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Silicon Carbide Plate

The Ultimate Choice for Unmatched Protection

Description

Silicon carbide ceramic ballistic plates are designed to provide enhanced ballistic resistance against high-velocity projectiles, such as bullets or fragments.

Silicon carbide ceramic ballistic plates offer several advantages over traditional materials like steel. They are lightweight, which reduces the burden on the wearer. They also have excellent thermal and chemical stability, ensuring their durability in various environments.

Unique characteristics
  • High Hardness
Silicon carbide ceramic is extremely hard and has a superior ability to withstand high impact forces. This property enables it to effectively disperse the energy of incoming projectiles, reducing the penetration power.
  • Excellent Durability
Silicon carbide ceramic possesses exceptional durability and resistance to wear, corrosion, and high temperatures. This makes it well-suited for use in demanding environments. Nevertheless, be careful not to drop it as it may crack.
  • Low Backface Deformation
Though a ballistic plate with a high BFD performance can be life-saving, it is likely to result in serious injuries. Ceramic armor performs better than both soft armor and polyethylene armor when tested for BFD.
  • Thinner than PE and Lighter than Alumina
Silicon carbide plates belong to our high-end product line thanks to its incomparable thinness and lightness. If you're looking for the highest protection level and the best agility and comfort, look no further.
Specifications

Protection

Level

SA/ICW

Curve Type

Weight

(±0.05 kg)

Thinness

(±1mm)

Material

Bullet Type

NIJ IIISASingle2.00
18SiC+PE7.62 mm Nato FMJ
NIJ III
ICWSingle1.9517SiC+PE7.62 mm Nato FMJ

NIJ III++

SA

Single

--

--

SiC+PE

M80 AK SS109

NIJ III++

ICW

Single

--

--

SiC+PE

M80 AK SS109

NIJ IV

SA

Single

2.45

22

SiC+PE

.30 caliber M2 AP

NIJ IV

ICW

Single

2.30

20

SiC+PE

.30 caliber M2 AP

Regular Size (250 mm × 300 mm)   E Cut (50 mm × 80 mm, 20 mm × 20 mm)

Customizable Size and Cut


Knowing the NIJ and Protection Level

The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) is the research and standardization department for the U.S. Department of Justice. It is committed to scientifically studying, assessing and evaluating safety products. The ultimate aim of NIJ is to reduce crime and justice concerns. Nowadays, NIJ Standard is the most widely-used standard for bulletproof and stab proof vests all around the world.

NIJ standard 0101.06 is the standard of Bulletproof Performance of Personal Body Armor. This standard comes in NIJ Level II, IIIA, III, IV depending on the type of ammunition the bulletproof vest is designed to stop.

NIJ standard 0115.00 is the standard of Stab Resistance of Personal Body Armor. This standard comes in NIJ Level 1, 2 and 3 depending on how strong a force the stab proof vest is designed to stop.

To learn more about the latest NIJ body armor standards, visit our Understanding Body Armor Ratings blog.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How do I clean and store my armor?

1. Remove the functional panels from the carrier.

2. Use a soft-bristled brush or cloth to wipe the surface of the panel, avoid using cleaners that could damage the surface of the panel.

3. Dry clean, handwash or machine wash the carrier, avoid using any bleach.

4. Lay flat the carrier, air dry or humble dry it. We suggest that you prepare another carrier in case the cleaning causes delay.

5. Insert the panel back into the carrier.

To know more details, please click here: Care Instruction: How to clean and store your armor?

How do I insert the ballistic plate?

1. Ensure that your vest/plate carrier has the necessary pockets or compartments designed to hold ballistic plates. Most of them have front and back pockets for this purpose, while some have side pockets, too.

2. Start by unfastening any straps or closures on the vest/carrier to access the pockets.

3. Take the ballistic plates and orient them correctly. Typically, the curved side of the plate, instead of the "STRIKE FACE" side, should face your body for better ergonomics and fit.

4. Slide the plates into the appropriate pockets. Make sure they are centered and aligned properly.

5. Once the plates are inserted, secure them in place by fastening any straps, Velcro closures, or buckles provided by the vest/carrier. Ensure that the plates are snugly held in position and do not shift around.

6. Adjust the straps to achieve a comfortable and secure fit. The vest/carrier should be snug but not overly tight, allowing for freedom of movement while maintaining proper protection.

To know more details, please click here: Use Instruction: How to insert and remove the ballistic plate?

Are these products tested?

All our products are tested to NIJ standards by third party professional laboratory, giving you confidence in the quality and protection of our products. The claimed armor materials are inspected and graded by our lab technicians to ensure they meet our strict quality criteria. Please Contact Us to have a copy of test report.

DOES THIS PRODUCT HAVE A WARRANTY?

All of our armors come with a 5-year warranty and are tested to NIJ standards giving you confidence in the quality and protection of our products.

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