Technical Data Sheets Material For Defence And Protection Aramid Laminates L1 Series Description Rigid resin-bonded panels of aramid fabric produced in different weights and thickness' to give protection against a wide range of threat levels, particularly against fragmentation attack. Protection against high velocity rifle rounds can be obtained when used in conjunction with other materials. Density 1.33 (g/cm³) Flexural Strength 110 (MPa) (40:1 span:thickness) Flexural Modulus 32 (GPa) (40:1 span:thickness) Inter-laminar Shear Strength 10 (Pa) (5:1 span:thickness) Flexural failure is non-catastrophic, i.e. the specimen retains 75% of its original strength after initial failure. Applications Spall armour for military vehicles, ships, aircraft and installations of a military nature. Primary armour for VIP and Cash-in-Transit vehicles. When used in conjunction with ceramic tiles the laminates are suitable for use in discretely armoured vehicles as primary armour against high velocity rifle threats. Specific advice is available on request. Availability Designation Thickness Weight (kg/m²) L1010 9mm 12 L1011 6mm 9 Sizes All laminates can be supplied to maximum dimensions of 1.9m × 1.2m subject to fabric availability. Laminates can be cut to size. Fragmentation Resistance ( i ) Low Velocity: Designation F.S.P. Grain g V50 (m/s) Energy (Joules) L1011 17 1.10 510 140 L1010 17 1.10 670 242 ( ii ) High Velocity: Various fragment simulators at velocities approaching 1,800 m/s have been defeated by a Ceramic/L1 series laminates combination. LOW VELOCITY BULLET THREATS L1011: L1 series aramid laminates have been shown to defeat the following threats: Weapon Barrel Length (mm) Ammunition Bullet Grains Weight (g) Velocity (m/s) Energy (Joules) Thompson 250 9mm Mk 2Z 116 7.5 420 662 Contender parabellum Thompson 250 9mm Luger 123 8.0 420 706 Contender Geco Thompson 250 9mm Norma 116 7.5 380 542 Contender 19022 Colt 150 .357 Mag. 158 10.2 400 816 Revolver soft point Norma 19107 Colt 150 .357 Mag. 158 10.2 390 776 Revolver Remington metal point LOW VELOCITY BULLET THREATS L1010: All of the above, additionally: Weapon Barrel Length (mm) Ammunition Bullet Grains Weight (g) Velocity (m/s) Energy (Joules) Thompson 250 9mm Norma 116 7.5 380 542 Contender Colt 150 .357 Mag. 158 10.2 400 816 Revolver soft point Norma 19107 Colt 150 .357 Mag.MP 158 10.2 390 776 Revolver Geco Colt 150 .357 Mag.MP 158 10.2 420 900 Revolver Winchester Super X Thompson 250 .44 Mag. 240 15.6 450 1580 Contender Norma 11103 Power Cavity High Velocity Rifle Threats When used in conjunction with a ceramic strike face over wrapped with a suitable spall cover the composite provides lightweight protection against high velocity rifle rounds, in particular armour piercing rounds. Specific information is available on request. Further Details are available from the Sales Department. All statements, technical information and recommendations contained in this data sheet are given in good faith and are based on tests believed to be reliable, but their accuracy and completeness are not guaranteed. They do not constitute an offer to any person and shall not be deemed to form the basis of any subsequent contract, nor to constitute any warranty or representation as to quality, merchantability or fitness for purpose. All products are sold subject to the seller's Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract. Accordingly the user shall determine the suitability of the products for his intended use prior to purchase and shall assume all risk and liability in connection therewith. It is the responsibility of those wishing to sell items made from or embodying the products to inform the user of the properties of the products and the purposes for which they may be suitable, together with all precautionary measures required in handling those products. The information contained in this leaflet is under constant review and liable to be modified from time to time. Back