Description
PIP 997KBC is a cotton mechanics glove. PIP rates it puncture level 3, ANSI/ISEA 138 impact level 2, EN 388 2132XP. Slip-on cuff. Sizes S (7) to 3XL (12). Sold by the dozen (12 pairs). Part numbers 997KBC/S, 997KBC/M, 997KBC/L, 997KBC/XL, 997KBC/2XL, 997KBC/3XL. Ships in 1–2 business days; most orders arrive in 3–7 business days.
PIP 997KBC specifications
| Item | PIP data |
|---|---|
| Part numbers | 997KBC/S (S (7)), 997KBC/M (M (8)), 997KBC/L (L (9)), 997KBC/XL (XL (10)), 997KBC/2XL (2XL (11)), 997KBC/3XL (3XL (12)) |
| PIP description | Top Grain Leather Drivers Glove with Split Cowhide Back, Kevlar Stitching and Hi-Vis Impact TPR - Cotton Liner |
| ANSI Puncture Level | 3 (60 N) |
| ANSI Impact Level | 2 |
| EN 388 | 2132XP |
| Shell Material | Cotton |
| Leather Type | Top Grain Cowhide |
| Cuff Style | Slip-on |
| Thumb Style | Keystone |
| Impact Protection | Finger, Thumb, Back of Hand |
| Construction | Cut-and-Sewn |
| Other | chromium VI free |
| Color | Natural |
| Sizes | S (7), M (8), L (9), XL (10), 2XL (11), 3XL (12) |
| Packaging | Pair Bagged Retail Ready |
| Case pack | 72 each |
| Country of origin | Pakistan |
| Care | Do Not Wash |
Source: PIP Rich Product Data, October 2026; PIP specification sheet 997KBC; Nov 1 2026 PIP price list.
Ratings and standards
| Standard | Rating as published by PIP |
|---|---|
| ANSI/ISEA 105-2024 puncture resistance | Level 3 (60 N or more); PIP test result 60 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 | 2132XP: abrasion 2, coup-test cut 1, tear 3, puncture 2, TDM-100 cut not tested, impact protection tested and passed (P). 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, "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
- Top Grain leather palm is smooth, provides durability and dexterity
- Split Cowhide leather back provides comfort, durability, excellent abrasion resistance, and breathability
- Split Cowhide leather back makes this glove more economical then full top grain construction
- Drivers gloves feature slip-on styling to provide good fit and comfort
- 100% Cotton lining provides heat insulation
- Hi-Vis Thermo Plastic Rubber (TPR) molded finger and back of hand guards offer ANSI Level 2 impact protection
- Stitched with Kevlar adding strength and burn resistance
- Keystone thumb is ergonomic, reduces hand fatigue, offers superior dexterity and durability
- Meets the content requirements for Chromium VI free leather
- Elastic closure sewn inside glove for safety and comfort
Source: PIP Rich Product Data, October 2026, PIP feature list for style 997KBC, verbatim.
PIP 997KBC family
| Part number | Size | Color | UPC | On our site |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 997KBC/S | S (7) | Natural | 662909078124 | this page |
| 997KBC/M | M (8) | Natural | 662909078131 | this page |
| 997KBC/L | L (9) | Natural | 662909078148 | this page |
| 997KBC/XL | XL (10) | Natural | 662909078155 | this page |
| 997KBC/2XL | 2XL (11) | Natural | 662909078162 | this page |
| 997KBC/3XL | 3XL (12) | Natural | 662909078179 | this page |
Source: PIP Rich Product Data, October 2026; Nov 1 2026 PIP price list. Each part number links to its own page.
PIP 997KBC questions
What is the EN 388 rating of the 997KBC? EN 388:2016 code 2132XP, as published by PIP: abrasion level 2 of 4, blade cut (coupe test) level 1 of 5, tear level 3 of 4, puncture level 2 of 4, ISO 13997 straight-blade cut not tested, impact protection P (pass).
What is the 997KBC made of? Cotton shell, cut-and-sewn, as PIP lists it.
What abrasion and puncture levels does PIP publish for the 997KBC? ANSI/ISEA 105 puncture level 3, as published by PIP.
Can the 997KBC be washed? PIP lists this style as Do Not Wash.
What sizes does the 997KBC come in? S (7) to 3XL (12), as PIP lists it.
Is the 997KBC 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 · how to read EN 388 · glove coatings compared · how to measure glove size · cowhide vs goatskin vs pigskin vs deerskin · every glove by cut level and coating.
Manufacturer item number: 997KBC. Spec sheet: PIP specification sheet (PDF).
