GlasArmor™ Ballistic Resistant Panels
Military-Grade Protection
Ballistic-resistant composite panels from Avient are constructed to provide any facility with military-grade protection. Originally developed for protection from mortar fire, fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composite panels offer ballistic resistance at less than 25 percent of the weight of a comparable steel panel.
GlasArmor™ Ballistic Resistant Panels are constructed from layers of 0°/90° woven E-glass fiber reinforcements with a proprietary thermoset resin system. Panels are available for protection in a variety of applications in accordance to UL 752 and NIJ test standards for ballistic resisting materials.
|
UL Rating |
NIJ Level |
Ammunition |
Velocity |
No. Shots |
Composite Panel |
Nominal Thickness |
Nominal Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Level 1 |
|
9mm full metal copper jacket with lead core |
1175 ft/sec |
3 |
GlasArmor Level 1 |
0.256 in |
2.7 lb/ft² |
|
Level 2 |
Level II-A |
.357 magnum jacketed lead soft point |
1250 ft/sec |
3 |
GlasArmor Level 2 |
0.384 in |
4.0 lb/ft² |
|
Level 3 |
Level III-A |
.44 magnum lead semi-wadcutter gas checked |
1350 ft/sec |
3 |
GlasArmor Level 3 |
0.500 in |
5.4 lb/ft² |
Customized solutions to meet UL 752 Level 4 – 8 available. Contact Avient to learn more.
Potential Applications
- Banks
- Schools
- Courtrooms
- Police Stations
- Storm Shelters
- Military Structures
- Grid & Protection
- Commercial & Residential Buildings
The unique composite matrix of the panels allows for the retention of the projectile to avoid potentially hazardous ricochet. Panels can be field-fabricated utilizing simple installation methods and common carpentry tools. For more information on UL 752 and NIJ specifications, installation instructions, and available sizes, download the Avient Ballistic Resistant Composite Panels Product Selection & Installation Guide.
The GlasArmor Advantage
- Lighter weight than steel or concrete
- Excellent weatherability
- Fire-rated for 1 hour per ASTM E119-09c
- Corrosion resistant
- Electrically non-conductive
- Drilling, routing, machining, finishing, color, and size customization available
Resources
GlasArmor™ and ThermoBallistic™ Selection & Installation Guide
Find the right ballistic protection for your application.
Composites Explained: Thermoset vs. Thermoplastic
Learn more about the differentiation between thermoset and thermoplastic composites.
Overview: Avient Advanced Composites
Explore our broad portfolio of composite technologies.
Ballistic Composite Solutions Overview
Explore the recommendations and key considerations for ballistic resistant composite panels.
| Property | GlasArmor | Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| Glass Content | 55 wt% | |
| Density | 0.066 lb/in³, 1.83 g/cm³ | ASTM D-792 |
| Flex Mod | 2.1-2.7 msi, 14.5-18.6 GPa | ASTM D-790 |
| Flex Strength | 65 ksi, 448 MPa | ASTM D-790 |
| NAME | CATEGORY | DESCRIPTION | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Composites Overview | Product/Service Overview | Avient’s reinforced composite technologies use carbon, glass and aramid fibers with custom formulated thermoset or thermoplastic resins in continuous forming processes | View |
| Ballistic Composite Panel Solutions Overview | Processing & Design Guides | A guide to Avient’s ballistic panel solutions, their properties, and applications | View |
| Composite Ballistic Panels for Use in Building and Construction | Infographic | Learn about the benefits and applications for ballistic panels in building and construction | View |
| Edwards Design & Fabrication Inc. Focusing on Military-grade Protection for US soldiers | Case Study | Ballistic system from Edwards Design and Fabrication, Inc. relies on GlasArmor™ Panels | View |
| GlasArmor™ and ThermoBallistic™ Ballistic Panels - Product Selection and Install Guide | Product Selection Guide | GlasArmor and ThermoBallistic composite ballistic panels are suitable for indoor and outdoor use in commercial, governmental, industrial and residential applications | View |
| Military-Grade Protection for U.S. Soldiers | Article | Ballistic system from Edwards Design and Fabrication, Inc. relies on GlasArmor™ Panels | View |
| Modular Ballistic Protection Made Possible with Composites | Case Study | Learn how Southern States Supplier used GlasArmor™ ballistic panels to protect electrical substations | View |
| Modular Military Ballistic Shelter | Case Study (Snapshot) | GlasArmor™ Ballistic Resistant Composite Panels provides lightweight ballistic protection for military shelters | View |
| Smart Materials™ Advanced Composites for Demanding Applications - eBook | eBook | Take a comprehensive look at composite materials to help you identify the best solution for your needs | View |