LIGHTNESS, ADAPTABILITY, RELIABILITY

Each batch is verified in a certified laboratory at the Ministry of Defense or the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine

Light SA3 ballistic plates of pressed ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene are DSTU 8782:2018 Level 3 protection with an extremely low weight.

 

ANATOMICAL SHAPE

The plate has a curvature in two planes: horizontal and vertical. This provides the user with greater comfort, mobility and even weight distribution, thanks to which your body armor becomes more convenient.

 

QUALITY VERIFIED

Each batch of our plates undergoes ballistic testing for compliance with the DSTU protection class in a certified laboratory at the Ministry of Defense or the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine. Information about the plate and a QR code for viewing its test protocol are on the back of each plate.

 

Features

  • 1.Price per 1 plate
  • 2.Light and ergonomic
  • 3.5 sizes
  • 4.Protection class: Level 3 under DSTU 8782:2018 
  • 5.Material: ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE)
  • 6.Number of shots: 3–6
  • 7.Shape: Shooters Cut, curvature in two planes
  • 8.Suitable for protecting the chest and back area
  • 9.Can be used separately as a Stand Alone type plate, as well as in combination with additional protection, for example, with PCSAI™ Plate Carrier Soft Armor Inserts (Set of 2)
  • 10.Quality confirmation: Test protocol from a certified laboratory at the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine

     

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Technical Information

Protection Class

NIJ III (DSTU 8782:2018 Level 3 – test protocol from a certified laboratory at the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine)

 

 

Number of shots

3–6 pcs.

 

 

Material

Ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE)

 

 

Shape

Shooters Cut, curvature in two planes

 

 

FAQ

What material are the SA3 plates made of?

The SA3 plates are made of ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE). 

 

Do the plates have a ballistic test protocol?

Yes, each batch of plates undergoes testing in a certified laboratory at the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine to confirm the protection class. On each plate there is a sticker with a QR code; by scanning it you'll get a scanned copy of the original test-firing protocol of the batch. 

 

What caliber of rounds does the SA3 plate withstand?

The SA3 (DSTU 3) armor plate withstands a 7.62×39 or 5.45×39 caliber bullet from 10 meters. You can find detailed information in the plate's ballistic test protocol. 

 

Do the SA3 plates have design variants for positioning them on the front and back of a person's body?

The SA3 plates have an anatomical curvature in two planes — horizontal and vertical. Each plate is universal in shape: suitable for positioning both in the chest area and in the back area.

 

I have a plate carrier from another manufacturer with 25×30 cm plates. Which plate size should I choose?

For a standard-size plate carrier (for 25×30 cm plates), our SA3 plates in size M (24×32 cm) are suitable.

 

Is it possible to exchange or return SA3 plates?

According to point 3 of the "Terms of cooperation" section on our site, you can return an SA3 plate within 14 (fourteen) calendar days (not counting the day of purchase) from the moment of its receipt. 

 

Comparison

Плита SA3 (ДСТУ 3, Stand Alone)
SA3 Plate (DSTU Level 3, Stand-Alone)

Protection Class

Level 3 under DSTU 8782:2018. Test protocol

Resistance to firing in accordance with DSTU

7.62×39 mm automatic round (57-N-231) with a PS bullet

Material

ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE)

Weight (size M)

~1.45 kg
5160 UAH
Керамічна плита SA3+ (ДСТУ 4, Stand Alone)
SA3+ ceramic plate (DSTU 4, Stand Alone)

Protection Class

Level 4 under DSTU 8782:2018. Test protocol

Resistance to firing in accordance with DSTU

5.45×39 mm automatic round (7N10) with a PP bullet; 7.62×54R mm rifle round (57-N-323S) with an LPS bullet

Material

Ceramic (silicon carbide) + UHMWPE

Weight (size M)

~2.4 kg
9,186 UAH
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Керамічна плита SA4 (ДСТУ 6, Stand Alone)
SA4 ceramic plate (DSTU 6, Stand Alone)

Protection Class

Level 5-6 under DSTU 8782:2018. Test protocol

Resistance to firing in accordance with DSTU

7.62×54 mm rifle round 7B3-3 with a B-32 bullet

Material

Ceramic (aluminum oxide) + UHMWPE

Weight (size M)

~3.1 kg
10,938 UAH
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SA3 Plate (DSTU Level 3, Stand-Alone)

5 160 UAH
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