Description
G-Tek CoreShield 21-1818B is an 18-gauge seamless knit nylon glove with a smooth nitrile coating on the palm and fingers. PIP rates it ANSI/ISEA 105 cut level A1, abrasion level 5, EN 388 4X21AF. Knit wrist cuff; touchscreen compatible as stated by PIP. Sizes XS (6) to 2XL (11). Sold by the pack of 10 pairs. Part numbers 21-1818B/6XS, 21-1818B/7S, 21-1818B/8M, 21-1818B/9L, 21-1818B/11XXL. Part of the CoreShield series. Ships in 1–2 business days; most orders arrive in 3–7 business days.
PIP 21-1818B specifications
| Item | PIP data |
|---|---|
| Part numbers | 21-1818B/6XS (XS (6)), 21-1818B/7S (S (7)), 21-1818B/8M (M (8)), 21-1818B/9L (L (9)), 21-1818B/11XXL (2XL (11)) |
| Series | CoreShield |
| PIP description | Seamless Knit Engineered Yarn Glove with Smooth Nitrile Coated Grip - Touchscreen |
| ANSI Cut Level | A1 |
| ANSI Abrasion Level | 5 |
| EN 388 | 4X21AF |
| Shell Material | Nylon |
| Gauge | 18 |
| Coating | Nitrile |
| Coating Coverage | Palm & Fingers |
| Coating Color | Black |
| Grip | Smooth |
| Cuff Style | Knit Wrist |
| Construction | Coated Seamless Knit; Touchscreen Compatible; Reinforced Thumb Crotch |
| Other | silicone free |
| Color | Black |
| Sizes | XS (6), S (7), M (8), L (9), 2XL (11) |
| Packaging | Bulk Pack |
| Case pack | 100 pair |
| Country of origin | China |
Source: PIP Rich Product Data, October 2026; PIP specification sheet 21-1818B; Nov 1 2026 PIP price list.
Ratings and standards
| Standard | Rating as published by PIP |
|---|---|
| ANSI/ISEA 105-2024 cut resistance | Level A1 (200–499 g) |
| ANSI/ISEA 105-2024 abrasion resistance | Level 5 (10,000 revolutions or more, 1,000 g load) |
| EN 388:2016 mechanical risks | 4X21AF: abrasion 4, coup-test cut not tested (X; the TDM letter applies), tear 2, puncture 1, TDM-100 cut level A (2–4.9 N (204–508 g)), impact test failed (F). Abrasion, tear and puncture are rated 1–4, coup cut 1–5. |
Source: PIP Rich Product Data, October 2026; PIP, "ANSI/ISEA: Cut Resistance - 105-2024" (standards explainer, pages 1–2); 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
- Seamless construction offers increased comfort and breathability
- Lightweight 18-gauge fibreglass-free liner provides soft and comfortable dexterity and tactility for handling small parts
- Smooth nitrile coatings enhance tactility for small parts handling and repel light oils and solvents from penetrating to the skin
- Touchscreen compatible, allowing users to operate a touch screen device without removing gloves
- Reinforced thumb crotch for enhanced durability in a high wear area
- The Oeko-Tex Association has evaluated and certified this product as skin safe from the second it comes into contact with the skin
Source: PIP Rich Product Data, October 2026, PIP feature list for style 21-1818B, verbatim.
PIP 21-1818B family
| Part number | Size | Color | UPC | On our site |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21-1818B/6XS | XS (6) | Black | 883940366043 | this page |
| 21-1818B/7S | S (7) | Black | 883940366050 | this page |
| 21-1818B/8M | M (8) | Black | 883940366067 | this page |
| 21-1818B/9L | L (9) | Black | 883940366074 | this page |
| 21-1818B/10XL | XL (10) | Black | 883940366081 | not stocked |
| 21-1818B/11XXL | 2XL (11) | Black | 883940366098 | this page |
Related G-Tek part numbers
| Part number | Item | ANSI cut | EN 388 | Coating / leather | Sold by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CS21-7518B | CoreShield CS21-7518B Nitrile Coated Gloves, ANSI A1 | A1 | 421A | Nitrile | Pack |
| CS21-7518B-V | CoreShield CS21-7518B-V Nitrile Coated Gloves, ANSI A1 | A1 | 421A | Nitrile | Pack |
| CS22-7518B | CoreShield CS22-7518B Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A2, Nitrile Coated | A2 | 4X42B | Nitrile | Pack |
| CS22-7518B-V | CoreShield CS22-7518B-V Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A2, Nitrile Coated | A2 | 4X42B | Nitrile | Pack |
| CS23-7518B | CoreShield CS23-7518B Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A3, Nitrile Coated | A3 | 4X42C | Nitrile | Pack |
| CS23-7518B-V | CoreShield CS23-7518B-V Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A3, Nitrile Coated | A3 | 4X42C | Nitrile | Pack |
| CS24-7518B | CoreShield CS24-7518B Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A4, Nitrile Coated | A4 | 4X42D | Nitrile | Pack |
| CS24-7518B-V | CoreShield CS24-7518B-V Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A4, Nitrile Coated | A4 | 4X42D | Nitrile | Pack |
| CS25-7518B | CoreShield CS25-7518B Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Nitrile Coated | A5 | 4X42E | Nitrile | Pack |
| CS25-7518B-V | CoreShield CS25-7518B-V Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Nitrile Coated | A5 | 4X42E | Nitrile | Pack |
| CS26-7518B | CoreShield CS26-7518B Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A6, Nitrile Coated | A6 | 4X42F | Nitrile | Pack |
| CS26-7518B-V | CoreShield CS26-7518B-V Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A6, Nitrile Coated | A6 | 4X42F | Nitrile | Pack |
Source: PIP Rich Product Data, October 2026; Nov 1 2026 PIP price list. Each part number links to its own page.
G-Tek 21-1818B questions
What is the 21-1818B made of? Nylon shell, 18-gauge, coated seamless knit; touchscreen compatible; reinforced thumb crotch, nitrile coating on palm & fingers, smooth grip, as PIP lists it.
What abrasion and puncture levels does PIP publish for the 21-1818B? ANSI/ISEA 105 abrasion level 5, as published by PIP.
What ANSI cut level is the 21-1818B? ANSI/ISEA 105 A1, as published by PIP.
What sizes does the 21-1818B come in? XS (6) to 2XL (11), as PIP lists it.
What is the coating on the 21-1818B? Nitrile on palm & fingers, smooth finish, as PIP lists it.
What does EN 388 4X21AF mean on the 21-1818B? 4X21AF: abrasion 4, coup-test cut not tested (X; the TDM letter applies), tear 2, puncture 1, TDM-100 cut level A (2–4.9 N (204–508 g)), impact test failed (F). Abrasion, tear and puncture are rated 1–4, coup cut 1–5.
Guides: glove coatings compared · ANSI cut levels A1 to A9 · how to read EN 388 · how to measure glove size · PPE category 1, 2 and 3 gloves · every glove by cut level and coating.
Manufacturer item number: 21-1818B. Spec sheet: PIP specification sheet (PDF).
