Specially designed from advanced UHMWPE composites, the plate in conjunction with soft armor panels offers ballistic protection from common types of projectiles, weighing 12% less than the stand-alone alternative. The shape mimics the chest and the back curvature, providing optimal comfort.
Classified as an In Conjunction With (ICW) plate, this plate should be used in combination with a NIJ 0101.06 Type IIIA soft-armor backbone to reach an optimal level of protection. By using and customizing the soft-armor backbone, ICW plates can be made thinner and lighter than their stand-alone counterparts. Specifically for use in soft-armor lined vests/carriers, this plate helps you reduce weight, and increase mobility.
Our armor plates cover a wide range of ballistic threats from handguns to high-powered rifles – find which protection level suits your needs.
In Conjunction With Level IIIA insert
7.62×51 FMJ M80
5.56×45 FMJ M193
5.45×39 MSC 7N6 (AK-74)
7.62×39 MSC 57-N-231 (AK-47, AKM)
Tested in NIJ-accredited and DSTU certified laboratories independently.
Unlike traditional solutions, our ballistic plates are designed to absorb the kinetic kick delivered from a bullet by trapping the projectile and simultaneously eliminating ricochet. This means you can keep fighting even after taking multiple hits.
Your armor could save your life, so know it like the back of your hand. Utilizing a unique UHMWPE molding technique, our ballistic plate backbones are on the cutting edge of body armor – ensuring maximum durability and protection with the lowest possible weight.
Despite offering uncompromising protection, this armor plate maintains a thickness of only 0.66” and a weight of 2.1 lbs (S size). These impressive standards put less strain on the body, helping reduce the weight of your rig and increasing mobility.
Designed to mimic the human body, our 3D multi-curved design incorporates both horizontal and vertical curvature. This results in better overall comfort, mobility, and weight distribution – making your vest feel lighter and more accommodating.
In Conjunction With Level IIIA insert
7.62×51 FMJ M80
5.56×45 FMJ M193
5.45×39 MSC 7N6 (AK-74)
7.62×39 MSC 57-N-231 (AK-47, AKM)
Use trauma pad to reduce BFD <44mm
This product has been independently tested in NIJ-approved laboratory according to the NIJ Standard 0101.06, as well as certified laboratory according to the DSTU 8835:2019 against Soviet/Russian ammunition.
Ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE)
SAPI/ESAPI
Multi-curved in 3D axes
Multi-hit, minimum 6 shots
Yes.
This allows you to choose different plates for the front and the back, as well as order multiple plates from the setting screen.
By measuring your chest circumference.
With standard sizes (S, M, L, XL), it is made to cover your lethal zones on the torso (heart, lungs, kidneys) without extending further due to weight. To make the correct choice, you can use the Size Chart in the Tech Specs or the Determine Size at the settings screen on the top of the page.
The most significant advantage is the absence of ricochet, as it protects both the operator, their comrades, as well as the environment of the team from secondary damage and injuries. Also, the ICW3U is significantly lighter than any steel plate of comparable size.
A: Yes.
As well as any armor plate, the ICW3U™ has some backface deformation. You can always use the EVV™ Exchangeable Vest Ventilation that reduces such effect to virtually zero by simultaneously improving comfort.
Officially, 5 years.
The date is calculated from the manufacturing label on the back of the plate. While good maintenance and handling can preserve the plate ballistic capabilities for longer, we will only guarantee five years from manufacturing.
Not instantly.
Due to chemical processes and oxidation occurring inside the composite material, the anti-ballistic capabilities of the armor plate will slowly deteriorate over time. After five years, we no longer guarantees the same level of protection and you should renew your plates as soon as possible.
Armor plates are tested under the NIJ standard to withstand up to 6 consecutive hits. While that number can be greater, we can’t guarantee that result.
It is not recommended.
You may continue operations with a damaged armor plate due to composite materials that, when damaged, only a tight zone of the armor fails. Undamaged zones still offer ballistic protection. However, you will need to replace the armor plate after the mission as further use is prohibited.
Especially over extended missions, every pound counts. Because the ICW3U is significantly lighter than the alternatives, that weight can be used for other types of gear such as ammo or med-packs, or serve to lighten the load in general and make the operator more agile and less fatigued over time. Finally, lighter gear reduces the medical impact of carrying heavy loads on the spine and lower back, reducing the chance of chronic pain and injury.
This product has been independently tested in NIJ-accredited laboratories according to the NIJ Standard 0101.06, as well as certified laboratories according to DSTU 8782:2018. against Soviet/Russian ammunition.
