TempShield CRYO-PROTECTION® Face Shield - FSH1001 | ANSI Z87.1 + CE Cat. II

Cryogenic gloves and aprons leave the face entirely unprotected — and liquid nitrogen splashes during dispensing, dewar filling, and open-vessel transfers travel upward, not just downward. The TempShield CRYO-PROTECTION® Face Shield (FSH1001) is the purpose-built cryogenic face and eye protection that completes the TempShield PPE system. The injection-molded polycarbonate shield measures 9.5"×9.5" and is shaped to wrap the sides of the face and extend to the chest, providing splash coverage far beyond what standard safety glasses or a flat face shield offers. Rigorously tested to retain optical clarity and impact resistance after direct liquid cryogen splash. ANSI Z87.1 certified and CE Category II — the certifications required for documented face and eye protection in regulated laboratory and industrial cryogenic environments. The padded headgear uses a dual-adjustment ratchet system (back band + top pin-and-lock) for a secure fit, and the shield pivots fully up and out of the work area when not needed. Available as a Complete Set (FSH1001 — headgear + window), Headgear Only (FSH1001HG — replacement headgear), or Window Only (FSH1001WIN — replacement shield). USA manufactured by TempShield.

Features and Benefits

• Injection-molded polycarbonate shield — tested for cryogenic splash retention of clarity and impact resistance — standard polycarbonate face shields are not tested for cryogenic conditions; the FSH1001 window has been rigorously tested specifically after liquid cryogen splash exposure to confirm that the polycarbonate retains both its optical clarity (no crazing, frosting, or distortion) and its ANSI Z87.1 impact resistance after cold-shock contact; this testing is what makes it a cryogenic face shield, not just a face shield used near cryogens

• 9.5"×9.5" shield shaped to wrap the chest, neck, and sides of the face — the curved shield geometry closes the exposure gap between a flat face shield and the face; sides of the face, neck, and upper chest are covered by the shield contour; 10"×20"×0.060" overall dimensions of the window itself; the extended coverage is critical because LN2 splashes expand laterally on impact with surfaces and can reach unprotected face and neck areas that a flat or narrow shield misses

• ANSI Z87.1 certified + CE Category II — dual certification for regulated environments — ANSI Z87.1 is the US standard for occupational eye and face protection, required by OSHA 29 CFR 1910.133 for eye and face protection programs; CE Category II covers intermediate-risk PPE under EU Directive 89/686/EEC; both certifications required to document face protection in OSHA-compliant, GLP, and GMP environments; 8 oz. total weight

• Dual-adjustment ratchet headgear — ratchet back band + pin-and-lock top strap — two independent adjustment points provide a secure, stable fit across head sizes without requiring the shield to be removed and refitted during adjustment; padded headband improves comfort during extended wear; headgear itself withstands cryogenic splashes (tested)

• Pivot-up shield — clears the work area when not actively needed — the shield pivots fully upward and locks out of the line of sight for tasks immediately before or after cryogenic liquid exposure steps; eliminates the need to remove and set aside the headgear between protected and unprotected work steps, reducing the risk of forgetting to lower the shield before the next cryogenic step

• Replaceable window — buy Window Only (FSH1001WIN) when the shield is scratched or damaged — the polycarbonate window is a separate, replaceable component from the headgear; when the shield develops scratches that impair vision or cracks from impact, replace the window (FSH1001WIN) without replacing the entire headgear assembly (FSH1001HG); this reduces long-term cost of ownership for facilities using the FSH1001 as standard cryogenic PPE

• 90-day warranty, USA manufactured — TempShield domestic production; inspect shield clarity and headgear adjustment mechanism before each use; replace the window at any sign of optical distortion, crazing, or impact damage that could impair vision or structural integrity

Specifications

Laboratory Applications

• Liquid Nitrogen Dispensing & Open-Vessel Transfer — the primary application; LN2 boiloff and splash during dewar filling, LN2 pouring, and open-vessel sample transfers create upward vapor and liquid trajectory toward the face; the FSH1001's extended wrap coverage protects the face, eyes, and neck that goggles alone leave exposed

• Flash-Freezing & Cryogenic Sample Immersion — submerging tissue samples, cell pellets, and biomaterials in open LN2 baths generates immediate violent boiloff that can splash toward the operator's face; the FSH1001 is the appropriate face protection for any direct-immersion cryogenic freezing protocol

• Cryostat Loading — Histology & Pathology — loading and unloading tissue blocks from LN2 into cryostats involves close-proximity handling of liquid-nitrogen-quenched specimens; the pivot-up feature allows the shield to clear the field of view between sample prep and cryostat loading steps without full removal

• Complete Cryogenic PPE Assembly — Paired with Gloves and Apron — the FSH1001 is the face shield component of the TempShield full cryogenic PPE system; paired with Waterproof CRYO-GLOVES® (WRSWP Series) for hand protection and CRYO-APRON® for torso protection, it completes ANSI/OSHA-documentable head-to-toe upper body coverage for open liquid nitrogen work

• Industrial Cryogenic Operations — LNG Stations, Bulk Supply Facilities — CE Category II certification supports use in industrial facilities alongside the CRYO-LNG™ gloves and CRYO-INDUSTRIAL® Apron for complete industrial cryogenic PPE; the FSH1001 is the face shield element of the CRYO-PROTECTION® Grip Safety Kit bundles

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Complete Set, Headgear Only, and Window Only — which should I order?
Order the Complete Set (FSH1001) when purchasing for a new user who does not yet have any part of the assembly. Order Headgear Only (FSH1001HG) when replacing a headgear that has failed (broken ratchet, cracked headband, damaged adjustment hardware) while the window is still serviceable. Order Window Only (FSH1001WIN) — the most common replacement scenario — when the polycarbonate shield develops scratches that impair vision, crazing from repeated cryogen exposure, or impact cracks, while the headgear remains functional. Stocking FSH1001WIN as a spare reduces downtime when the window needs replacement during active cryogenic operations.

Is ANSI Z87.1 certification sufficient for OSHA compliance in cryogenic face protection?
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.133 requires that eye and face protection equipment meet ANSI Z87.1 (or equivalent) standards. The FSH1001's ANSI Z87.1 certification satisfies this requirement for face protection in cryogenic operations. Document the use of FSH1001 in your PPE hazard assessment and training records by including the ANSI Z87.1 certification and the cryogenic splash test data. The CE Category II certification satisfies the equivalent EU PPE Directive requirements for facilities operating under European regulatory frameworks.

Can the FSH1001 be worn with prescription eyeglasses or safety glasses?
Yes. The FSH1001 headgear is designed to fit over prescription eyeglasses and standard safety glasses without conflict. The shield pivots up and away from the face when not needed, making it easy to use corrective eyewear underneath. For users whose cryogenic protocol involves work steps where chemical splash (not just cold splash) is possible, verify that their corrective eyewear meets the chemical splash protection requirements for those steps — the FSH1001 is rated for cryogenic splash, not chemical eye protection specifically.

How often should the polycarbonate window be replaced?
Replace the window (FSH1001WIN) when: optical clarity is impaired by scratches, crazing, or hazing that affects visibility; any impact crack or fracture is present regardless of apparent severity; the shield no longer pivots smoothly due to hinge wear or deformation. There is no fixed interval replacement requirement, but facilities with frequent cryogenic use should inspect the window before each use and budget for annual or semi-annual replacement as standard PPE maintenance. The window costs the same as the headgear ($116), so budget replacement of both when either component fails rather than extending service life of a borderline component.

Quality Assurance

TempShield CRYO-PROTECTION® Face Shield is manufactured in the United States and independently certified to ANSI Z87.1 and CE Category II standards. The polycarbonate window undergoes rigorous testing for optical clarity and impact resistance specifically after liquid cryogen splash exposure — not just under standard impact conditions. TempShield's cryogenic splash test protocol exceeds the conditions of standard ANSI Z87.1 testing to ensure performance in the actual deployment environment. Each unit carries a 90-day warranty.

Academic and Institutional Pricing

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