When the work demands precise handling of small, cold objects — cryovials retrieved from liquid nitrogen, frozen tissue cores, small-bore sample tubes — a standard cryogenic glove protects your hands but compromises the grip control that precise manipulation requires. TempShield Waterproof CRYO-GRIP® Gloves solve this directly: a textured grip palm is engineered into the glove surface at the contact points where dexterity matters most, without reducing the thermal protection or waterproofing that open liquid-nitrogen work demands. You get the same 100% seamless GORE-TEX waterproof liner and −196°C (−320°F) rating as the Waterproof CRYO-GLOVES®, plus the grip control to reliably handle cryovials, tube racks, and frozen samples that would slip from a smooth-palmed glove. CE Category III certified under EN 511, EN 388, and EN 420. Available in Wrist, Midarm, Elbow, and Shoulder lengths in five sizes. Blue and Pink for Wrist through Elbow; Blue only for Shoulder. Manufactured in the USA by TempShield.
Important: Like all fabric cryogenic gloves, CRYO-GRIP® gloves are not rated for sustained immersion in liquid nitrogen. They are designed for open-vessel work, LN2 dispensing and transfers, and handling cryogenically stored samples where splash and contact exposure are expected but full immersion is not part of the protocol.
Features and Benefits
Textured grip palm — engineered for dexterity with cryogenically stored small objects — the grip surface on the palm and finger contact areas provides the traction needed to reliably pick up and manipulate cryovials (1.0 mL, 1.8 mL, 2.0 mL formats), 1.5 mL microtubes removed from LN2, frozen OCT tissue blocks, and other cold, smooth-surfaced objects that resist handling with a smooth glove surface
100% seamless GORE-TEX waterproof liner — identical to Waterproof CRYO-GLOVES® — the same thin, breathable, seamless GORE-TEX membrane that blocks cryogenic liquid from reaching skin; breathability prevents condensation buildup inside the glove during extended wear; waterproof protection extends the full length of the glove across all four length configurations
Rated to −196°C (−320°F) — no thermal protection trade-off for grip — the grip palm is integrated into the glove construction without reducing the insulating performance of the multi-layered outer fabric; thermal protection is identical to the standard Waterproof CRYO-GLOVES® at the same length
CE Category III certified — EN 511, EN 388, EN 420 — the highest EU PPE classification for cold-protection equipment; the grip palm modification does not affect certification status; documentation supports OSHA PPE compliance, GLP safety audit records, and GMP facility requirements for certified cryogenic PPE
Four lengths for protocol-matched arm coverage — Wrist through Shoulder — Wrist for bench-top LN2 work with minimal arm exposure; Midarm for dispensing from mid-height dewars; Elbow or Shoulder for filling large storage dewars or deep-tank retrieval where the full arm may be above open LN2; grip benefit applies at all lengths
Blue and Pink (Wrist/Midarm/Elbow) — two-color visual inventory management — Pink variants (P-CG prefix SKUs) carry identical specifications to Blue; Shoulder length available in Blue only; use two-color designation to separate glove pairs by user, application, or area in shared cryogenic work spaces
High-performance moisture-wicking inner lining + 90-day warranty — inner comfort lining moves perspiration away from skin during extended cryogenic work sessions; 90-day warranty covers material and workmanship defects; replace any glove with visible grip surface wear, membrane compromise, or insulation damage before returning to service
Specifications
| Property | Wrist | Midarm | Elbow | Shoulder |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SKU Series | CGWRSWP / P-CGWRSWP | CGMASWP / P-CGMASWP | CGEBSWP / P-CGEBSWP | CGSHSWP (Blue only) |
| Brand | TempShield | |||
| Temperature Rating | −196°C (−320°F) | |||
| Waterproof Liner | 100% GORE-TEX — seamless, breathable | |||
| Grip Feature | Textured grip palm — dexterity for small cryogenic objects | |||
| Material | Multi-layered insulating fabric with GORE-TEX liner and grip palm | |||
| Colors | Blue, Pink | Blue only | ||
| Sizes Available | Small, Medium, Large, XL, XXL | |||
| Certifications | CE Cat. III: EN 511, EN 388, EN 420 | |||
| Quantity | 1 Pair | |||
| Warranty | 90 Days | |||
| Country of Origin | United States | |||
| Weight | 1.0–2.0 lb/pair | 2.0 lb/pair | 2.0 lb/pair | 2.0 lb/pair |
Laboratory Applications
Cryovial Retrieval from Liquid Nitrogen Storage — picking individual cryovials (1.0–2.0 mL) from LN2 vapor-phase racks and canes requires grip control that smooth-palmed gloves do not reliably provide; the textured grip palm allows confident single-tube retrieval without dropping or fumbling cryogenically hardened plastic vials
Frozen Tissue Handling — Histology & Pathology — handling OCT-embedded frozen tissue blocks, cryomolds, and cryo-sectioning cassettes removed directly from LN2 or dry ice; the grip surface prevents slipping of smooth plastic molds and embedding cassettes during transfer to the cryostat or sectioning station
Liquid Nitrogen Dispensing with Sample Manipulation — protocols that combine LN2 pouring/transfer with simultaneous sample handling in the same step; the grip palm maintains sample control during the moment LN2 is in contact with the glove exterior
Cell Banking & Repository Operations — biobank workflows involving simultaneous LN2 tank access and cryovial sorting, inventory counting, or rack manipulation where precise small-object handling and cryogenic liquid protection are both required at the same time
Cryogenic Material Science & Industrial Research — handling small metal specimens, cryogenically treated components, and precision-machined parts at ultra-low temperatures where surface grip on hardened, smooth materials determines whether the sample is safely controlled or at risk of being dropped
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the practical difference between CRYO-GRIP® and standard Waterproof CRYO-GLOVES® — when does grip matter?
Grip matters most when you are picking up and precisely manipulating small, smooth, cold objects — individual cryovials, frozen tissue blocks, or small sample tubes. If your cryogenic work is primarily bulk handling (moving racks, picking up containers, accessing freezers) where object grip is not a precision requirement, the standard Waterproof CRYO-GLOVES® provide identical thermal and waterproof protection at a lower price point. If your protocol involves single-object cryovial retrieval, frozen specimen handling, or any task where a slipping grip on a cold object is a real risk, CRYO-GRIP® is the appropriate upgrade.
Does the grip palm affect the CE Category III certification?
No. The grip palm surface is incorporated into the glove construction in a way that maintains all three required CE Category III certifications: EN 511 (cold), EN 388 (mechanical), and EN 420 (general glove requirements). The CRYO-GRIP® line carries the same certification documentation as the standard Waterproof CRYO-GLOVES®. Certification records are available upon request for regulatory and quality system submissions.
Why is Shoulder length only available in Blue — no Pink for Shoulder?
TempShield produces the Shoulder length CRYO-GRIP® in Blue only. This is a production scope decision by the manufacturer and applies to the Shoulder length across the CRYO-GRIP® line. Wrist, Midarm, and Elbow lengths are available in both Blue and Pink. If Pink is a requirement for your Shoulder-length application, the standard Waterproof CRYO-GLOVES® Shoulder (P-SHSWP Series) are available in Pink.
How do I care for and inspect these gloves to maintain both grip and waterproof performance?
Before each use, inspect the grip palm for visible wear, peeling, or delamination from the outer fabric. Inspect the GORE-TEX liner by checking the interior for punctures or seam separation. Clean the exterior with a damp cloth; avoid harsh solvents that can degrade both the grip surface and the GORE-TEX membrane. Do not machine wash. Replace any glove showing grip surface degradation that could compromise object control, or any glove with a compromised waterproof liner before returning to liquid nitrogen service.
Quality Assurance
TempShield Waterproof CRYO-GRIP® 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 during production. Grip palm adhesion and durability are tested as part of production quality control. Each pair carries a 90-day warranty covering material and workmanship defects.
Academic and Institutional Pricing
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