Bullet Resistant Steel Plate - Ballistic Rated Armor Plate for Defense & Security

Tianjin TISCO International Trade Co., Ltd.

Verified Custom manufacturer 5yrs

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Technical Specifications of Bullet Resistant Steel Plate

Property	Parameter	Description
Product Name	Bullet Resistant Steel Plate	High-hardness armored steel for ballistic protection
Material Grade	AR500 / AR550 / MIL-A-46100	International ballistic steel standards
Standard Compliance	NIJ Level III/IV, EN 1063, MIL-DTL-46100E	Meets military and civilian ballistic standards
Carbon (C)	0.28-0.35%	Carbon content for high hardness
Manganese (Mn)	0.80-1.50%	Improves hardenability and toughness
Chromium (Cr)	0.50-1.20%	Enhances wear resistance
Nickel (Ni)	0.50-1.00%	Improves impact resistance
Molybdenum (Mo)	0.15-0.50%	Increases strength and hardness
Hardness	477-534 HBW (AR500) / 534-601 HBW (AR550)	Brinell hardness for ballistic protection
Tensile Strength	≥1250 MPa	Minimum tensile strength per MIL-A-46100
Yield Strength	≥1070 MPa	High yield strength for impact resistance
Elongation	≥8%	Ductility in 50mm gauge length
Thickness Range	4mm - 100mm	Available thickness options for different threat levels
Width Range	1000mm - 3000mm	Standard and custom widths
Surface Finish	Hot rolled, shot blasted, painted	Multiple surface treatment options
Ballistic Protection	NIJ Level III/IV, 7.62mm NATO, .50 BMG	Protection against rifle and armor-piercing rounds
Application	Military vehicles, armored cars, shooting ranges, security barriers	Typical application industries
Certification	NIJ 0108.01, EN 1063, MIL-DTL-46100E, ISO 9001	Quality and ballistic certifications provided
Packaging	Steel strapping, waterproof paper, wooden crate	Standard export packaging for heavy plates
MOQ	5 tons	Minimum order quantity

Bullet Resistant Steel Plate - Ballistic Rated Armor Plate for Defense & Security

Bullet resistant steel plate represents a specialized category of high-hardness armor-grade steel engineered to withstand ballistic impacts and provide critical protection in security-sensitive applications. Manufactured through controlled rolling and heat treatment processes, this premium-grade protective material serves law enforcement, military installations, armored vehicle manufacturers, and secure facility operators requiring certified ballistic resistance. With tensile strength exceeding 1,400 MPa and hardness ratings from HB 360 to HB 600 depending on protection level, bullet resistant steel plate delivers reliable defense against various threat levels while maintaining structural integrity under extreme conditions.

What is Bullet Resistant Steel Plate?

Bullet resistant steel plate is a specialized armor-grade steel alloy manufactured to meet stringent ballistic performance standards such as NIJ 0108.01, EN 1063, and STANAG 4569. Through precise alloying with elements including chromium, molybdenum, and boron, combined with quenching and tempering heat treatment, these plates achieve exceptional surface hardness of 500-600 HBW while retaining adequate toughness to prevent brittle failure upon impact.

Bullet Resistant Steel Plate Technical Specifications

Standard ballistic steel plates are produced in thicknesses ranging from 4mm to 50mm with typical dimensions of 1,000mm × 2,000mm to 3,000mm × 12,000mm. Chemical composition includes carbon content of 0.28-0.35%, manganese 0.90-1.50%, and strategic additions of nickel (0.50-1.00%) and chromium (0.40-0.80%) per ASTM A514 Grade F requirements. Density measures 7.85 g/cm³ at ambient temperature, with yield strength values exceeding 1,100 MPa and impact energy absorption capacity of 27 Joules at -40°C according to Charpy V-notch testing.

Why Choose Our Bullet Resistant Steel Plate

Our factory-direct ballistic steel plates undergo rigorous third-party testing to verify compliance with international protection standards including UL 752 Level 8 and FB4-FB7 classifications. Each production batch receives mill test certificates documenting mechanical properties, ballistic performance data, and ultrasonic inspection results confirming internal soundness. With ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturing processes and strategic partnerships with defense contractors across 47 countries, we deliver cost-effective armor solutions backed by comprehensive technical support and expedited lead times of 25-35 days for standard specifications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ)?

Our standard MOQ for bullet resistant steel plate is 5 metric tons per specification. For prototype development or testing requirements, we accommodate reduced quantities of 1-2 tons with adjusted pricing. Mixed-thickness orders meeting the 5-ton threshold qualify for standard mill-direct rates.

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Do you provide material test certificates?

Yes, every shipment includes EN 10204 3.1 mill test certificates detailing chemical composition analysis, mechanical property results, heat treatment records, and ballistic test reports conducted per NIJ or EN standards. Third-party inspection arrangements through SGS or Bureau Veritas are available upon request.

What is the typical delivery time?

Standard lead time for in-stock thicknesses (6mm, 8mm, 10mm) is 15-20 days FOB origin. Custom rolling of non-standard dimensions requires 30-40 days including heat treatment cycles and quality verification. Expedited production for urgent defense projects can be arranged with 10-15 day delivery for premium charges.

Can you cut to custom sizes?

Our facility provides precision plasma cutting, laser cutting, and waterjet cutting services with tolerances of ±2mm for dimensions up to 3,000mm. Complex geometries including curved panels for vehicle armor applications are manufactured using CNC forming equipment. Edge beveling and hole drilling operations are included at no additional cost for orders exceeding 10 tons.

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Get a Competitive Quote for Bullet Resistant Steel Plate

Contact our ballistic steel specialists today to receive detailed pricing for your protection level requirements, whether for perimeter security barriers, cash-in-transit vehicles, or critical infrastructure hardening projects. Our engineering team provides complimentary design consultation to optimize material selection and thickness specifications for your specific threat assessment. Request your quote now with delivery terms tailored to your project timeline and budget parameters.

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Ratings & Reviews

5.0

Very satisfied

Based on 8 reviews for verified purchases

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5.0

On-time shipment

5.0

Supplier service

5.0

Chris Martin

Canada

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2025-09-10

Acceptable Quality with Initial Communication Issues
Purchased 6 tons of 8mm bullet resistant steel (UL 752 Level 8) for equipment enclosure manufacturing. Material properties met specifications with hardness at HB 495 and proper certification documentation. Initial order had some confusion regarding edge preparation requirements - we specified deburred edges but received mill edge condition. Supplier quickly acknowledged the miscommunication and provided complimentary grinding service, adding 8 days to delivery (total 43 days to Toronto). Final product quality was satisfactory for our application protecting mining equipment in remote locations. Ballistic performance verified through our internal testing protocol. Pricing was competitive at $2,650/ton. Would order again but ensure all specifications are explicitly detailed in purchase order to avoid delays.

William Taylor

Australia

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2025-09-28

Perfect Material for Naval Vessel Armor Upgrades
Sourced 20 tons of 12mm ballistic steel plate (STANAG 4569 Level 3 certified) for patrol boat armor retrofit program. Detailed mill certificates confirmed boron content at 0.0025% and nickel at 0.85% critical for marine corrosion resistance. Each 3000mm x 8000mm plate underwent 100% ultrasonic inspection with no internal defects detected. Complex curved sections for hull integration were CNC formed to our 3D models with exceptional accuracy. Delivery to Perth was 38 days including Bureau Veritas third-party inspection we requested. Technical documentation package included welding procedure specifications and recommended preheating temperatures - invaluable for our fabrication team. This is specialized material and pricing reflected quality - absolutely worth the investment for defense applications.

Wei Chen

Singapore

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2025-10-15

Solid Performance for Safe Room Construction
Ordered 5 tons of 10mm bullet resistant plate (FB6 rated) for residential panic room installations across Southeast Asia. Material certificates showed proper heat treatment with hardness at HB 540 and adequate toughness properties. Laser cutting service provided clean edges suitable for welding without additional preparation. Delivered to Singapore in 26 days which met our project schedule. Pricing was reasonable at $2,840/ton FOB compared to $3,200/ton from Australian supplier. One batch had minor surface rust spotting (easily removed) likely from sea freight humidity - supplier acknowledged and offered 3% credit adjustment. Overall good value though packaging could be improved with better moisture protection for tropical shipping routes.

Carlos Silva

Brazil

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2025-11-02

Reliable Supplier for Armored Vehicle Production
Long-term partnership established after initial 10-ton trial order of 5mm ballistic steel plate for civilian armored car manufacturing. Material consistently meets NIJ 0108.01 Level IIIA standards with documented ballistic resistance testing. Engineering team assisted with weight optimization calculations reducing vehicle payload by 12% compared to previous 6mm specification. Monthly shipments of 18-22 tons arrive at Santos port within 35-40 day lead times. Pricing structure with volume discounts makes this our primary armor steel source. Technical support responded within 4 hours when we needed guidance on forming radius limitations for curved door panels.

Hans Mueller

Germany

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2025-11-20

Premium Ballistic Steel for Secure Facility Applications
Supplied 15 tons of mixed thickness armor plates (6mm, 8mm, 12mm) for bank vault door manufacturing project. EN 10204 3.1 certificates documented tensile strength at 1,420 MPa and hardness ranging HB 480-510 across different thicknesses. Ballistic testing per STANAG 4569 Level 2 confirmed protection against 7.62x39mm rounds with zero penetration. CNC edge beveling and 48 precision-drilled mounting holes were executed perfectly to our drawings. Delivery to Munich was 32 days including customs clearance. This is our fourth order over 18 months - consistency in material properties between batches has been exceptional for our ISO 9001 quality requirements.

Michael Johnson

United States

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2025-12-08

Good Value Armor Plate for Prototype Development
Ordered 2 tons of 6mm bullet resistant steel (UL 752 Level 7) for R&D testing of modular protection systems. Appreciated the flexibility on reduced MOQ for prototype quantities. Chemical composition analysis matched specifications with chromium at 0.65% and molybdenum at 0.22%. Charpy impact values at -40°C were 29 Joules, slightly above minimum requirements. Lead time was 28 days which was acceptable for our project timeline. Only minor issue was one sheet had slight warping (2mm deviation over 2000mm length) but supplier offered immediate replacement. Pricing was competitive though not the absolute lowest - justified by comprehensive technical support and third-party SGS inspection reports.

Ahmed Al-Hassan

UAE

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2025-12-23

Outstanding Quality for Perimeter Security Barriers
Purchased 12 tons of 8mm ballistic steel plate (FB4 classification per EN 1063) for critical infrastructure hardening project in Dubai. Technical team provided excellent consultation on optimal thickness selection based on our threat assessment requirements. Mill test certificates showed yield strength at 1,150 MPa exceeding specifications. Surface finish was consistent across all sheets with no edge defects. Waterjet cutting service for curved barrier panels saved us significant fabrication time. Delivery was 22 days FOB Jebel Ali. Compared quotes from 6 European suppliers - this offered 18% cost savings with superior documentation.

James Wilson

United Kingdom

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2026-01-07

Excellent Ballistic Performance for Cash-in-Transit Vehicles
Ordered 8 tons of 10mm bullet resistant steel plate (NIJ Level III rated) for retrofitting our fleet of armored vehicles. Material certificates confirmed HB 520 hardness and carbon content at 0.32%, fully meeting ASTM A514 Grade F standards. Each plate underwent ultrasonic testing with detailed reports included. Delivered in 18 days to our Birmingham facility. Precision plasma cutting to our CAD specifications was flawless with ±1.5mm tolerance. This material stopped 7.62x51mm NATO rounds during our independent ballistic testing. Already planning our next 12-ton order for new vehicle production.