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Hard Armor & Composites - Ballistic Systems

Based on weight, ballistic performance and ease of installation, PROTECH utilizes all types of materials including high-performance polyethylenes, aramids, fiberglass, ceramics and steel. Structural armor can be supplied to defeat any threat, from small handguns to high-powered, armor-piercing projectiles.

Product Description NIJ Threat Level Comparable Standards Areal Density (lbs./sq.ft.) Application Notes
PROFLEX (Aramid) II UL 1-2, DIN C2, E.1063 B3 0.9 Low cost, lightweight semi-rigid panel design, ease of installation, high chemical resistance
PROFLEX (Aramid) IIIA UL 1-3, DIN C3, E.1063 B4 1.1 Low cost, lightweight semi-rigid panel design, ease of installation, high chemical resistance
POLYETHYLENE II UL 1-2, DIN C2, E.1063 B3 0.8 Lightest weight, highest performance for non-AP handgun threats, high chemical & UV resistance
POLYETHYLENE IIIA UL 1-3, DIN C3, E.1063 B4 0.9 Lightest weight, highest performance for non-AP handgun threats, high chemical & UV resistance
POLYETHYLENE III UL 4, DIN C4, E.1063 B7 3.8-4.75 Lightest weight, highest performance, ideal for aircraft and marine armor, high chemical & UV resistance
POLYETHYLENE III+ UL 4, DIN C4, E.1063 B7 3.8 Lightest weight, highest performance, ideal for aircraft and marine armor, high chemical & UV resistance
Product Description NIJ Threat Level Comparable Standards Areal Density (lbs./sq.ft.) Application Notes
COMPOSITE ARMOR SYSTEMS
AI203 III UL 4, DIN C4, E.1063 B7 7 Low cost, moderate weight for small caliber AP and medium caliber Ball rifle threats
SiC III UL 4, DIN C4, E.1063 B7 6.1 Higher cost than Aluminum Oxide, rigid panel design
B4C III UL 4, DIN C4, E.1063 B7 5.6 Highest cost, lightest weight for small caliber AP and medium caliber Ball rifle threats
AI203 IV DIN C5, E.1063 B6 9.2 Low cost, moderate weight for Ball & AP medium caliber
SiC IV DIN C5, E.1063 B6 7.4 Higher cost than Aluminum Oxide
B4C IV DIN C5, E.1063 B6 6.8 Lightest weight for Ball & AP medium caliber rifle threats
Product Description NIJ Threat Level Comparable Standards Areal Density (lbs./sq.ft.) Application Notes
BALLISTIC STEEL
BALLISTIC STEEL IIIA UL 1-3, DIN C3, E.1063 B4 5.2 Low cost solution, highest weight penalty, ideal for structural or land vehicle armor, requires specialty equipment for cutting, etc.
BALLISTIC STEEL III UL 4, DIN C4, E.1063 B7 10.4 Low cost solution, highest weight penalty, ideal for structural or land vehicle armor, requires specialty equipment for cutting, etc.
BALLISTIC STEEL IV DIN C5, E.1063 B6 23 Low cost solution, highest weight penalty, ideal for structural or land vehicle armor, requires specialty equipment for cutting, etc.

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