TempShield CRYO-GLOVES® - WRS Series | Cryogenic Protection to -196°C

Every time you reach into a dry ice chest, pull samples from a −80°C freezer, or handle closed cryogenic dewars, the gap between a fumbled grip and a serious cold burn is measured in seconds. TempShield CRYO-GLOVES® are the original multi-layered cryogenic glove — built from state-of-the-art insulating fabric in four lengths (Wrist, Midarm, Elbow, Shoulder) to match exactly how far up your arm the hazard reaches in your specific protocol. Rated to −196°C (−320°F), certified CE Category III under EN 511, EN 388, and EN 420, and manufactured in the USA, these are not generic freezer gloves — they are certified cold-protection equipment used in research labs, biobanks, and pharmaceutical cold storage worldwide. Standard (non-waterproof) construction: designed for closed cryogenic systems, dry ice handling, and low/ultra-low temperature freezer work where liquid nitrogen splash exposure is not expected.

Important: CRYO-GLOVES® standard are not rated for immersion in liquid nitrogen or other cryogenic liquids. For open-vessel liquid nitrogen work, dispensing, or transfers where splash exposure is possible, see the Waterproof CRYO-GLOVES® (WRSWP Series) with GORE-TEX liner.

Features and Benefits

• Rated to −196°C (−320°F) — the temperature of liquid nitrogen — multi-layered insulating construction blocks thermal transfer from both contact cold (freezer walls, racks, sample boxes) and convective cold (cold air inside a −80°C or LN2 vapor-phase freezer); protection covers the full range from dry ice (−78°C) through ultra-low temperature freezers (−80°C) to cryogenic vapor-phase work

• Four lengths — Wrist, Midarm, Elbow, Shoulder — for protocol-matched coverage — choose Wrist for quick freezer pulls where forearm exposure is minimal; Midarm for extended reach into chest freezers; Elbow or Shoulder for deep −80°C upright freezers, large LN2 dewars, and biobank rack retrieval where the entire arm may contact cold surfaces or cold air for extended periods

• CE Category III certified — EN 511 (cold), EN 388 (mechanical), EN 420 (general glove) — Category III is the highest EU PPE classification, reserved for risks that may cause serious or irreversible harm; this certification means these gloves have been independently tested and verified to perform as rated, not just claimed

• High-performance thermal inner lining wicks moisture from hands — extended freezer inventory sessions generate perspiration; the moisture-wicking inner layer maintains insulating performance and comfort during 30–60 minute cryogenic storage access work without the clammy degradation common in single-layer gloves

• Flexible multi-layered construction preserves dexterity — cryogenic gloves that sacrifice grip and finger mobility create their own hazard; TempShield's layered construction provides thermal protection without the rigid, board-like feel of foam-only or rubber-over-foam designs; maintain the ability to manipulate tube caps, vial racks, and cryogenic canes while protected

• Available in Blue and Pink — two-color inventory management — designating one color per freezer, per user, or per temperature zone eliminates glove confusion in shared storage rooms; Pink variants carry identical specifications and certifications to Blue — the color is a visual management feature, not a performance difference

• 90-day warranty, manufactured in the USA — domestic manufacturing supports consistent quality across lots; the 90-day warranty covers material and workmanship defects from date of purchase; replace as part of a documented PPE inspection and rotation schedule for regulated research and clinical environments

Specifications

Laboratory Applications

• Biobank & Cell Repository Sample Retrieval — reaching into LN2 vapor-phase storage tanks and −80°C upright freezers to retrieve cryovial racks and sample boxes; Elbow or Shoulder length recommended for deep-tank vapor-phase work where arm immersion into cold vapor is unavoidable during rack handling

• Dry Ice Handling — Packaging & Shipping — packing dry ice into shipping containers, loading sample boxes onto dry ice beds, and transferring dry ice between containers; Wrist or Midarm length appropriate for most dry ice packaging workflows where only hands and forearms contact the material

• Ultra-Low Temperature Freezer Inventory Management (−80°C) — extended freezer access during sample inventory audits, reorganization, or sample retrieval from deep rack positions; Midarm or Elbow length prevents cold arm exposure during prolonged reach into chest-style −80°C freezers

• Cryogenic Dewar & Storage Tank Maintenance — handling cold dewar exteriors, metal cryogenic canes, and vapor-phase rack systems in closed systems where LN2 splash is not expected; standard construction appropriate for vapor-phase and closed-dewar environments

• Pharmaceutical Cold Chain & Clinical Sample Storage — GMP-compliant cryogenic sample handling in pharmaceutical development, clinical trial sample management, and hospital tissue bank operations where CE Cat. III documentation supports regulatory compliance records

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Wrist, Midarm, Elbow, and Shoulder length — how do I choose?
Choose based on how far your arm enters the cold environment during your actual workflow. Wrist: hands-only contact, tabletop dry ice work, quick pulls from top shelves of an upright −80°C. Midarm: forearm enters the freezer, chest-style −80°C access, loading large dry ice containers. Elbow: full-arm reach into deep upright freezers, LN2 vapor-phase dewars, large cryogenic storage tanks. Shoulder: maximum protection for deep-tank access, extended dewar inventory work, or any protocol where the shoulder and upper arm may contact cold surfaces or vapor.

Can I use standard CRYO-GLOVES® for liquid nitrogen work?
Standard CRYO-GLOVES® are rated to −196°C and appropriate for closed cryogenic systems, vapor-phase work, and environments where LN2 splash is not expected. They are not rated for direct liquid nitrogen immersion or open-vessel liquid nitrogen transfers where splash or spill exposure is likely. For liquid nitrogen dispensing, filling, and open-vessel transfers, use the Waterproof CRYO-GLOVES® (WRSWP Series) which add a GORE-TEX waterproof liner specifically designed for splash protection in open-LN2 environments.

What does CE Category III certification mean for a cryogenic glove?
CE Category III is the highest classification under EU PPE Directive 89/686/EEC, reserved for equipment that protects against risks that may cause serious or irreversible harm — including extreme cold. EN 511 tests contact cold resistance and convective cold resistance. EN 388 tests mechanical risks (abrasion, cut, tear, puncture). EN 420 covers general glove requirements including sizing and labeling. A Category III rating requires independent third-party testing and certification — it cannot be self-declared by the manufacturer.

Blue and Pink: are the specifications identical?
Yes. Blue and Pink CRYO-GLOVES® are identical in construction, temperature rating, certifications, and performance. Color is a visual management feature only. Many labs designate Blue for one user or application and Pink for another to eliminate mix-ups in shared cold storage rooms. The P- prefix on the SKU designates Pink (e.g., WRS = Blue Wrist Small; P-WRS = Pink Wrist Small).

Quality Assurance

TempShield CRYO-GLOVES® are manufactured in the United States to CE Category III standards and independently certified under EN 511, EN 388, and EN 420. Each pair carries a 90-day warranty covering material and workmanship defects. TempShield is the originator of the multi-layered cryogenic glove design and maintains ISO-compliant quality management throughout production. Gloves should be inspected before each use for tears, delamination, or compromised seams; replace any glove showing signs of wear or damage immediately.

Academic and Institutional Pricing

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