Testing
Information
Safeguard Doors Bullet resistant doors and frames have been independently
tested up to Class G2 Hand Gun 44 Magnum and S86 12 bore shotgun with
single solid lead slug. They have also
been successfully tested in accordance with the requirements of BS EN
1522: 1998 / BS EN 1523: 1999.
Test level achieved is FB5(s) & FB6(s) – equivalent BS
5051 R1 & R2.
The independent testing was carried out by Wiltshire Ballistic Services.
The extent of the testing included potential weak spots such as
lockcases, cylinder/keyholes, hinges and glazing apertures.
Inward and outward opening door applications were also accounted
for within the independent test.
| Class |
Type
of
Weapon |
Calibre |
Bullet
Type |
Bullet
Mass |
Test
Range |
Bullet
Velocity |
Comparison |
FB5(s) |
Rifle |
5.56x45* |
FJ2)/
PB/
SCP1
|
4,0
±0,1 |
10
±0,5 |
950
±10
|
Equiv.
R1 |
FB6(s) |
Rifle |
5.56x45* |
FJ2)/
PB/
SCP1
|
4,0
±0,1 |
10
±0,5 |
950
±10
|
|
FB6(s) |
Rifle
(see
note)
|
7.62x51* |
FJ1)/
PB/
SC
|
9,5
±0,1 |
10
±0,5 |
950
±10
|
Equiv.
R2 |
FJ1) = full steel jacket (plated)
FJ2) = full copper alloy jacket
PB = pointed bullet
SC = soft core (lead)
SCP1 = soft core (lead) with steel penetrator
(type SS109)
* To achieve the stated values for [5.56 x 45], the recommended
barrel twist length = (178±10)mm
Note 1: When a shot is to be fired at a single point the test range
may be reduced to achieve the firing acuracy as defined in Section
6 of EN 1523: 1998. In this case it may not be possible to measure
the velocity of the bullet.
Finishes
A variety of finishes are available which include:
Paint finish
Veneers – stained
Solid featured panelled construction
Construction
The construction of the bullet resistant door can be further enhanced
to accommodate protection against sustained physical attack. For
more information please see The Safehaven
Door.
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New European Standards
BS EN 1522: 1998 - windows, doors, shutters and blinds (bullet
resistant).
BS EN 1523: 1999 - windows, doors, shutters and blinds (bullet resistant).
The new European Standards have not only raised the standard of
independent testing requirements but in
addition have provided specific guidelines for the testing of doorsets which
the original British Standards (BS 5051 - part one - bullet resistant glazing
requirements) did not provide for.
The image below indicates the comprehensive test method used and
the severity of the ballistic attack, which should not be underestimated.
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