June 29, 2021
- Standards & Certifications
What is the Highest Level Bulletproof Glass?
A .50 Caliber round is most closely associated with military usage, and is not typically or commonly in widespread usage amongst most civilian products. Additionally, it should be mentioned that level 8 is essentially the highest level of protection available for bullet resistant glass.
The following is a brief breakdown of the UL 752 level standards:
Level 1 – withstands three shots from a 9mm full metal copper jacket with lead core at a speed of 1,175 feet per second.
Level 2 – must be able to stand up to three shots from a .357 magnum jacketed lead soft point at a velocity of 1,250 feet per second.
Level 3 – is made to resist three shots from a .44 magnum lead semi-wadcutter at 1,350 feet per second.
Level 4 – is made to withstand one shot from a .30 caliber rifle lead core soft point at a speed of 2,540 feet per second.
Level 5 – has the same requirements as the highest level of bulletproof glass protection, but at only one shot.
Level 6 – must withstand five shots from a 9mm full metal copper jacket with lead core at a velocity of 1,400 feet per second.
Level 7 – must be able to stand up to five shots from a 5.66mm rifle full metal copper jacket with lead core at a speed of 3,080 feet per second.
Level 8 – required to withstand 5 rounds fired using 7.62 ammunition. This is actually the highest protection available for BR glass.
Level 9 – Firearm projectiles up to .30-06 caliber rifle, Full Metal Jacket.
Level 10 – .50 caliber fired from a high-powered rifle.
What types of situations can the highest level of BP glass help defend against?
Overall, the bullet resistant glazing systems industry has widened this year. Economic uncertainty and political unrest throughout the U.S. have been major contributing factors to security concerns from main street businesses, government buildings, and other facilities. So many have decided to add extra security features to their storefronts and other building features to protect employees and limit losses.
This doesn’t just mean more revenue throughout the industry; it also means that there are an increasing amount of new customers who are just learning about these products for the first time. As such, bullet resistant glass companies have had to lower the barrier for entry. This means providing clients with more information about various products and options, and explaining various aspects of the industry in more understandable terms. Basically, if you’re looking for protective solutions for your company but don’t know where to start, this is one of the best times to gain knowledge in a way that’s easily accessible.