Description
G-Tek Astral 16-MPT961 is a 21-gauge seamless knit engineered yarn, nylon and spandex mechanics glove with a MicroFoam nitrile coating on the palm and fingers. PIP rates it ANSI/ISEA 105 cut level A6 (3,245 grams on the TDM-100 test), abrasion level 5, puncture level 2, ANSI/ISEA 138 impact level 2, EN 388 4X41FP. Knit wrist cuff; touchscreen compatible as stated by PIP. Sizes XS (6) to 3XL (12). Sold by the dozen (12 pairs). Part numbers 16-MPT961/XS, 16-MPT961/S, 16-MPT961/M, 16-MPT961/L, 16-MPT961/XL, 16-MPT961/2XL, 16-MPT961/3XL. Ships in 1–2 business days; most orders arrive in 3–7 business days.
PIP 16-MPT961 specifications
| Item | PIP data |
|---|---|
| Part numbers | 16-MPT961/XS (XS (6)), 16-MPT961/S (S (7)), 16-MPT961/M (M (8)), 16-MPT961/L (L (9)), 16-MPT961/XL (XL (10)), 16-MPT961/2XL (2XL (11)), 16-MPT961/3XL (3XL (12)) |
| Series | Astral |
| PIP description | Seamless Knit with HPPE Blended Liner with Foam Nitrile Coating on Palm & Fingers with Astral Impact Protection |
| ANSI Cut Level | A6 |
| ANSI Cut Grams | 3245 |
| ANSI Abrasion Level | 5 (13,600 cycles) |
| ANSI Puncture Level | 2 (54 N) |
| ANSI Impact Level | 2 |
| EN 388 | 4X41FP |
| EN 407 | X1XXXX |
| Shell Material | Engineered Yarn, Nylon, Spandex |
| Gauge | 21 |
| Coating | Nitrile |
| Coating Coverage | Palm & Fingers |
| Coating Color | Black |
| Grip | MicroFoam |
| Cuff Style | Knit Wrist |
| Palm | Single |
| Lining | Engineered Yarn |
| Impact Protection | Finger, Thumb, Back of Hand |
| Construction | Coated Seamless Knit; Touchscreen Compatible; Reinforced Thumb Crotch |
| Other | reusable / launderable |
| Color | Blue |
| Sizes | XS (6), S (7), M (8), L (9), XL (10), 2XL (11), 3XL (12) |
| Packaging | Bulk Pack |
| Case pack | 72 pair |
| Country of origin | China |
Source: PIP Rich Product Data, October 2026; PIP specification sheet 16-MPT961; Nov 1 2026 PIP price list.
Ratings and standards
| Standard | Rating as published by PIP |
|---|---|
| ANSI/ISEA 105-2024 cut resistance | Level A6 (3,000–3,999 g); PIP test result 3,245 g on the TDM-100 test (ASTM F2992-15) |
| ANSI/ISEA 105-2024 abrasion resistance | Level 5 (10,000 revolutions or more, 1,000 g load); PIP test result 13,600 cycles |
| ANSI/ISEA 105-2024 puncture resistance | Level 2 (20 N or more); PIP test result 54 N |
| ANSI/ISEA 138-2019 impact resistance | Level 2 (mean transmitted force 6.5 kN or less; 2.5 kg mass, 5 J, fingers and knuckles); protected zones: finger, thumb, back of hand |
| EN 388:2016 mechanical risks | 4X41FP: abrasion 4, coup-test cut not tested (X; the TDM letter applies), tear 4, puncture 1, TDM-100 cut level F (30 N and above (3,059 g and above)), impact protection tested and passed (P). Abrasion, tear and puncture are rated 1–4, coup cut 1–5. |
| EN 407 protection against thermal risks | X1XXXX: contact heat level 1 (levels 1–4; X = not tested). |
Source: PIP Rich Product Data, October 2026; PIP, "ANSI/ISEA: Cut Resistance - 105-2024" (standards explainer, pages 1–2); PIP, "ANSI/ISEA:138-2019 Impact Resistance" (standards explainer, page 1); PIP, "EN:388-2016 Mechanical Risks" (standards explainer, pages 1–2). Ratings are as published by the manufacturer or the named standard, not a recommendation for any task.
Features
- Thin 21-gauge HPPE liner for unmatched flexibility and strength.
- Durable micro-foam nitrile palm and finger coating that excels in dry, wet or oily conditions.
- Back of the hand with Astral i2 impact defense for maximum impact protection.
- Touchscreen compatible.
- Knit wrist helps prevent dirt and debris from entering the glove.
- Extended reinforced thumb crotch extends glove life in an inherently weak area
Source: PIP Rich Product Data, October 2026, PIP feature list for style 16-MPT961, verbatim.
PIP 16-MPT961 family
| Part number | Size | Color | UPC | On our site |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16-MPT961/XS | XS (6) | Blue | 198987159214 | this page |
| 16-MPT961/S | S (7) | Blue | 198987159221 | this page |
| 16-MPT961/M | M (8) | Blue | 198987159238 | this page |
| 16-MPT961/L | L (9) | Blue | 198987159245 | this page |
| 16-MPT961/XL | XL (10) | Blue | 198987159252 | this page |
| 16-MPT961/2XL | 2XL (11) | Blue | 198987159269 | this page |
| 16-MPT961/3XL | 3XL (12) | Blue | 198987159276 | this page |
Source: PIP Rich Product Data, October 2026; Nov 1 2026 PIP price list. Each part number links to its own page.
G-Tek 16-MPT961 questions
What is the EN 388 rating of the 16-MPT961? EN 388:2016 code 4X41FP, as published by PIP: abrasion level 4 of 4, blade cut (coupe test) not tested, tear level 4 of 4, puncture level 1 of 4, ISO 13997 straight-blade cut level F of A to F, impact protection P (pass).
What is the 16-MPT961 made of? Engineered Yarn, Nylon, Spandex shell, 21-gauge, coated seamless knit; touchscreen compatible; reinforced thumb crotch, nitrile coating on palm & fingers, microfoam grip, engineered yarn lining, as PIP lists it.
What abrasion and puncture levels does PIP publish for the 16-MPT961? ANSI/ISEA 105 abrasion level 5, puncture level 2, as published by PIP.
What ANSI cut level is the 16-MPT961? ANSI/ISEA 105 A6, as published by PIP (3245 grams on the ASTM F2992-15 TDM-100 test).
What heat rating does PIP publish for the 16-MPT961? EN 407 code X1XXXX, as published by PIP: burning behaviour not tested, contact heat level 1, convective heat not tested, radiant heat not tested, small splashes of molten metal not tested, large quantities of molten metal not tested.
Is the 16-MPT961 impact rated? Yes. PIP lists it ANSI/ISEA 138-2019 level 2 (mean transmitted force 6.5 kN or less). Protected zones: finger, thumb, back of hand.
Guides: ANSI/ISEA 138 impact levels · ANSI cut levels A1 to A9 · A4 vs A5 vs A6 · how to read EN 388 · glove coatings compared · how to measure glove size · every glove by cut level and coating.
Manufacturer item number: 16-MPT961. Spec sheet: PIP specification sheet (PDF).
