Videos tagged with UHMWPE Armor

This video analyzes Predator Armor's Level III UHMWPE body armor. The description highlights its lightweight design, weighing just over 3 pounds, and its rifle-rated protection. Made from ultra-high-molecular-weight-polyethylene (UHMWPE) in the USA, it offers a thinner profile (0.8") than competitors and boasts buoyancy. Key features include resistance to spalling and fragmentation, and a polyurea coating for elemental protection against water and UV light. The armor is designed for comfort and mobility.

This video features a range test and review of the TacticalXmen lightweight Level IV armor plates. The host takes the ceramic/UHMWPE plates to the range to evaluate their protective capabilities. The description also includes affiliate links for the armor, Nine Line Apparel, and 1776 United shirts, along with links to the host's social media and website. A disclaimer is provided regarding the educational and entertainment nature of the video, emphasizing that any use of demonstrated items is at the viewer's own risk.

This video tests the durability of Shot Stop's D1652PCS Level III+ UHMWPE armor plate against an "EXPLOSION Shot." The experiment involves exposing the armor to significant force to determine its protective capabilities after such an event. The video also includes links to submit comments on proposed rules regarding frames and receivers, and braces, and encourages viewers to call senators to oppose a specific nomination. Additional links are provided for related content, including an M855A1 long-range test and visits to TNVC, Winchester, and Magpul.

This video provides a comprehensive ballistic test of Spartan Armor Systems' offerings, including Level IIIA UHMWPE and Kevlar plates, a Level III UHMWPE plate, a Level IV ceramic composite plate, and an AR500 steel plate. The testing demonstrates the effectiveness of each plate against specific threats, highlighting material properties like buoyancy and spall resistance. While most plates performed as rated, the tests also show potential backface deformation and material delamination under extreme stress.