1. What is bulletproof plates? A bulletproof plate — also called an armor plate, ballistic plate or trauma plate — is inserted into a bullet proof vest to provide additional protection for the wearer. 2. What is the level of the ballisitc plates? There are losts of standard in the world including GA standard from China, NIJ stadnard from USA, HOSDB from UK, VPAM from Germany, Gost from Russia and etc. But the most used international standard in the world is set by National Institute of Justice (short for NIJ) of the United States Department of Justice, which currently has five threat levels, and each one is classified by the caliber of bullet it can stop. The five threat levels are: Level IIA Level II Level IIIA Level III Level IV   3. What is the difference of hard or soft armor? There are two main classifications of bulletproof plates. There's hard armor, which is made from heavier and sturdier materials, and soft armor, which uses thinner and lighter materials. While levels IIA, II and IIIA are regularlly made of soft armor, III and IV are hard plates. 4. Different types of the plate cuts Full cut: This has a rectangular or square shape and provides full back protection. Shooter's cut: This has a rectangular shape and cut-off corners, providing better movement and agility for shooting. Swimmer's cut: This resembles the shooter's cut, but more of the top area is removed for additional shoulder and upper back movement. SAPI: This stands for “small arms protective insert.” A SAPI usually weighs three to five pounds and is preferred by military personnel.

This is a short but helpful advice for quickly choosing right bulletproof equipment level.  There are total 5 levels in NIJ 0101.06 rated as IIA, II, IIIA, III, IV. As a user, we acctualy don't need to know every details of each level. There are only 2 important level we need to be clear about: level IIIA and level IV.     If gun crime is the most concerns you are worried and want to pick up bullet proof vest, shield, panel for backpack for your familiy safety. you may need to know that 89% gun crime happens with handguns, and level IIIA soft ballistic armor or helmet will stop almost every handgun.  So level IIIA is my suggestion.   If you might be involved in active shooter situations or you want something to wear while hunting on public land, or even the military situation in the battlefiled, law enforcement duty on the operation against Gangs, you'll need rifle protection. This requires hard armor like our level IV ballistic ceramic plates. A level iv plate is capable of stop the Armor Piercing bullet, which means it is against almost all the most powerful rifile we know like AK47, NATO M80, M2 AP, Winchester.   If you need further advice or a professional source supplier, please free to contact us.  

INTRODUCTION With so many brands in the market selling you ballistic helmet with different specification, keeping your head and picking a right one could be diifficult. So in this guide, we'll walk you through the different types of bullet proof helmets, their pros and cons, and our top picks.    WHAT IS A BULLETPROOF HELMET? A bulletproof helmet is a tactical helmet designed to protect head from batterfilied threats such as bullets, blunt impact, and blast debris, which is at first made of metal but replaced by more high tech fabric nowadays. the most famous material used as ballistic material: Dupont Kevlar, Teijin Twaron, DSM  Dyneema.   DIFFERENT TYPES OF BULLETPROOF HELMET 1. PASGT (Personnel Armor System for Ground Troops Helmet): Personnel Armor System for Ground Troops (PASGT) helmets were first released in the early 1980s but remain in use today. These helmets are often made with original Kevlar fibers. Some people refer to these helmets as K-pots, Kevlar helmets, or journalist helmets. The outer shell of the helmet often features 19 layers of Kevlar and is likely to provide Level IIIA protection against projectiles. The weight of the helmet may range from just over three pounds to a little over four pounds.   2. MICH (Modular Integrated Communications Helmet) The Modular Integrated Communications Helmet (MICH) was released in 2002. The design eliminates the sweatband and chinstrap found on the PASGT helmets and adds a four-point retention system. You get increased comfort and protection from impacts. The Advanced Combat Helmet (ACH) was released in 2003. It is an updated version of the MICH helmet. Both options typically include a more advanced type of Kevlar for increased protection against handguns. MICH/ACH helmets often weigh less compared to PASGT military helmets of the same size. The average weight is between 3 and 3.6 pounds instead of 3.1 and 4.2 pounds.   3. FAST (Future Assault Shell Technology Helmet) FAST/High Cut/Maritime cut/ ATE® or Above the ear: These helmets were first designed for maritime special operations due to the safety hazards of water catching the ear cups on the sides of older helmets at a high speed. While all other helmets were created keeping in mind the necessity of protecting soldiers’ eyes, ears and brain, the FAST helmet is designed to carry additional combat equipment. WHAT ACCESSORIES ON THE HELMET? Side Rails: Look for side rails if you want to integrate the helmet with other tactical gear. These rails can help you attach accessories, like flashlights, strobe, and COMs headset. Pads And Straps: These two elements can determine the comfort level of the helmet. The pads on the interior add cushion to the head, while the straps can help provide a comfortable fit. Look for adjustable straps so that you can customize the fit to your head size. Protection Coverage: The top-rated tactical helmet should be able to endure any blows or impact thrown at your head. Some brands provide goggles to protect the eye. Others even include a mask to protect the face down to the neck.   WHAT LEVEL THE HELMET NEED TO BE? Notable features: Level IIIA Protection NIJ 0101.06 Please make sure your helmet is manufactured according to NIJ 0101.06 Level IIIA, which is used by most military operative in the world and useful against most handgun crime and shot.    BALLISTIC HELMET vs. BUMP HELMET Bump helmets are a type of helmet designed for protection against bumps instead of ballistics. In fact, bump helmets are not rated for protection against firearms. They are intended to shield the head against other threats in the field, such as falls or flying shrapnel. Bump helmets are often more affordable compared to ballistic helmets. They are also lightweight. The typical bump helmet only weighs about 1.5 pounds, which is about half of the weight of a PASGT or ACH helmet. Yet if you are going into combat or expect to encounter armed individuals, you will likely want the extra protection offered by a ballistic helmet.   YF PROTECTOR HELMET TEST VEDEO, WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT HELMET, FREE TO CONTACT US!  

Why do I need body armor? In a world with a rising number of firearms in circulation, the need for ballistic protection is always increasing. Whether you are a part of the military, law enforcement or a civilian, it is important to be protected against any active-shooter situations that may arise, and body armor provides this protection. How to choose your body armor? To choose the best body armor panel, there are many factors you need to consider. Level, Weight, flexibility and thickness play a major role in the decision, since the best body armor protects you while letting you do your job. From a buyer’s perspective, warranty and price are also extremely important when you want to make sure you're getting your money's worth.   Six Body Armor Criteria 1. Level Not all body armor is created equal, and there are various levels of threats they are made to protect against. Level IIA – Tested to stop 9mm and .40 S&W ammunition fired from short-barrel handguns. No rifle ammunition protection. Level II – Tested to stop 9mm and .357 Magnum ammunition fired from short barrel handguns. No rifle ammunition protection. Level IIIA – Tested to stop .357 SIG and .44 Magnum ammunition fired from longer barrel handguns. No rifle ammunition protection. Level III – Tested to stop 7.62mm FMJ lead core rifle ammunition. Level IV – Tested to stop .30cal steel core armor-piercing rifle ammunition.     2. Thickness The thickness of a soft panel / hard plate is important for the concealability of a ballistic vest. The thicker and bulkier the vest is, the more obvious it is that a person is wearing it.   3. Weight The weight of a ballistic panel is important. The lighter weight a panel has, the more options for additional load bearing equipment you have. Moreover, a lighter ballistic vest is generally more comfortable to wear. In order to compare the weight of different panels it is best to use a lbs/ft² (or kg/m²) calculation since not all panels have the same ballistic coverage. It would be unfair to use the total vest weights, as vests with a great 360 coverage could come out as “heavy” compared with vest that have no side protection.   4. Flexibility The flexibility of a soft armor panel is a key feature. It increases the wearer’s comfort and is especially important for concealable body armor solutions. This is because flexible panels tend to follow body contours better.   SOFT BODY ARMOR Level IIIA – The heaviest soft body armor currently available is frequently worn by law enforcement and security professionals. The threats against which Level IIIA is rated are as follows: .357 SIG, 125-grain FMJ-FN, 1,470 ft/s .44 Magnum, 240-grain SJHP, 1,430 ft/s All Levels I, IIA, and II threats   HARD BODY ARMOR Level III – This level also protects against most 7.62x39mm bullets (AK-47 ammunition) and commercial .223 Remington FMJ and JHP ammunition. This level is rated to protect against the following threats: 7.62x51mm NATO, M80 ball, 148-grain FMJ, 2,780 ft/s All soft body armor threats Level III+ – It offers more protection than regular Level III without becoming as heavy as Level IV. This degree of protection refers to armor that can withstand 5.56mm M855 and other small-caliber, high-velocity bullets, which can penetrate Level III armor. The NIJ doesn’t officially recognize level III+, so keep that in mind. Level III+ armor to protect against the common 5.56mm M855 green tip (62-grain FMJ at around 3,000 ft/s) Level IV – These are the thickest and most dense, giving the best protection. Its purpose is to stop full-size rifle bullets from piercing the armor. This level guards against the following threats: .30-06 Springfield, M2, 166-grain armor-piercing, 2,880 ft/s All Level III threats All soft body armor threats   5. Price YF Protector is the source supplier of bulletproof helmet, vest, plate and shield with factory price and international military high quality.    6. Warranty /  Sustainability The warranty is the period a body armor manufacturer guarantees its armor panel to keep its ballistic properties. An increased warranty greatly influences the cost per year (=price vest : warranty period) for a ballistic vest. For example, A US$ 700 vest with a warranty of 5 years compared with a US$ 700 vest that has a warranty of 10 years is actually twice as expensive using a price per year calculation. As the body armor industry strives to become more sustainable, the lifespan (and therefore warranty) of a ballistic panel also becomes more and more important. The higher the lifespan, the higher the sustainability of the product.   What ballistic materials do you have? So, what exactly are these panels made of? A variety of ballistic materials go into the manufacture of body armor. These materials include aramid, UHMWPE, Kevlar, steel or ceramics. Many panels use not only one of these materials, but combinations of them called ‘hybrids’, creating solutions that provide maximum protection with high flexibility and comfort. Manufacturers are always trying to find new compositions which will improve flexibility and reduce the weight of the panels.   What NIJ rating is best for me? The best level of body armor for you depends on your personal needs and wants. First, ask yourself, “Do I need protection against handguns, shotguns, rifles or all three?” Then ask yourself, “Do I also need to be protected from bladed weapons, Tasers, blunt-force trauma or all three?” Lastly, evaluate your expectations for this life-saving piece of equipment. Generally, the higher the protection level, the heavier and less concealable the armor. The best armor for you is the armor you’ll actually wear. With that in mind, it is highly beneficial to select the lightest option that will protect you from the threats you are most likely to encounter.   If you are like most of us and need protection from handguns as well as shotguns you’ll want to select body armor like level IIIA (which is great for threats all the way up to 12 gauge slugs!) Nowadays, most people are deciding to go with one of our most popular options, the IIIA, because it offers a great deal of protection while still being lightweight and easily concealable.   If you anticipate you’ll need to face a rifle-related threat, then you’ll want to get some heavy-duty gear. For this type of protection, you can select NIJ III and IV. This type of armor will be much heavier and less concealable than the majority of soft armor, but the tradeoff is a much higher level of protection.   

What is Aramid?   Aramid is a shortened form of aromatic polyamide. There are 2 types:   Meta-aramids Aromatic polyamides were first introduced DuPont as HT-1 and then under the trade name Nomex. This fiber, which handles similarly to normal textile apparel fibers, is characterized by its excellent resistance to heat, as it neither melts nor ignites in normal levels of oxygen. It is used extensively in the production of protective apparel, air filtration, thermal and electrical insulation, as well as a substitute for asbestos. Meta-aramids are also produced in the Netherlands and Japan by Teijin Aramid under the trade name Teijinconex, in Korea by Toray under the trade name Arawin, in China by Yantai Tayho under the trade name New Star and by SRO Group under the trade name X-Fiper, and a variant of meta-aramid in France by Kermel under the trade name Kermel.   Para-aramids Para-aramid fiber with much higher tenacity and elastic modulus was also developed in the 1960s and 1970s by DuPont and AkzoNobel, both profiting from their knowledge of rayon, polyester and nylon processing. In 1973 DuPont was the first company to introduce a para-aramid fiber, calling it Kevlar, this remains one of the best-known para-aramids and/or aramids. In 1978, Akzo introduced a similar fiber with roughly the same chemical structure calling it Twaron. Due to earlier patents on the production process, Akzo and DuPont engaged in a patent dispute in the 1980s. Twaron subsequently came under the ownership of the Teijin Aramid Company. In 2011, Yantai Tayho introduced similar fiber which is called Taparan in China. Para-aramids are used in many high-tech applications, such as aerospace and military applications, for “bullet-proof” body armor fabric.   What is UHMWPE? Ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene UHMWPE is a subset of the thermoplastic polyethylene. It is a very tough material, with the highest impact strength of any thermoplastic presently made. It is highly resistant to abrasion, in some forms being 15 times more resistant to abrasion than carbon steel. UHMWPE fibers branded as Dyneema, commercialized in the late 1970s by the Dutch chemical company DSM, are widely used in ballistic protection, defense applications, and increasingly in medical devices, sailing, hiking equipment, climbing, and many other industries. UHMWPE is used in composite plates in armor, in particular, personal armor and on occasion as vehicle armor. For personal armor, the fibers are, in general, aligned and bonded into sheets, which are then layered at various angles to give the resulting composite material strength in all directions. Recently developed additions to the US Military’s Interceptor body armor, designed to offer arm and leg protection, are said to utilize a form of UHMWPE fabric. Brand/product names include Dyneema, Spectra, Tac-Tex and many others.

Are Plate Carriers Bulletproof? To answer this question, we will need to understand what is plate carrier. As its name implies, a plate carrier is a carrier carries a plate which stop rifle rounds. So you're going to add more equipment to them if you need it to be against gun threats. What's good about these plate carriers is that they can ease some of the weight off your gun belt, spreading the weight all over your body which bulletproof vest can't do.     How to Equip a Plate Carrer ? Keep in mind that these discussions are based on the fact that you must load plate carriers with armor plates while wearing them. Plate carriers ensure it is easy for you to get the level of protection you are looking for at any point. Plate carriers are best when you are looking for protection against rifle threats. You’ll have to put up with the bulkiness, but at least you will be sure you are adequately protected.     Plate carriers are typically used by military personnel, but other tactical forces or civilians are free to use them whenever they want to. Plate carriers are also quite easy to accessorize. Plate carriers only cover your front from the neck to the waist and the back. They are flexible, adjustable and easy to remove. The straps are easy to pull off, and one would be able to take them off and drop them in an emergency. Just to reiterate, PE armor ballistic plates are nowhere near as heavy as steel and ceramic plates. They are also quite protective as compared to steel or ceramic. The most impressive aspect of PE armor plates is that they can provide protection against multiple hits. Take for instance ceramic plates; In the event of heavy gunfire, the ceramic plate will shatter with the first hit, and leave you exposed while shots are still being fired. When steel plates are hit, steel fragments fly off the surface of the plate. These fragments can slice through the carrier vest and injure you. They do not offer optimum coverage like bulletproof vests. Secondly, if you have to put on steel or ceramic plates, you’ll have to carry around a lot of weight. They are also not concealable. All these issues make plate carriers ideal for military use, but not daily civilian use.     Plate carrier or Bulletproof vest? The suitability of either bulletproof vests or plate carrier depends on the situation. In a wrap, if you are facing low-level threats, bulletproof vests are the ideal option because they are comfortable to wear. For high-level threats, you’ll need plate carriers and their respective plates in order to stay safe. As mentioned earlier, your safety should always come first when making any considerations concerning body armor. All other factors are secondary. If you are stuck somewhere in between the two, we recommend that you purchase carrier plates with PE armor plates. These offer ample protection without compromising too much on comfort.     Ceramic or metal plate? Each material has advantages and disadvantages. Advantages of steel plates: Metal doesn't need to be cared for as carefully as ceramics. Steel can take a hit without degrading the armor too quickly. The cheapest material. There are also disadvantages: Because steel is hard and tough, the energy of a high-velocity bullet can break ribs, sternum, and even damage lungs. Does not adhere well to the body, so the plate is uncomfortable. Metal is the heaviest of all armor materials. Armour-piercing bullets are specially designed to penetrate steel armor. If there is a side impact, the bullet may bounce off the steel and ricochet into exposed parts of the body. Ceramic also has its pros and cons: Lighter steel material. Ceramic absorbs and dissipates energy better than steel. This will result in fewer broken ribs. Ceramic is better at fighting supersonic armor-piercing bullets than steel. You can add Kevlar to reduce bullet force. This provides better protection for the ceramic plates. The main disadvantages of ceramics: Ceramic plates are often thicker and reduce movement. Cannot withstand multiple shots in the same area. After hitting a ceramic plate, it usually breaks. Steel is better at stopping multiple bullets. Ceramic hobs are much more expensive than steel hobs. Ceramic hobs require more care and maintenance than steel hobs. Ceramics will last about 5-7 years versus 15-20 for steel.   In general, ceramic is a more modern and lighter type of slab.

Improved comfort and fit is a distinguishing factor between single and multi-curve ballistic plate designs. The more comfortable the armor is to wear, the more likely it is to be worn. Multi-curve models bullet proof plate are designed to fit more ergonomically and anatomically when positioned against the human torso. This translates into an improved range of motion and longer wearability in the field. We YF PROTECTOR offers both single and multi-curve models ballistic plate to accommodate most any budget. 

  Whether it's bullet proof plate, vest or helmet, here we take a shot at explaining how body armour works to keep you protected.   WHAT ARE BULLETPROOF? Indeed, bulletproof are not bulletproof, the more accura name should be bullet resistant. They prevent fatal injury to the wearer by deflecting the bullet, which makes it bullet resistant. However, it is essential to take note that it does not guarantee 100% protection from all weapons. In extreme scenarios, a bullet can still penetrate a vest plate or helmet due to particular circumstances. The level of protection that bulletproof equipment offer is dependent on its material type and the type of combat it is designed for. In a word, a bulletproof equipment's primary function is to absorb the impact and stop a bullet or fragmentation from piercing through and hitting the wearer.   DIFFERENT TYPES OF BALLISTIC MATERIAL WOVEN KEVLAR A Kevlar bulletproof vest composes a DuPont Chemical Company-invented plastic that is popular because of its super-strong components. Invented by Stephanie Kwolek, Kevlar’s molecular composition has strong chemical bonds, which contributes to the material being amazingly robust and durable.  The production of Kevlar begins by mixing liquid chemicals that eventually harden when chemical bonds form. The hardened material then undergoes several processes to make it stretchable. The result is rolls of thread woven to create sheets of Kevlar fabric. The Kevlar fabric has numerous interwoven strands that help stop bullets as it strikes the vest. While a few threads may have damage upon impact, its weaving is strong enough not to open a path for the shot to go through.  The next step is the stitching of Kevlar fabric to create the bulletproof panels inside the vest. Bulletproof vest makers determine the right amount of fabric layers through doing several testing rounds using various types of ammunition, including handguns and rifles. The testing is vital as it ensures that every material is at par with the threat protection standards of the government. Ceramic plates have the highest threat protection level that uses Kevlar.   CERAMIC PLATES Ceramic is a material found in armored vehicles for its ability to weaken the projectile force of the incoming bullet. It is a component of clay that has exposure to extremely high temperatures. A ceramic is a level down from diamonds based on hardness rating, which is way beyond the level of a bullet.  Typical ceramics used for protective gears include silicon carbide, alumina, titanium diboride, and boron carbide. Bulletproof vests with ceramic plates turn down the kinetic energy projectile through disintegrating it to lower the ability of the bullet to penetrate its target. With high impact, the shell may dissipate into powder. It is a preferred material because even if it is lightweight, it is sturdy and durable. Moreover, if partnered with Kevlar, ceramic plates can be more effective in dispersing the force from bullet rounds.   Ceramic plates, as inserts in soft bulletproof vests, are popular among military personnel and police officers. Its lowest threat protection rating is Type III, which permits it to prevent rifle bullets from damaging its wearer fatally. The US Military uses ESAPI (Enhance Small Arms Protective Inserts) when going into combat.    STEEL PLATES Steel plates are your best option if your concern is about material thickness. Hard steel components, such as carbon, are commonly preferred, but soft steel, such as aluminum, titanium, and copper, works well, too. Bulletproof vests with steel plates are sufficient, even for high-powered rifle bullets, through layering.  The layering of various steel materials can hinder bullets efficiently than one layer, even with the same thickness. Four 1/16 inches of different metal sheet materials are better than one ¼ inch metal sheet. The layers may deform with the high impact of the bullet’s energy. However, it will stop the rounds from penetrating the vest and will prevent fatal damage to its wearer.  Bulletproof gear with steel is highly durable. Plus, with a few added thickness, bulletproof items with steel components are best for protection against modern firearm rounds, such as automatic rifles.   OTHER MATERIALS Other materials used for bulletproof vests and armor are polyethylene, polycarbonate, and wood. Polyethylene is a plastic material that is also dependable for low-risk threats. It is common in bulletproof vests, caps, and bags.  Polycarbonate is a durable, transparent component used in glass ballistic gears. These may be used for shooting practice ranges, bulletproof cars, and bulletproof windows in military facilities and police stations.  Lastly, wood also has the potential to stop the force of a bullet but is a less popular choice as it tends to have a lower resistance to impact. Nevertheless, studies are now in the works as the need to have bulletproof homes are arising.   HOW BULLETPROOF FUNCTION When a bullet hits a bulletproof vest, the Kevlar or PE or other material catches it. The Kevlar absorbs and dissipates the energy from the bullet. As such, it's also a useful material for protecting against slashes and punctures. When a handgun bullet strikes body armor, it is caught in a “web” of very strong fibers. These fibers absorb and disperse the impact energy that is transmitted to the bullet proof vest from the bullet, causing the bullet to deform or “mushroom.” Additional energy is absorbed by each successive layer of material in bullet proof vests, until such time as the bullet has been stopped.

  What Bullet will Bulletproof Vests Protect Me From? Bulletproof vests and bulletproof articles provide safe and secure protection for wearers. If they find themselves unfortunately in any dangerous situation, especially with regard to gun shooting, they can protect themselves to the greatest extent. It's not just mass shootings that seem to be getting worse and more frequent year by year. Gun related risks take many forms, from crime on street corners and riots in dangerous communities to military threats and mass shootings, which remind us that self-protection awareness is very important and important. Therefore, people are interested in investing in bulletproof equipment and clothing. Although many people do not know how bulletproof vests can protect them, they always think that these things will not happen to them. Why do we need bulletproof products? What’s the use of bulletproof vests? As the name suggests, the bulletproof vest protects the wearer from ballistic threats. To what extent? This depends on its level of protection, usually in line with the level set by the National Institute of Justice (NIJ). "Bulletproof" does not mean literally, because in some cases, users may still be injured by gunshot ammunition or bullet impact, but it is certain that this will be much better than no protection. In addition, because it provides multi-layer protection, it can withstand other forms of body penetration hazards, but can only withstand a certain degree of impact and attack restrictions, but it is still necessary to select protective articles suitable for your needs.     Different Kinds Of Danger BulletDifferent types of vests can resist the danger brought by bullets according to the bullet speed level, size and sharpness.But this does not mean that low-grade bulletproof vests are useless. Some people may choose to wear vests as lightweight clothes and equipped with low-level bulletproof inserts. This set of equipment provides strong mobility, and when you can deal with the danger you face, the increase of mobility will also help you complete the task and survive. ShrapnelGrenades and other explosions may cause shrapnel to fly around and hurt people nearby. These broken shrapnel can sometimes be more terrible than an explosion. But the combination of bulletproof vests and helmets can protect their important organs from damage.   Protection Level In the ranking of bulletproof vests, the professional security field and different regions have their own different standards. However, the NIJ standard has been more widely used, especially for ordinary end users. Therefore, bulletproof vests are currently divided into the following categories. Armor Level I Armor Level II-A Armor Level II Armor Level III-A Armor Level III Armor Level IV Special Level Armor NIJ Level 1 armor has the lowest protection level, while the protection level of special armor exceeds the standard level. It is customized for different bullets. For more information on these performance levels, please refer to our NIJ protection level guide, which is also described in detail in our previous articles.    

When choosing a bulletproof vest, it's important to consider the type of protection you need. Different vests offer different levels of protection, so you'll need to decide which one is right for you.  For example, if you need a vest that can protect you from high-powered rifles, then you'll need to opt for a plate carrier with Level III or Level IV ballistic plates, made from multiple layers of bulletproof material. On the other hand, if you're looking for something to protect you in a situation where potential adversaries will be using smaller caliber handguns, then a Level IIA or Level IIIA soft vest, worn over or under clothing will be the right choice.  Statistically, most crimes in the United States will be committed with handguns. In 2020, the ATF ran data analysis on 389,276 firearms recovered from crimes across the United States. Contrary to anti-gun rhetoric, which preaches that the 5.56x45mm rounds from the AR15 are the most dangerous and prolific rounds in the United States, the 9mm is by far the most common round found at crime scenes in America. In all the states except Montana and Puerto Rico (where criminals favor the .22 and the .40 caliber respectively) the 9mm is the undisputed king of gun crime. The 5.56x45 doesn’t even make it into the top 5, and the .223 ranks 13th.   According to the ATF’s numbers, a Level IIA soft vest should be enough to stop the most common threats, since it protects against both 9mm and .40 S&W, the two most popular handguns used in crimes. The IIIA, a slightly heavier option, offers protection from larger rounds such as the .45 ACP, .357 Sig, .357 Mag and .44 Mag. Of these calibers, the .45 and .357 still rank relatively high on the ATF’s list, so it’s a good idea for anyone to spend the extra money to get the security of more robust armor.   If you’re concerned about possibly taking rifle fire, Level III plates are rated to stop the AR15’s 5.56x45 rounds as well as 7.62x39 rounds from an AK-47 or .308 rounds from a high caliber bolt action rifle or AR-10. This type of armor is impossible to conceal under a shirt, and is usually worn by military personnel or law enforcement. Compared to the 145,815 9mm weapons traced by the ATF, the 9,032 5.56x45mm weapons in their database seem decidedly low, despite the AR15 being the most popular rifle in the United States. The .308 appears even less, with only 1,545 firearms traced.   For those who want only the highest level of protection, Level IV plates are available. These heavy duty armor plates are capable of defeating .30-06 Armor-Piercing Rounds. This large caliber round is only slightly less common than its .308 counterpart on the ATF’s list of traced calibers.    Criminal elements are most likely to use what’s available, concealable, and cheap. For the best in concealable bulletproof, protection, YF PROTECTOR recommends the vip3 bullet proof vest. This IIIA armor is designed to be lightweight and comfortable while being practical and effective. Worn over or under a shirt, it can also be upgraded with Level III or Level IV plates in its Velcro pockets to protect against greater threats. The VP3 is ideal for law enforcement, security and other professionals who seek reliable and comfortable protection.

Here is some advice for buying a bulletproof vest.  Choose your protection level.  Handguns or Rifle: Handguns: 89% of gun crime happens with handguns, and level IIIA soft armor will stop almost every handgun.  So level IIIA is my suggestion.  Rifles: If you might be involved in active shooter situations or you want something to wear while deer hunting on public land, you'll need rifle protection. This requires hard armor like our ceramic or PE plates.  Level III is good for active shooter scenarios, but if you are hunting go with level IV to stop the rounds that deer hunters use. Choose your coverage area.  Most people choose the coverage of a standard bulletproof vest. A vest covers almost twice the area of a standard plate carrier with 10x12 plates or soft panels, yet it costs just slightly more.   Choose your size carefully.  Bulletproof vests do not fit like a shirt.  Your shoulders, arms, and neck all fit outside the vest.  The most important things about finding the right vest is your height and weight.  Use our size chart to pick the right vest for you.  Find your height and weight on the chart.  Order this size show. If you are between two sizes: If you are fit and have a flat stomach, choose the smaller size. If you don't have a flat stomach, choose the larger size.  This size is probably not the size shirt that you wear.  Don't worry.  Height and Weight is more important. 

You may often hear NIJ think that this is the global standard bulletproof standard. In fact, it is not. This is only the American bulletproof standard. Do you want to know how other countries judge the bulletproof standard?Let’s discuss it today!This article is popular science in nature. It is too difficult to understand and unnecessary to understand the data. Let’s not talk about it first.Words you may not know:Back concave depth: the concave depth of the back of the bulletproof clothing after being impacted and deformed by the warhead. The greater the depth, the more likely the user is to “break the rib”.FMJ / fmsj bullet: all metal armor bullet, an ordinary bullet.JSP / sjsp bullet: semi armour soft tip bullet, the so-called “dum bullet”, a kind of ammunition that sacrifices armor piercing performance in exchange for lethality to soft targets (human body).Jhp / sjhp projectile: semi armour air pointed projectile, similar to dum projectile, but with stronger soft target killing ability than dum projectile.FMS bullet: all metal pointed bullet, a German pistol bullet with conical warhead, which has stronger armor piercing ability.   U.S.A You may be familiar with American standards, but we will review them in more detail today1) NIJ 0101.06 standard:NIJ 0101.06 standard is formulated by the National Institute of justice for the needs of bulletproof vests of law enforcement agencies. The latest version 6 standard was formulated in 2008 and will be replaced by NIJ 0101.07 standard in 2021.Due to various reasons, this national standard has become the most widely known standard in the world, worthy of “home of the brake, land of the freedom”. In addition, although it is very famous, this standard is still used by American cops after all. It is relatively insufficient in the military field.The NIJ standard has the deepest back recess of all standards.The depth of back recess shall not exceed 1.73inch/44mm.Type IIA: capable of blocking 9 * 19mm round head FMJ projectile and. 40 S & W FMJ projectile.Type II: it can block 9 * 19mm round head FMJ bullet and. 357 magnum JSP bullet.Type IIIA: capable of blocking. 357 sig flat head FMJ bullet and. 44 magnum sjhp bullet.Type III: capable of blocking 7.62 * 51mm FMJ (US military number M80) projectile.Type IV: able to block. 30-06 M2 armor piercing projectile.2) NIJ 0106.01 (modified) standard:NIJ 0106.01 standard is a standard to measure the bulletproof performance of helmets, which was established by the National Institute of justice in 1981. In order to save the old regulations that can not keep up with the times, they made some modifications to it at a certain time point and added IIIA level.Type I: able to block. 22 LR high-speed lead bullets and. 38 special round headed lead bullets.Type IIA: it can block 9 * 19mm round head FMJ bullet and. 357 magnum JSP bullet fired by 4 ~ 4.75 inch barrel.Type II: it can block 9 * 19mm round head FMJ bullet and. 357 magnum JSP bullet fired by 6 ~ 6.75 inch barrel.Type IIIA: capable of blocking. 357 sig flat head FMJ bullet and. 44 magnum sjhp bullet.3) American bulletproof clothing standardAlthough the US military’s bulletproof vests still use the NIJ rating, the US military has additional requirements for different batches of bulletproof vests and bulletproof inserts during procurement. These requirements are more scientific, and there is refinement and further improvement of performance indicators, which is more mature than the simple NIJ standard.   Chinese GA 141-2010 Standard: The next step is the Chinese standard, which is completely different from that of the United States. It pays more attention to what types of bullets are targeted by different protective plates, which can make you find the protective articles you need more concretely.On October 17, 2010, the Ministry of public security of the people’s Republic of China issued the GA 141-2010 standard for police bulletproof vests instead of GA 141-2001, standardized the types of bullets used in the test and modified the requirements for the protective area of bulletproof vests. The specific contents will not be repeated here.The depth of back recess shall not exceed 25mm.Level 1: able to block 7.62 * 17mm lead pistol bullet.Level 2: able to block 7.62 * 25MM lead pistol bullet.Level 3: 7.62 * 25MM lead pistol bullet that can block the firing of 79 submachine gun with long barrel.Level 4: 7.62 * 25MM steel core pistol bullet that can block the firing of type 79 submachine gun with long barrel.Level 5: able to block 7.62 * 39mm 56 ordinary ammunition.Level 6: able to block 7.62 * 54mm 53 ordinary ammunition.   Russia Next, Russia is introduced. The Russian standards are clearer, but their evaluation standards are almost transplanted from the old Soviet Union. 1) Gost R 50744-95 old standard:A relatively detailed measurement system, which is used by various bulletproof equipment in takovri.I have Russian materials, but I can only copy en wiki because I can’t understand Russian. If I can speak Russian and am willing to contribute some time to help me expand this introduction, please leave a message below.The depth of back recess shall not exceed 16mm.Class 1: capable of blocking 9 * 18mm Makarov (57-n-181s) projectile and 7.62 * 38mm Nagan revolver projectile.Class 2: able to block 5.45 × 18mm mpts 7n7 bullet and 7.62 * 25MM tokalev bulletClass 2A: able to block No. 12 shotgun.Class 3: able to block 5.45 × And n397.7 mm steel core × 39mm 57-n-231 hard steel core bullet.Class 4: able to block 5.45 × 39mm 7n10 armor piercing reinforced hard steel core bullet.Class 5: able to block 7.62 × 54mmr 57-n-323s hard steel core bullet and 7.62 × 39mm 57-n-231 hard steel core bullet.Class 5A: capable of blocking 7.62 × 39mm 57-bz-231 (BZ API) armor piercing incendiary bomb.Class 6: able to block 7.62 × 54mmr 7n13 armor piercing reinforced hard steel core bullet.Class 6A: capable of blocking 7.62 × 54mmr 7-bz-3 (B32 API) armor piercing incendiary bomb.2) Gost R 50744-95 new standard:The new standard implemented in 2017 integrates and removes some overly cumbersome old standards, and adds two new bulletproof levels – the BR6 standard is really outrageous. I really didn’t expect that the Russians have developed bulletproof vests that can block 12.7 * 108mm without killing people after running a few steps.The depth of back recess shall not exceed 16mm.BR1: capable of blocking 9 * 18mm Makarov (57-n-181s) projectile.Br2: it can block 9 * 21mm viper 7n28 lead bullet.BR3: it can block 9 * 19mm palabellum 7n21 hard steel core bullet.Br4: able to block 5.45 × 39mm 7n10 armor piercing reinforced hard steel core bullet and 7.62 × 39mm 57-n-231 hard steel core bullet.Br5: able to block 7.62 × 54mmr 7n13 armor piercing reinforced hard steel core bullet and 7.62 × 54mmr 7-bz-3 (B32 API) armor piercing incendiary bomb.BR6: able to block 12.7 × 108mm 57-bz-542 armor piercing incendiary bomb.   Britain Now Its Britain,Lets see what we cant 1) British hosdb standard (2007 Edition):The hosdb standard was first formulated by the home office scientific development branch of the UK Ministry of the interior in 1993. Similar to the NIJ standard, it is designed to provide protection for the English police, but different from the NIJ 0101.06 standard, the hosdb standard also covers the anti stab standard for cold weapons such as props and spears.Only the bulletproof standard part of hosdb is excerpted here.In 2003, the Scientific Development Department of the Ministry of the interior increased the bulletproof level of Hg1 / A, which is completely consistent with Hg1 except that the upper limit of the back concave depth was raised to 44mm.Except that the upper limit of back concave depth of Hg1 / A is 44mm, the other back concave depth shall not exceed 25mm.Hg1: capable of blocking 9 * 19mm FMJ bullet and. 357 magnum JSP bullet.Hg1 / A: capable of blocking 9 * 19mm FMJ bullet and. 357 magnum JSP bullet.Hg2: it can block 9 * 19mm FMJ bullet and. 357 magnum JSP bullet (requiring higher initial velocity of warhead, which can be understood as pistol bullet fired by submachine gun / PCC with long barrel).HG3: capable of blocking 5.56 * 45mm NATO (le223t3) projectile.RF1: capable of blocking 7.62 * 51mm NATO (L2 A2) projectile.RF2: capable of blocking 7.62 * 51mm high-power (L40 A1) projectile.SG1: able to block No. 12 shotgun.2) British hosdb standard (2017 Edition)In 2017, the UK updated its hosdb standard, which is said to be changed according to the needs of users.HO1: it can block 9 * 19mm FMJ projectile and 9 * 19mm jhp projectile. There is no requirement for average back concave depth, but the maximum back concave depth shall not exceed 44mm.HO2: it can block 9 * 19mm FMJ bullet and 9 * 19mm jhp bullet (higher initial velocity of warhead is required, which can be understood as pistol bullet fired by submachine gun / PCC with long barrel). The average back concave depth shall not exceed 25mm, and the maximum back concave depth shall not exceed 44mm.Ho3: capable of blocking 7.26 * 51mm NATO (l44a1 or l2a2) bombs and 7.62 × 39mm bullet. The average back concave depth shall not exceed 25mm, and the maximum back concave depth shall not exceed 30mm.Ho4: it can block. 308 win (warhead No. 480A) bomb produced by Sarkozy company or. 308 TSX BT bomb produced by Barnes company. The average back concave depth shall not exceed 25mm, and the maximum back concave depth shall not exceed 30mm.SG1: able to block No. 12 shotgun. The average back concave depth shall not exceed 25mm, and the maximum back concave depth shall not exceed 30mm.Three special levels of optional testing:Capable of blocking. 357 magnum flat headed SP bullets. There is no requirement for average back concave depth, but the maximum back concave depth shall not exceed 44mm.Capable of blocking 5.56 * 45mm ss109 (l17a1h or l15a1) bullets. The average back concave depth shall not exceed 25mm, and the maximum back concave depth shall not exceed 30mm.It can block 5.56 * 45mm (le223t3) projectile. The average back concave depth shall not exceed 25mm, and the maximum back concave depth shall not exceed 30mm.   German TR Standard: Tr (Technische richtlinie) in Germany was proposed in 2008 and developed based on vpam standard, which may be the most common test standard in Europe. The biggest difference between it and NIJ standard is that tr standard will test pistol armor piercing bullet, while NIJ will not.I can’t understand German information, so I picked it up from several English websites + en wikis. If you know German and are willing to contribute some time to help me expand this introduction, please leave a message below.The depth of back recess shall not exceed 42mm.Sk L: capable of blocking 9 * 19mm DM 41 round head lead FMJ bullet.Sk 1: it can block 9 * 19mm DM 41 round head lead core FMJ bullet, 9 * 19mm qd-pep II / s special police bullet and 9 * 19mm action 4 special police bullet.SK2: can block. 357 magnum FMS bullet.SK3: capable of blocking 5.56 * 45mm ss109 bullet and 7.62 * 51mm dm111 steel core bullet.SK4: it can block 7.62 * 51mm p80 armor piercing projectile.   Australia And New Zealand AS / NZS 2343:1997: Australia and New Zealand formulated a standard in 1997. There is nothing to say. The only feature is the addition of a protection standard for shotgun single headed bullets.I can’t even find the depth of the back recess of this thing.G0: it can block 9 * 19mm MK 2Z bullet.G1: able to block. 357 magnum sjps flat head bullet.G2: able to block. 44 magnum sjps flat head bullet.R1: capable of blocking 5.56 * 45mm m193 bullet.R2: capable of blocking 7.62 * 51mm 9.3g warhead NATO projectile.S1: able to block No. 12 shotgun.S2: capable of blocking No. 12 single headed bullet.   ISO 14876-2 standard Published in the Netherlands in 2000. The relevant information about this thing is expensive and expensive, so I don’t know the specific background.The maximum back concave depth shall not exceed 44mm.1: It can block 9 * 19mm fmsj projectile.2: It can block 9 * 19mm fmsj bullet (higher initial velocity is required, which can be understood as pistol bullet fired by submachine gun / PCC with long barrel).3: It can block 9 * 19mm fmsj bullet and. 357 magnum FMJ bullet (requiring higher initial velocity of warhead, which can be understood as pistol bullet fired by submachine gun / PCC with long barrel).4: It can block 5.56 * 45mm m193 bullet and 7.62 * 51mm 9.3g warhead NATO bullet.5: It can block 7.62 * 51mm 9.7g warhead hard steel core armor piercing projectile.S: Capable of blocking single headed projectile 12.