TempShield Waterproof CRYO-GLOVES® - WRSWP Series | GORE-TEX Liner, -196°C

When your protocol involves open-vessel liquid nitrogen — filling dewars, dispensing LN2, transferring samples between open containers, or any step where cryogenic liquid can splash, drip, or spill onto your hands — standard insulated gloves are not the right tool. TempShield Waterproof CRYO-GLOVES® add a thin, seamless 100% waterproof GORE-TEX liner inside the same multi-layered insulating construction as the standard CRYO-GLOVES®, creating a barrier that blocks cryogenic liquid from reaching skin even when the glove exterior becomes wet. Rated to −196°C (−320°F), CE Category III certified under EN 511, EN 388, and EN 420, and available in four lengths and five sizes, these are the appropriate glove choice for any open-liquid-nitrogen workflow where the standard (non-waterproof) construction would leave a gap in your hazard controls. Manufactured in the USA by TempShield, the originator of the cryogenic glove category.

Features and Benefits

• 100% waterproof GORE-TEX liner — seamless, breathable, cryogenic-liquid rated — the thin, seamless GORE-TEX membrane blocks liquid nitrogen and other cryogenic fluids from penetrating to skin even under splash conditions; GORE-TEX is breathable, so moisture vapor from hands escapes outward during extended wear without condensing inside the glove and degrading insulation performance

• Rated to −196°C (−320°F) — thermal protection identical to standard construction — the GORE-TEX liner adds waterproofing without reducing cold protection; the multi-layered outer insulating construction provides the same thermal barrier against contact cold, convective cold, and cold air exposure as the standard CRYO-GLOVES® design

• Designed for open-vessel cryogenic liquid work — dispensing, filling, transfers — standard insulated gloves were not designed for splash exposure; using them for LN2 dispensing creates a cold-burn risk if liquid penetrates to skin; the waterproof liner eliminates that failure mode for open-vessel protocols

• CE Category III certified — EN 511, EN 388, EN 420 — same certification tier as standard — independently tested and verified; the waterproof liner does not compromise certification status; Category III documentation supports OSHA PPE compliance records, GLP safety audits, and GMP facility inspection requirements

• Four lengths (Wrist, Midarm, Elbow, Shoulder) match exposure level to arm coverage — waterproof protection extends the full length of the glove for all four configurations; Wrist for bench-top LN2 dispensing with minimal arm exposure; Elbow or Shoulder for filling large dewars or working over open LN2 containers where the arm is above liquid level

• Blue and Pink — same specifications, two-color inventory management — designate colors by user, application, or area to eliminate glove confusion in shared cryogenic work areas; Pink variants (P- prefix SKUs) are dimensionally and functionally identical to Blue counterparts

• 90-day warranty, USA manufactured — TempShield maintains domestic production with ISO-compliant quality management; inspect GORE-TEX liner integrity before each use by checking for visible punctures, delamination, or seam separation; replace any glove with compromised waterproof membrane before use in liquid nitrogen environments

Specifications

Laboratory Applications

• Liquid Nitrogen Dispensing & Dewar Filling — filling LN2 storage dewars, Styrofoam shipping containers, and cryogenic transport vessels from bulk supply tanks; the primary application requiring waterproof construction; splash and condensate accumulation on glove exterior occur routinely during filling operations and require waterproof barrier protection

• Open-Vessel Cryogenic Sample Transfers — moving cryovials, sample tubes, or frozen tissue between open LN2 containers; retrieving samples from open LN2 baths in histology, pathology, and materials science applications where samples are stored or processed in direct liquid contact

• Cryogenic Flash-Freezing Operations — snap-freezing tissue samples, cell pellets, or biomaterials in open LN2 baths for downstream molecular analysis; direct LN2 submersion of samples held in gloved hands requires waterproof glove construction to prevent cold burn from liquid contact

• LN2 Spill Response & Dewar Maintenance — cleaning up cryogenic spills, servicing leaking dewar valves, and removing condensation-soaked insulation panels; any maintenance task where cryogenic liquid contact with the glove surface is expected rather than incidental

• Pharmaceutical & Bioprocessing Cryogenic Fill-Finish — cryogenic vial filling operations in pharmaceutical manufacturing, bulk drug substance freeze operations, and controlled-rate freezing protocol setup in GMP facilities where CE Cat. III documentation and waterproof construction are both required by the hazard assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

What specifically does the GORE-TEX liner add — and when do I need it?
The GORE-TEX liner adds a seamless waterproof barrier between the outer insulating layers and the inner comfort lining. You need it whenever cryogenic liquid can reach the glove surface — dispensing liquid nitrogen, working over open LN2 containers, or any step where splash, drip, or spill is plausible. If your work is limited to closed cryogenic systems (vapor-phase freezer access, dry ice handling, −80°C freezer work) where liquid contact is not expected, the standard CRYO-GLOVES® (WRS Series) provide identical thermal protection at a lower price point.

Is there a dexterity difference between the waterproof and standard CRYO-GLOVES®?
The GORE-TEX liner adds a very thin additional layer to the glove construction. In practice, users report no meaningful dexterity difference between the standard and waterproof variants at the same length and size. Both share the same flexible multi-layered outer construction. Fit is the larger dexterity variable — size down if between sizes and precision grip is important; size up if you need room for additional liner gloves in very low temperature environments.

How do I verify the GORE-TEX liner integrity before use?
Visually inspect the glove interior for visible tears, punctures, or delamination of the liner from the insulating layers. For a more thorough check, inflate the glove by trapping air inside and pressing — a compromised liner will show bubbling or air escape through the fabric surface when submerged briefly in water. Replace any glove where the GORE-TEX membrane integrity is in doubt before using in liquid nitrogen environments. Do not attempt to repair a punctured waterproof liner.

Can these gloves be used for liquid nitrogen immersion — holding an object submerged in LN2?
No. Waterproof CRYO-GLOVES® are designed for splash protection and brief incidental liquid contact — not sustained LN2 immersion. Immersing a gloved hand in liquid nitrogen exposes the glove to conditions that exceed the design envelope of any fabric cryogenic glove. For work requiring immersion, use purpose-built LN2 immersion gloves with appropriate buddy-system safety protocols. The CRYO-LNG™ gloves (B-CLELWP Series) are designed for heavier-duty open LN2 environments and may be more appropriate for extreme-exposure applications.

Quality Assurance

TempShield Waterproof CRYO-GLOVES® are manufactured in the United States under ISO-compliant quality management and independently certified CE Category III under EN 511, EN 388, and EN 420. The GORE-TEX waterproof liner undergoes seam-integrity and liquid-barrier testing as part of production quality control. Each pair carries a 90-day warranty. TempShield is the originator of the multi-layered cryogenic glove category and maintains consistent production standards across all glove lines.

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