-M Predator A7 Hi-Vis Impact Gloves in Medium deliver the full Predator performance specification — ANSI/ISEA 105 A7 cut resistance and ANSI/ISEA 138 dorsal impact protection — in a Medium size designed for smaller hand profiles commonly found across industrial, utility, and manufacturing workforces. The hi-vis bi-polymer shell over a HyperMax HPPE liner ensures workers with medium-sized hands have access to the same dual-protection standard available in larger sizes, without the restriction and reduced tactile feedback that comes with an oversized fit. The PD6952-M is the right choice when a precise, comfortable Medium fit is as important as the A7 cut protection and impact rating.

Key Features

• ANSI/ISEA 105 A7 cut resistance — maximum protection for the highest-hazard sharp material environments
• ANSI/ISEA 138-rated dorsal TPR impact protection across knuckles and metacarpals
• Hi-vis bi-polymer shell for worker visibility in industrial and outdoor worksites
• HyperMax HPPE liner for lightweight, soft, A7-rated cut protection at the fiber level
• Textured bi-polymer grip for wet, dry, and oily surface handling
• Hook-and-loop wrist closure for secure fit and debris exclusion
• Reinforced thumb crotch and fingertip zones for extended wear life
• Machine washable — suitable for fleet PPE maintenance programs
• True Medium sizing to ensure proper dexterity and protection geometry

Detailed Description

Fit is not a secondary consideration in cut-resistant glove selection — it is a safety-critical factor. A glove that is too large for the wearer's hand leaves excess material at the fingertips that reduces tactile feedback, impairs grip precision, and can catch on tooling or machinery. For workers with medium-sized hands, the PD6952-M provides a true Medium fit with accurately proportioned finger channels, palm width, and cuff geometry that ensures the A7 cut protection and impact overlay are positioned exactly where they need to be.

The HyperMax HPPE liner is the structural source of the A7 cut rating. High-Performance Polyethylene fibers at the ultra-high molecular weight grade resist blade contact through a combination of fiber hardness, yarn structure, and knit geometry. The result is a liner that provides maximum cut protection with minimal fiber weight, preserving the natural movement of the hand. Workers in medium sizing often work in precision-oriented tasks — assembly, instrumentation maintenance, precision fabrication — where dexterity matters as much as protection level. The HPPE liner delivers both.

The bi-polymer coating on the palm and fingers of the PD6952-M provides grip performance across wet, dry, and moderately oiled surfaces. The textured surface pattern on the bi-polymer is designed to channel liquid away from contact points, maintaining friction even when surfaces are wet. In medium sizing, the coating is applied in proportion to the hand size to avoid pooling or excess material at the fingertips that could reduce sensitivity.

The molded TPR dorsal overlay spans the knuckle and upper metacarpal region. For medium-sized hands, the overlay geometry is scaled to the hand size to ensure the protection covers the intended anatomical zones rather than extending over finger joints where it could restrict movement. The TPR material maintains flexibility in cold environments and does not become brittle, which is important for medium-sized workers in construction and outdoor utility applications who encounter temperature variation across their shifts.

The hook-and-loop wrist closure on the PD6952-M allows adjustment across a range of wrist circumferences, accommodating the natural variation within the medium hand size category. The closure keeps the glove seated on the hand through repetitive grip-and-release motions and prevents fine particulate matter from entering the glove at the cuff, which is particularly relevant in grinding, machining, and foundry environments.

Applications and Use Cases

• Precision Metal Assembly: Small-parts assembly, fastener installation, and component fitting where A7 cut protection is needed without sacrificing the dexterity a medium-fitting glove preserves.
• Instrumentation and Controls Maintenance: Facility maintenance on process instrumentation, control panels, and electrical components where sharp metal enclosures and wiring present cut hazards.
• Light Structural Work: Erection and assembly tasks where medium-sized workers handle structural steel components, angle iron, and threaded rod.
• Quality Inspection: Inspectors handling cut-hazard materials where a properly fitted glove preserves the tactile feedback needed for inspection accuracy.
• Utility Line Work: Line crew members with medium hands working with wire, cable hardware, and metal fittings where cut and impact hazards co-exist.
• General Industrial Maintenance: Maintenance technicians across industries who handle a variety of cut and impact hazards as part of routine equipment servicing.
• Oil Field Services: Service company personnel performing well completions, coiled tubing, and intervention work where hand protection must meet oilfield cut and impact standards.

Specifications

Related Products

• Browse All Cut-Resistant Gloves — ANSI A2 through A9 rated gloves for every application and hazard level
• Shop Work Gloves — general purpose and specialty industrial gloves in all sizes
• MCR Safety Collection — complete MCR Safety PPE product range
• PD6952-L — Large — Predator A7 impact glove in Large
• PD6952-S — Small — Predator A7 impact glove in Small
• PD6952-XL — X-Large — Predator A7 impact glove in X-Large

Frequently Asked Questions

What hand size is a Medium in the MCR Safety PD6952 series?

Medium in the PD6952 series is designed for hand circumferences of approximately 8 to 9 inches measured around the widest part of the palm. Workers at the upper end of that range who prefer a looser fit should consider the Large. Accurate sizing improves both protection coverage and dexterity.

Does fit affect the cut protection performance of the PD6952-M?

Yes. A glove that is too large leaves the protective liner displaced from the exact location of contact, which can reduce the effective cut resistance at the point of hazard contact. A properly fitted Medium ensures the A7-rated HyperMax liner is correctly positioned across the palm, fingers, and thumb where cut hazards are most likely to occur.

Is the impact protection overlay on the PD6952-M scaled for medium-sized hands?

Yes. MCR Safety sizes the TPR dorsal overlay proportionally across the size range. In the Medium version, the overlay covers the knuckle and metacarpal zones of a medium-sized hand without extending over the proximal finger joints in a way that would restrict flexion. Proper sizing ensures the impact protection geometry aligns with the worker's anatomy.

Can the PD6952-M be worn by female workers?

Yes. Medium and Small sizes in the PD6952 series are frequently the most appropriate fits for female workers in industrial roles. The PD6952-M's true Medium proportions mean it is not an undersized Large, but a properly dimensioned glove that works well for the range of hand sizes it covers regardless of the worker's gender.

How should the PD6952-M be stored between uses?

Store the PD6952-M in a cool, dry location away from direct UV exposure, solvents, and sharp objects when not in use. Avoid folding or compressing the dorsal TPR overlay for extended periods, as sustained compression can affect the overlay's geometry. Hanging or laying flat are preferred storage orientations.

What is the difference between ANSI/ISEA 138 Level 1 and Level 2 impact protection?

ANSI/ISEA 138 defines two levels of impact performance based on the transmitted force measured through the glove overlay in testing. Level 1 allows up to 6.0 kN of transmitted force at each test location on average, while Level 2 allows a maximum of 4.0 kN. Higher-hazard impact environments typically specify Level 2. Confirm the specific rating of the PD6952-M at the point of purchase or with MCR Safety directly.

Are the PD6952 gloves available in other protection levels besides A7?

The Predator PD6952 series is specifically designed around the A7 cut level and ANSI/ISEA 138 impact rating. MCR Safety offers other glove series across the full range of ANSI cut levels from A1 through A9. Browse the WC Safety cut-resistant gloves collection to find the appropriate level for your specific hazard assessment.