I know next to nothing about those, and would like some guidance to purchase same for my middle school grandson.
Quality manufacturers?
Suitable level of protection?
Availability?
Cost is no object.
Any relevant advice is appreciated.
The high density polyethylene plates are rated for rifle. The naked plates could be worked into a backpack. Very light weight.
Product Info for VISM Polyethylene Ballistic Plate
Shield yourself from some serious calibers when equipped with the
VISM Polyethylene Ballistic Plate. These designed by
VISM are
rated at Level III Plus which is capable of stopping 7.62x51mm, 7.62x39mm, and 5.56x45mm rounds in the field. However, please note that these plates are NOT NIJ rated - this is NcStar's personal rating system. This VISM PE Ballistic Plate is
constructed from Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) that offers avid protection with lightweight properties for maximum mobility. A curved design provides optimal comfort for operations, and each plate is completely sealed for protection against liquids and harsh chemicals you may come in contact with. Stay safe and active on any mission when wearing this
VISM PE Ballistic Protective Plate that is ideal for use with VISM plate carriers.
Specifications for VISM Polyethylene Ballistic Plate:
Color: Black
Fabric/Material: Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene
Armor Cut: Shooters
Features of VISM Polyethylene Ballistic Plate:
- Constructed of Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) creating a light weight ballistic plate
- Rated at Level III Plus - capable of stopping 7.62x51mm, 7.62x39mm, and 5.56x45mm rounds
- Curved design fits the user with greater comfort, and the cut upper corners (Shooter's Cut) allow for better mobility
- Fully sealed to protect against liquids, chemicals, and other harsh elements
- Ideal for use in VISM Plate Carriers
MIRA Safety is proud to introduce the MIRA Tactical product line and debut a line of 5.9 pound lightweight Level IV body armor. It’s designed to stop multiple impacts from armor-piercing ammunition.
Tested to NIJ standards at a US laboratory, MIRA Tactical's Level IV Armor includes single curve, shooter’s cut 10” x 12” ESAPI armor plates and side plates available in 6” x 6” and 6” x 8” sizes (depending on your armor carrier/cummerbund). Our hybrid armor offers an enhanced range of motion and protects the wearer from
all types of small arms up to and including armor-piercing high-powered rifle rounds in 5.56, 7.62, .308, and .30-06 calibers.
Unlike typical ceramic plates, which can splinter and crack and only protect against single-shot threats, Mira Tactical’s Level IV plates combine the benefits of both ceramic and polyethylene. They are lightweight ballistic plates that are easy to deploy, and they provide outstanding life-saving protection, making a great addition to one’s survival kit.
Key Features:
- Standard 10” x 12” Level IV plate with single-curve shooter’s cut configuration, making it easy to deploy in a wide variety of plate carriers.
- Optional 6” x 6” (1.70 lbs.) and 6” x 8” (2.20 lbs.) side plates that fit most standard plate carriers and cummerbunds.
- The strike face extends edge to edge to offer a greater protection area.
- Anti-spall protection from the Ballistic ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) ensures that bullet fragments are absorbed by the plate, rather than expanding outwards causing injury to the wearer’s face or limbs.
- Upgrade your existing plate carrier with true “stand alone” Level IV body armor
- At just .9” thick and only 5.9 pounds, its LIGHTER than some less protective Level III plate configurations
- Lightweight construction thanks to advanced, weight-saving materials including Alumina Oxide Ceramic (AI203) and ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE)
- Offers superior protection against everything from small handguns to battle rifles and common rifle platforms like the AR-15, AK47, M4, etc.
- Ideal upgrade for a tactical backpack or a low-profile/concealed body armor configuration, where lightweight and uncompromising protection have serious benefits
- Extensively tested at a US-based laboratory in accordance with standards for NIJ Level IV armor
- Comes with a 10-year warranty to ensure your satisfaction
- Assembled in the USA
- Easy to read label on the back of the plate includes threat level, threat defense capability, manufacture date, and other important details