Idea for Those Who Hate Putting Arm All the Way in Tank

[Tired]

Full-length gloves are definitely a good idea, and those are clever to have thought of, but they look pretty flimsy. I have a pair of thicker rubber gloves that I believe are for use in chemistry? They're durable enough that I feel confident grabbing rocks with them. I'd worry these would tear doing that. Though they probably have much more sensation in them than my gloves, so thinking about it, maybe I should snag a set for fine detail work that doesn't involve sharp edges.

 

[dbaulch83]

These are perfect for me

JOR Aquarium Gloves, Extra-long Gloves for Cleaning, DIY Freshwater and Saltwater Aquarium Maintenance, Red Color, 1 Pair https://a.co/d/4ugT6cj

I use these too. Winner

 

[BillFish Coral Lover]

For what it’s worth, I bought these.

 

[-XENOMORPH-]

I don't often put myself in my tank....but when I do.....

 

[justdeb1107]

Full-length gloves are definitely a good idea, and those are clever to have thought of, but they look pretty flimsy. I have a pair of thicker rubber gloves that I believe are for use in chemistry? They're durable enough that I feel confident grabbing rocks with them. I'd worry these would tear doing that. Though they probably have much more sensation in them than my gloves, so thinking about it, maybe I should snag a set for fine detail work that doesn't involve sharp edges.

People recommend putting the short latex gloves over the bottoms of these. The ones I posted work fine for tank cleaning and light duty, but eventually they will leak a little.

 

[justdeb1107]

I am petite so the normal gloves are all too large for my hands. Maybe the vet gloves will protect me from my clownfish barracuda?

I wouldn't bet on it! hahaha

 

[tbaum101]

Look, idk if I’m the only one who loathes putting my entire arm up to the armpit in my tank to clean it, place corals, etc., but I can’t stand it. Not to mention, might be putting oils in it, soap, even sunscreen. So I thought about how my veterinarian checks my horses for pregnancy, and ordered these arm-length plastic gloves to use in my tank. They work perfectly and are $12. Winning!

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You're bringing back some fairly traumatic .memories from my childhood. My uncle was a large animal vet. Mainly Equine and Bovine. I went with him on a call when I was around 10. I'll never EVER forget him lubing that glove up after he put it on and used it. It's BURNED into my brain.it was the 80's and we weren't exactly exposed to the things kids are now. Lol. I actually brought it up recently when I saw him.

 

[BeanAnimal]

I've used the disposable vinyl vet gloves for many years but haven't found any that don't leak in the finger area even if I don't touch any live rock. I also add a nitrile glove on top that is thicker than normal (made for chemotherapy usage).


These nitrile gloves give me lots of dexterity and don't puncture at all when handling rock. It's the best combination I've found. I even get multiple uses out of both this way.

I tried the thicker heavy duty gloves and just don't like the "feel" when I'm picking things up.

Yep - 100% of them leak for me without ever touching anything. Pure imported garbage.

 

[Mickey]

Yep - 100% of them leak for me without ever touching anything. Pure imported garbage.

Agreed. They leak 100% of the time for me too. But with the heavier nitrile short glove on top, they don't leak quite as bad and I don't get holes. This way only my hands get wet. Without the second glove the water ends up running down my arm and soaking my shoulder when I remove my arm from the tank. I'm not tall enough to get my arm out without lifting much of it over shoulder height!

Afterwards, I just wash my hands and arms good regardless with antibacterial soap.

 

[BeanAnimal]

I have better shoulder length gloves (several brands) but purchased the disposable vet gloves for ease of use and tactile feel when needed.


I have dunked my bare arms in aquariums for 40+ years but am just not comfortable with the risk anymore, so leaky gloves somewhat defeat the purpose.

The vet gloves appear to leak at the slightest depth (pressure) without touching anything. I assume this is due to low quality control and poorly welded seams. Maybe some brands are better than others, but I purchased from two different vendors and 100% of them have leaked. For me, total waste of money and effort.

FWIW - I have had a few pairs of the all rubber shoulder lengths aquarium gloves and they are clumsy at best. They end up with pinholes fairly easily and do degrade over time.

I tend to use the "Atlas" or "Showa" more and find them a bit more tactile and durable. BTW "atlas" was the brand manufactured b Showa but they are moving toward just using the Showa name and abandoning "atlas".

They also come in S, M and L sizes. So you can get a pretty good fit. They have grommets (meant to secure them to at the cuff too, making hanging easy. The grommet would be used in industry to secure the gloves to the sleeves of the underlying PPE and prevent them from slipping.

 

[justdeb1107]

You're bringing back some fairly traumatic .memories from my childhood. My uncle was a large animal vet. Mainly Equine and Bovine. I went with him on a call when I was around 10. I'll never EVER forget him lubing that glove up after he put it on and used it. It's BURNED into my brain.it was the 80's and we weren't exactly exposed to the things kids are now. Lol. I actually brought it up recently when I saw him.

hahahahahaha And THAT'S why large animal vets make the big bucks! How many other professions require you to stick your arm up to the shoulder in a horse or cow's bum? Not to mention, they usually don't appreciate it. hahahaha

 

[justdeb1107]

Agreed. They leak 100% of the time for me too. But with the heavier nitrile short glove on top, they don't leak quite as bad and I don't get holes. This way only my hands get wet. Without the second glove the water ends up running down my arm and soaking my shoulder when I remove my arm from the tank. I'm not tall enough to get my arm out without lifting much of it over shoulder height!

Afterwards, I just wash my hands and arms good regardless with antibacterial soap.

I'm legit 5'2" with a tank over 6' tall. These do leak eventually, but they also keep me from having my entire arm soaked in saltwater up to the pit. I'm take "much better" over "perfect" all day long! hahaha

 

[KrisReef]

I know I am terrible for the planet, but I do like the disposability of the veterinarian gloves.

What lube do you recommend?

 

[BeanAnimal]

What lube do you recommend?

ask this guy

 

[KrisReef]

ask this guy

My cousin studied elephants for his thesis but I never got that deep into pachyderms. Reefs provide the nice smell of the ocean here at home.

 

[BillFish Coral Lover]

ask this guy

That is so outrageous! Too much! Thanks for sharing!

 

[alabella1]

I have better shoulder length gloves (several brands) but purchased the disposable vet gloves for ease of use and tactile feel when needed.


I have dunked my bare arms in aquariums for 40+ years but am just not comfortable with the risk anymore, so leaky gloves somewhat defeat the purpose.

The vet gloves appear to leak at the slightest depth (pressure) without touching anything. I assume this is due to low quality control and poorly welded seams. Maybe some brands are better than others, but I purchased from two different vendors and 100% of them have leaked. For me, total waste of money and effort.

FWIW - I have had a few pairs of the all rubber shoulder lengths aquarium gloves and they are clumsy at best. They end up with pinholes fairly easily and do degrade over time.

I tend to use the "Atlas" or "Showa" more and find them a bit more tactile and durable. BTW "atlas" was the brand manufactured b Showa but they are moving toward just using the Showa name and abandoning "atlas".

They also come in S, M and L sizes. So you can get a pretty good fit. They have grommets (meant to secure them to at the cuff too, making hanging easy. The grommet would be used in industry to secure the gloves to the sleeves of the underlying PPE and prevent them from slipping.

A definite +1 for these. I was about to post myself that I exclusively use these. My biggest issue with them is the minute any water gets in, they get moldy and stink. They are like a couple inches too short for my liking, but as far as being able to do work, grip things, dexterity type stuff, these are the best by far. I've tried them all at this point. Throw away everything else and get these, you won't be disappointed... unless you have a deep tank like mine, then maybe sometimes they stink...

 

[BeanAnimal]

A definite +1 for these. I was about to post myself that I exclusively use these. My biggest issue with them is the minute any water gets in, they get moldy and stink. They are like a couple inches too short for my liking, but as far as being able to do work, grip things, dexterity type stuff, these are the best by far. I've tried them all at this point. Throw away everything else and get these, you won't be disappointed... unless you have a deep tank like mine, then maybe sometimes they stink...

I have not had them fill up yet... but maybe a rinse with a mild bleach solution inside would help, or lysol? I think Lysol is inert after it evaporates.

If you use them a lot you could build a small glove dryer. A small box with a small pie fan and two tall pvc pipes. It will do wonders.