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What's the plate design,? Is it ceramic ? That's coated? Basically is that a ceramic plate ? — 2 Answers

by Jimmy boy, from NH, United States Asked on March 14, 2022

Name AR500 Armor Level III 11x14 ASC Multi-Curve Body Armor Plate
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Answered by Ethan, Gear Expert, from IL, United States, on April 27, 2022

This AR500 Armor Level III 11x14 ASC Multi-Curve Body Armor Plate is not ceramic. It is a steel plate with a build-up PAXCON coating to help prevent spalling.

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Answered by The patriot, guest, from NH, United States, on April 29, 2022

Ethan thanks buddy for answering my question about the plate design. Cause I really was concerned about spall. If you could would you please tell me what your opinion is concerning the ability to absorb multiple hits from a high energy kinetic energy rnds like the lapua 338. Or the weapons carried by ALOT of the (AK 47 7.62 × 39) people . Your explanation is appreciated. What are it's limitations ?? Again THANK YOU

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