Fragment Testing
PBL can launch FSP’s of all sizes (<1.1g – 20mm) up to 2000ms-1
PBL can launch Fragment Simulating Projectiles (FSP) compliant with STANAG / AEP-2920 including chisel nose and right cylinder (rcc) to both DCTA /A3/6723 and MIL-DTL-46593. FSP’s can be fired in skited and un-skirted configurations up to 20mm and at velocities from <200ms-1 to over 200ms-1 subject to fragment type. This high velocity capability is especially useful for testing of EOD suits and vehicle IED protection.
Ball bearings and novel fragments (including ice and debris) can be launched using either gas or powder guns.
Small fragments (<1.1g) can be fired on request for testing of eyewear, clothing and textiles.
Facilities:
PBL’s climate controlled ballistic test range is equipped to conduct coupon testing of fragments up to 25mm with sample conditioning chambers allowing for thermal conditioning of samples from -20°C to +60°C.
Test rigs for holding of helmets, visors, eye protection (AEP-55), soft armour. High speed video for imaging of yaw, impact and velocity measurement.
High volume filtered extraction ensures a clean, safe and dust free working environment, especially important when testing composite and ceramic targets.
Services Offered:
- STANAG 4569, STANAG 2920. AEP 2920, AEP-55, PAS300, VSAG12 & RATTAM Fragment testing
- Saboted & Unsaboted
- Ball bearing, natural & novel fragments
- Qualification, Certification & R&D
- Environmental Low/High/Humidity Temperature Exposure
Typical products tested:
Fabrics, soft armour, helmets, demining suits, EOD equipment, ballistic eye protection, Spall liners & Vehicle protection.
Ballistic Capability:
Calibre: High velocity up to 25mm, Low velocity up to 120mm
Velocity: 100ms-1 to in excess of 2000ms-1 (subject to projectile type)
HSV: Up to 100,000fps on request.
Typical test standards:
STANAG 4569 / AEP-55 vol 1, vol2, vol3
AEP-2920 / STANAG 2920: PROCEDURES FOR THE EVALUATION AND CLASSIFICATION OF PERSONAL ARMOUR BULLET AND FRAGMENTATION THREATS
PAS 300, VSAG 12 & VPAM
MIL-STD-662F: V50 Test for ballistic armour
Customer defined:
For up to date pricing and to book a PBL test click HERE. For general enquiries please use our contact form HERE, call us on +44 (0)1793 784250, Email on Enquiries@PrecisionBallistics.co.uk or for single sample and postal tests.
Postal customers are advised that all import, customs and transport costs are their responsibility. PBL reserves the right to refuse delivery of samples with outstanding charges to be cleared. Invoicing for tests is sent upon completion and must be cleared prior to release of results.
