Carbon Fiber BulletProof?

Published on April 20, 2018
Duration: 15:10

This video tests the ballistic resistance of 2mm thick carbon fiber panels against handgun calibers. While .22 LR was stopped with minor damage, .380 ACP penetrated the first panel but was stopped by the second. 9mm FMJ rounds penetrated two panels when spaced but were stopped by the first panel when stacked directly, indicating surprising toughness. The experiment suggests carbon fiber has potential for protective applications, with plans for further testing with larger calibers.

Quick Summary

2mm thick carbon fiber panels showed surprising ballistic resistance, stopping .22 LR and .380 ACP rounds. When stacked, a single panel even stopped 9mm FMJ rounds, indicating potential for protective gear.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Carbon Fiber Ballistic Test Setup
  2. 01:26Testing .22 LR Rounds on Carbon Fiber
  3. 04:53.380 ACP Test: Penetration and Stopping Power
  4. 06:369mm FMJ Test: Spaced Carbon Fiber Panels
  5. 11:11Final 9mm Test & Carbon Fiber Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Can 2mm carbon fiber stop bullets?

Yes, 2mm thick carbon fiber panels demonstrated surprising ballistic resistance. They successfully stopped .22 LR rounds and .380 ACP rounds (with a second panel). A stacked configuration even stopped 9mm FMJ rounds, indicating significant protective potential.

How did carbon fiber perform against 9mm rounds?

In a spaced panel test, 9mm FMJ rounds penetrated two panels. However, when the panels were stacked directly, a single 2mm panel stopped the 9mm round, getting stuck within the first layer.

What calibers were tested against the carbon fiber panels?

The test included .22 Long Rifle (LR) rounds fired from a Walther P22, .380 ACP hollow points from a Glock 42, and 9mm 115-grain Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) rounds from a Glock 19X.

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