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How do I store my AR500 armor?
· AR500 Armor is safe and reliable for long-term storage. · If your AR500 Armor body armor gets dirty, let it be and insert back into plate carrier, or wipe with a damp cloth to desired cleanliness level, place back into plate carrier. Can I Own Body Armor?
What are the benefits of AR500 armor?
· AR500 Armor is 100% sealed and impermeable to liquids, harsh elements, and most chemicals. · AR500 Armor is safe and reliable for long-term storage.
Who manufactures AR500 armor?
Here you will find detailed information and frequently asked questions specific to body armor manufactured by AR500 Armor of the Armored Republic. AR500 Armor® is the industry-leading manufacturer of high-quality and high-value ballistic and body armor solutions. We take pride in manufacturing our armor 100% in-house from start to finish.
How do I contact ar500armor customer service?
Email (General Inquiries or Status Updates): Send us an email at Support@ar500armor.com and a Customer Service Agent will reply to your email, Monday-Friday, from 8:00am to 4:30pm, Arizona time. We respond to e-mails as quickly as possible.
Can I cancel my AR500 order?
At AR500 Armor®, 100 percent customer satisfaction is always our goal. We understand that issues with orders may arise from time to time that need to be addressed. Sales of promotional, seasonal, discontinued, and clearance items, as well as e-gift cards, are all final and cannot be returned or exchanged.
How long does it take to get AR500 Armor?
Not all orders have a production time, but all orders will have a processing time. On average our processing time is a maximum of 10 business days, however, this is an estimation and that time frame can be quicker or longer based on the number of orders placed prior to your order.
What is better than AR500?
AR500 and AR550 are both designed to withstand many rounds of shooting. AR550, however, is slightly harder and is generally considered acceptable to use with rifles. This difference in hardness might not be noticeable upon the first few rounds of shooting, but AR550 will have more long-term durability.
Are AR500 plates certified?
Unlike other AR500 Steel armor plates available on the market, the CT-AR500 plate is the first to receive NIJ 0101.06 Certification and is also DEA Compliant so you can purchase with confidence. It is designed to be a thin, low profile, economical armor solution for law enforcement and military personnel.
Do body armor plates expire?
Yes, body armor does have an expiration date. In most cases, this expiration date is around 5 years. This, of course, depends on materials used to produce said armor.
Why does body armor expire?
You might have thought that expiration dates are limited to items like food and medicine, but body armor and other similar safety products also have a shelf life. This is because the chemical compounds that make up a vest, such as industrial fiber or Kevlar, degrade over time.
Does AR500 steel rust?
With a hardness range between 477 – 550 BHN, AR500 is known for its toughness and excellent wear resistance, along with exceptional fatigue and corrosion resistance. Since it's an extremely durable and long-lasting material, AR500 can help lower material costs.
What does the AR in AR500 stand for?
Abrasion ResistantThe “AR” in AR500 steel actually stands for Abrasion Resistant, while the number, in this case 500, indicates the Brinell Hardness Number (BHN) which falls within 460-544 for most AR500 steel.
How much does a sheet of AR500 steel cost?
AR500 F Carbon Steel SheetAR500 F Carbon Steel SheetPart #Thickness (in.)PriceMS-11097.375"$526.80MS-11098.375"$647.56MS-11099.375"$894.3262 more rows
What level body armor do police wear?
The majority of police across the country normally wear level IIIA body armor or soft inserts as their everyday ballistic protection. There is nothing wrong with Level IIIA body armor, but it's only going to stop handgun bullets.
Does the military use steel plates?
That's why the U.S. military uses ceramic plates and Kevlar body armor. It not only protects troops but allows them enough mobility to do their jobs in a hostile environment.
Can you drill AR500 steel?
You can drill through AR500 steel with a drill press and a carbide tipped masonry bit.
Does AR500 have a military discount?
We offer discounts to Military, Law Enforcement, and EMS Personnel! The discount is 10% off Hard Armor and 5% off Plate Carrier Packages and other accessories! Email our support team at support@ar500armor.com for more information on how to receive a discount code!
How good is AR500 Armor?
The armor covers up to the threat level below: Independently tested and rated to NIJ 0101.06 standards to defeat six (6) rounds of 7.62x51 M80 NATO Ball from 51' at 2,780 feet per second.
What will AR500 Level 3 Stop?
7.62x51 M80 NATOThis means that its Level III protection is rated to stop 7.62x51 M80 NATO Ball (. 308 Winchester) at a velocity of up to 2,780 FPS, and special threat tested to stop 5.56mm M855/SS109 (Green Tip) at a velocity of 2,780 FPS.
Where is AR500 Armor made?
Phoenix, ArizonaAR500 Armor® is a privately held business; our headquarters, team members, and manufacturing facility are located in Phoenix, Arizona.
How long does it take to return an AR500 target?
Targets which fail to meet the required hardness spec of 475-525 (500 +/- 5%) will be replaced upon return to AR500 Target Solutions within 30 days of purchase. Return shipping is at buyer’s expense (US postal flat rate boxes are the cheapest, around $18). For returns where hardness failure is suspected, please include details of the situation leading to suspected failure, including photos of the mounting system, distance, and load data for the projectile (fps, weight, caliber, and material). To be eligible for a return, your item must be used within our posted usage guidelines and not been shot with ammo containing steel. If AR500 Target Solutions confirms through testing that an unaltered target fails to meet the required hardness spec, a replacement target will be shipped to you, and we’ll make sure you’re covered on your out of pocket for returning our bad target, likely in the form of additional steel. If the target cannot be confirmed to fail the required hardness, we’ll be happy to ship it back to you at your expense.
Can you return an AR500 Target product?
You will receive your credit within 3-5 business days of the return product’s arrival at our facility. AR500 Target Solutions will not refund money for used product that is returned.
Can you shoot AR500 with steel core?
Shooting any AR500 Target Solutions target with steel jacketed, steel core, incendiary, armor piercing (AP), or light armor piercing (LAP) projectiles will void any warranty and may result in significant damage to the target, increased risk of ricochet, and risk of fire. If it’s not lead and copper, it’s not meant to be shot at steel. Soft points (SP), hard cast lead, wadcutter and hollow points are the ammo of choice.
What level is AR500?
AR500 Armor® tests our level III body armor with the following calibers:
What is AR500 armor?
AR500 Armor® is the industry-leading manufacturer of high-quality and high-value ballistic and body armor solutions. We take pride in manufacturing our armor 100% in-house from start to finish. This allows unparalleled quality control by utilizing the latest technology in production and quality assurance in each step of our manufacturing process.
What is AR500 testing?
All AR500 Armor® finished products are subject to extensive ballistic testing. This includes independent lab testing pre and post manufacturing, from its raw form to a completed product, and in house batch testing. Independent lab tests are performed by the most reputable independent ballistic test laboratory in the United States, HP White Laboratory, Inc. Our Level III Body Armor is tested to NIJ-STD-0101.06 Level III Calibers (Military Ball), Shot Placement and Deformation standards. Testing to the same and more extensive standards is also performed in-house in our Phoenix, Arizona manufacturing facility.
What is the Brinell Hardness Scale for AR500?
The core of AR500 Armor body armor measures in on the Brinell Hardness Scale (BNH) between 504 and 519. Reliable traits of our core such as consistent thickness and temper are what we’ve built our reputation on. AR500 Armor is known for producing reliable and effective body armor solutions. Simply put, we use the highest quality ballistic grade steel available in the industry. Few in the industry have the ability to obtain the same quality material and utilize our unique manufacturing techniques.
What time does the 602-501-9607 call?
If you have already placed an order for all items and would like to split your order so the items with lesser production times ship ahead of the longer items, please give us a call at 602-501-9607 M-F 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM MST and we can split your order.
How many portions of your order does processing time cover?
Processing time covers two portions of your order.
Can you use AR500 armor with other armor?
AR500 Armor Steel Core Body Armor does not need to be used in conjunction with other panels or armor to be effective for its rating. It is designed as a Stand-Alone solution.
