Scilabub Frosters Cryogenic Gloves with Elasticated Wrist
Designed for a range of applications including cryogenic, laboratory and cold store work, the Scilabub Frosters Cryogenic Gloves with Elasticated Wrist protect the hands in temperatures that typically range between -120°C and -190°C. These gloves feature a three layer lining to prevent stiffening when handling cold items, and a water-resistant liner for damp objects.
Key Information
- Glove code: GLO_CM_KW
- EN 388
- EN 511
- Size range: 8 (Small) - 11 (Extra Large)
- Supplied as a pair
Resistance of the Frosters Cryogenic Elasticated Wrist Gloves
Working with temperatures this low can cause serious damage to your hands and arms, so you'll want to know that you can trust what these gloves say. In order to do that, these gloves have been tested to EN standards EN 388 and EN 511, measuring their resistance to mechanical threats and the cold. They achieved the following scores:
EN 388
| Hazard | Level of Resistance |
| Abrasion Resistance | Level 2 |
| Cut Resistance | N/A |
| Tear Resistance | Level 2 |
| Puncture Resistance | N/A |
EN 511
| Hazard | Level of Resistance |
| Contact Cold | Level 2 |
| Convective Cold | Level 2 |
| Water Permeability | N/A |
Applications of the Frosters Cryogenic Gloves
The Frosters Cryogenic Gloves offer protection against the extreme cold, including when handling materials that have a temperatures that typically range from -120°C to -190°C. As their polyolefin and polyester micro fibre middle liner works with a polyamide coating, the gloves offer effective thermal insulation that doesn't become stiff even when temperatures are extremely low. Some tasks where we would recommend these gloves include:
- Bottle handling
- Cryogenics
- Dry ice handling
- Freezer work
- Scientists
- Sub zero work
Please note that this gloves are designed for handling extremely cold materials. We wouldn't recommend them for simple, cold outdoor work. However, if you work means that you have to handle items that are far below freezing, then these gloves are ideal.
Sizing of the Elasticated Cuff Gloves
The Frosters Gloves are available in four sizes that should be suitable for most users. To find your perfect pair, please measure the circumference and length of your palm and match the results to the table below.
| Glove Size | Palm Circumference | Palm Length | Min. Length of Glove |
| Size 8 (Small) | 203mm | 182mm | 240mm |
| Size 9 (Medium) | 229mm | 192mm | 250mm |
| Size 10 (Large) | 254mm | 204mm | 260mm |
| Size 11 (Extra Large) | 279mm | 215mm | 270mm |
What Temperatures Can They Protect Against?
These gloves are designed for people who work with materials that are far below freezing. This can include cryogenics, dry ice handling, bottle handling and scientific work where you can expect to experiment with freezing materials. These gloves are suitable when handling solid materials that are typically between -120°C and -190°C, without becoming stiff.
What Are the Main Uses of the Frosters Range?
One of the main uses of the Frosters range is to protect against spills and splashes of cryogenic materials, including liquid nitrogen. This can occur when pouring, or just generally working with, ultra-cold cryogenic materials. Please note that these gloves are not suitable for immersion in liquid nitrogen.
See the Scilabub Gloves in Action
Scilabub Gloves are designed for handling items that have been submerged in liquid nitrogen. This includes in vaccine research, where Prime Minister Boris Johnson was seen visiting a vaccine research facility in September 2020. You can see scientists use Scilabub to protect their hands towards the end of the below video.
How Waterproof Are These Gloves?
The Frosters Cryogenic Gloves feature a polyamide waterproof coating that can resist condensed water on cold surfaces. Please note that this is not completely waterproof, and will only protect your hands when handling damp materials or in an environment with cold water vapour.
How Do The Frosters Cryogenic Gloves Work?
The Scilabub Gloves feature an outer layer of woven polyamide, which has a waterproof coating that can resist water vapour and water on damp materials. However, the middle layer features a special polyolefin and polyester micro fibre that has twice the effectiveness of a normal thermal fibre. This then helps to minimise heat transfer without the material being too thick to handle materials.
What Does the Frosters Gloves Fit Feel Like?
The Frosters Gloves with Elasticated Wrist are designed to be comfortable, with a cotton interior coating that keeps the hands cosy and warm during use. The elasticated wrist also protects the hands from external risks, preventing debris from entering the gloves.
Are These Gloves Available in Different Lengths?
The Frosters Gloves are available in a range of different lengths. These are available by clicking on the links below:
Will I Retain Dexterity in Freezing Conditions?
When handling freezing cold materials, it is important to retain dexterity in order to minimise risk. These gloves are designed to stay flexible even when handling materials that are lower than -100°C, helping to ensure that you can do your job with more productivity and more impact.
What Documentation Is Available With Purchase?
