Meditrade NextGen Nitrile Examination Gloves, blue, 100 pcs., sizes XS–XXL, 1283X

Some applications require more than the basic protection typically offered by nitrile gloves, for example where, in addition to protection against contamination, the penetration of blood-borne pathogens must also be reliably prevented. Meditrade Nitrile NextGen examination gloves are the most extensively tested nitrile variant in the Meditrade range available from us and, with six sizes from XS to XXL, also cover the widest size range in the nitrile family. Powder-free, latex-free and available in blue, each pack containing 100 gloves.

Latex-free and tested against blood-borne pathogens

According to the manufacturer, the NextGen is produced without natural rubber latex and is therefore suitable for organisations that consistently rely on latex-free personal protective equipment. In addition to the standard series EN 455 and EN 374, which are standard for nitrile gloves, they are also tested in accordance with ASTM F 1671 for the penetration of blood-borne pathogens, supplemented by EN 16523 for chemical permeation and DIN EN 374-5 for protection against microorganisms. This additional testing distinguishes the NextGen from the simpler nitrile variants in the range.

Uniform thickness from the cuff to the fingertips

According to the data sheet, the thickness at the palm is 0.07 mm (± 0.02 mm), at the fingertips 0.10 mm (± 0.02 mm) and on the shaft also 0.07 mm (± 0.02 mm), ensuring that the cuff area remains mechanically robust, rather than being thinner as is the case with some other nitrile gloves. The median tear strength is at least 6.0 N both before and after artificial ageing, tested with an AQL value of 1.5.

ASTM F 1671: what the additional test entails

ASTM F 1671 tests whether a glove material can withstand the penetration of a bacteriophage, used as a model organism for blood-borne pathogens, under defined pressure. For workplaces with an increased risk of exposure, such as in emergency care or during invasive procedures, such an additional test indicates a higher level of protection than that offered by a nitrile glove which has only undergone the basic standards EN 455 and EN 374. Combined with the permeation test in accordance with EN 16523, NextGen thus covers both the microbiological and chemical aspects of the barrier performance.

Six sizes from XS to XXL

With its XXL size, the NextGen is the only product in the Meditrade nitrile range listed here that also accommodates particularly large hands. The width ranges from 75 mm (± 5 mm) for XS, through 95 mm (± 10 mm) for M, to at least 115 mm for XXL; the length is at least 240 mm for all sizes.

Distinction within the nitrile range

We stock the NextGen alongside several nitrile gloves in different colours from the same Meditrade range. Whilst the Meditrade Nitril 3000 in white, the Meditrade Nitril Black in black and the Meditrade Nitril Viola in purple all share the same basic formulation with a thickness of 0.07/0.10/0.05 mm, the NextGen is the only variant to have undergone additional ASTM F-1671 testing against blood-borne pathogens and the only nitrile glove in the range available in size XXL. Those who also require a longer cuff for forearm protection will find this in the Meditrade Nitril X-Long, with a cuff length of 290 mm.

Use, storage, shelf life and disposal

According to the data sheet, the shelf life is 3 or 5 years, provided the gloves are stored in a cool, dry place and protected from direct sunlight. The gloves are non-sterile, ambidextrous and intended for single use only. According to the data sheet, they contain dithiocarbamates, which should not be used by anyone with a known hypersensitivity to these substances. After use, the gloves are disposed of as clinical waste or via the organisation’s internal hazardous waste disposal system, depending on the level of contamination.

Typical applications

The additional testing for blood-borne pathogens and the wide range of sizes make the NextGen an obvious choice for:

• Examination and care activities with increased requirements for barrier protection against pathogens
• Organisations that operate strictly latex-free whilst needing to cater for large hand sizes up to XXL
• Laboratory work involving contact with chemicals for which EN 16523 is documented as the permeation test
• Food processing, for which the glove is suitable according to the data sheet
• Teams with widely varying hand sizes who wish to maintain a single order list for all staff

For example, in an outpatient clinic or laboratory with a changing workforce, the same type of glove can be stocked for almost every hand size without having to switch to a different product range for particularly large hands.

Assessing requirements correctly: from the pack to the carton

NextGen is sold in packs of 100 per size. According to the manufacturer, one carton holds 10 packs, i.e. 1,000 gloves, with a pallet containing 72 cartons (carton dimensions 295 x 260 x 250 mm). A simple rough calculation helps with demand planning: at a consumption rate of 10 gloves per workstation per day, one pack covers around two working weeks; at 30 gloves per day, it lasts for three to four working days. Where there are several workstations with different hand sizes, including XXL, it is advisable to stock each size separately, as experience shows that demand for XXL is lower, but if stock runs out, it is more difficult to reorder at short notice than the more common medium sizes. Setting a fixed minimum stock level for each size in your own stock management system helps to ensure that even sizes ordered less frequently, such as XS or XXL, are reordered in good time.

Frequently asked questions about Nitrile NextGen

What distinguishes NextGen from other nitrile gloves in the range?
It is additionally tested in accordance with ASTM F 1671 for resistance to the penetration of blood-borne pathogens and is the only variant also available in size XXL.

Is the NextGen latex-free?
Yes, according to the manufacturer, it is produced without natural rubber latex.

How thick is the glove?
The thickness is 0.07 mm on the palm and back of the hand, and 0.10 mm at the fingertips, with a tolerance of ± 0.02 mm in each case.

Is the glove sterile?
No, according to the data sheet, the NextGen is a non-sterile, single-use glove.

What sizes are available?
XS, S, M, L, XL and XXL, each with its own width specification as per the data sheet.

Can I order individual gloves instead of the whole pack?
No, the smallest order unit is a pack of 100 gloves per size.

What does the additional ASTM F-1671 test mean in practice?
It demonstrates that, in laboratory tests, the glove material withstands the penetration of a model organism for blood-borne pathogens under pressure, in addition to the basic standards EN 455 and EN 374.

Technical details

Scope of delivery

• 1 pack = 100 Meditrade Nitrile NextGen examination gloves (size as per variant selection)

Individual requirements and procurement service

Do you require a different size, a different colour from the Meditrade nitrile range, or larger purchase quantities for your business? Our procurement service will be happy to assist you in making the right choice.