Thank you so much for this idea. This is my second time reviewing these and I'm taking notes to try making some plates I can wear. The more I can cover, the better! Did you ever write any manner of supplementary recipe? Something that someone could print out in addition to watching your demos in order to keep the process straight during execution?
@@vincentdivita7800 I've been working on that! Once I finalize all my tests they'll be a downloadable PDF for a comprehensive guide to work HDPE into body armor. So one more round of testing, then on to final full plate builds.
Thank you so much for making these video's because poor people need a way to protect themselfs from the world we are now living in. It's so very kind & pure in heart of you to care enough to share your wisdom with other's. And again thank you so so so very much & may God bless you & your loved one's.
Thanks man, have you seen my new one? I stopped more powerful rounds using this method! ruclips.net/video/u-FBHZ2gaXU/видео.html a link to my new video.
I've been looking into making my own ceramic plates, even going so far as using clay and various metal and and ceramic particles to increase the hardness. I'll make some videos if the tests yield any positive results. And car armor would be an interesting build, thanks for the suggestion!
Tech this out meow Thanks. Just because you have few subs in the beginning doesn't mean your content is bad. If you keep working you will gain more subs. Thanks for the reply!
Best video yet soldier. Love the new intro. Holy shit you went all in for this video. Looks like it was loads of work, but you got it done. Now we all know exactly what can be done with these materials. Seriously brother extremely interesting, informative, and clever. Respect to your pops as well for the good shooting. A fine marksman to be sure. Almost felt like i was watching a demolition ranch video peep out his channel if you haven't already brother. Next we should try with rifle rounds i can bring my p90, and my AK if you need them homie. Fine work well done.
Thanks man, and thanks for suggesting this project. i would have never thought that the plastic found in milkjugs could be so tough and reliable. Also the way i laminated the fiberglass was like that knife handle you showed me, and it seemed to work great. the next viedo will show what im talking about, this was a fun project.
Do you find that the HDPE melts when the bullet hits the plate? And thus compromising the integrity of the stopping power from the plate. Awesome video, I love seeing DIY body armor ideas that go outside of the typical “ceramic tile, steel plate, and Kevlar” realm
If you can damage the bullet with something very hard before it reaches the milk jug armor it could be more effective. Maybe infusing ceramic tiles or gravel near the outer surface of the armor, but encapsulate it in the plastic.
I have done that! here's a link to the newer video, I think you'll find it interesting: ruclips.net/video/u-FBHZ2gaXU/видео.html thanks for the comment.
This is really good. However I'd try with testing at multiple ranges with different calibres of ammunition. You'll need to make more plates, but they're just milk jugs lol. I'm going to be making some plates using different fiberglass and sheet steel layups using epoxy and polyester resin some time this summer. I may do some experimentation with Line-X or Rhino truck bed lining too.
From the looks of it, this material seems to catch the bullets really well, and it also keeps the bullets intact. Most ap rounds rely on using hard metal bullets that don’t deform and lose pen power due to that, so I wonder if it cancels out the ap advantages of using hard metal bullets? I also wonder how effective this material may be if melted in layers with the Fibreglass layers laminated by the plastic, causing it to both be extremely durable (being able to take multiple rounds without becoming useless) and being able to spread the impact out really effectively, while still being super light. It is probably a viable option for replacing a heavy, steel strike plate with this fibreglass-heavy plastic laminate plate that has similar protection, better durability, and weights half as much.
Thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed my projects. I try to share as much information as possible on these videos to help people working on similar projects and to show people how easy it is to work plastics at home.
Have you seen my newest video on the topic? I've been trying some additives, and boy does that improve it's ballistic resistance. There's going to be another video soon when I try even more!
So just a question because I am not at all familiar with this type of testing but shouldn't the clay be against something completely immobile, to prevent the movement of the clay from absorbing some of the energy? Great video and I love DIY and guns so cool stuff.
Your right, when I tested this it was also at an angle, which it shouldn't be. Future tests will be held to a better standard now that I've studied the NIJ testing practices and ruling. I'm glad you enjoyed the video!
I'll make sure to do that, yeah i'm still working out how best to shoot these videos as well as camera angles and stuff, I feel like my editing and stuff has been getting better.
no problem! I'm working on new plates like this soon, check back later and there should be a new video on HDPE plates, my goal is to push that plastic to its max.
Yeah someone else has suggested this as well, I think i'm going to look into that. Hopefully this next round of testing goes well, if it does i'll see if you would want to shoot my stuff. thanks for the comment!
Dre Gramlich yeah. Thats a great idea. He with put it threw all the tests you want. Plus, he’s got like 40 guns or more. Rifles, pistols, shotguns, 50 cals. Watched one a few minutes ago. He tested a qtr inch thick low grade steel plate glued to a rubber horse mat Stopped a good bit of punishment as well.
I've considered it, I'm still testing a few things out before I can say i'm confident in my ability to stop rifle rounds. I'll post some projects soon, and also some tests I've been conducting, should be a good time!
Good job on the project. You need a 44 mag with fmj projectiles. FYI, 9mm is generally known as a very penetrative round. Stopping 9mm was pretty impressive but you are also using pretty low velocity loads based on data you stated. Tell your reloading friend to look up at use max 9mm loads using long shot or blue dot powders and you likely be in the 1200 FPS range. Also use a jacketed bullet versus hard cast or plated bullets. Also stay from hollow point projectiles because they are designed to limit penetration through their expansion. Anyway, good job. You need to continue to test until failure then improve materials/design and try again. If you can stop a .233 I would be SUPER IMPRESSED. Away, keep up good work.
Yeah i really want to stop a .223, I have a ruger mini 14 so it's gonna get tested lol. Yeah im still learning when it comes to load rounds and fps, thanks for the suggestion using blue dot, I have alot of loading equipment from my grand father and have wanted to get into it myself. Stay tuned, I have a video coming up here real soon i think you'll enjoy!
Tech this out meow - if you have reloading equipment and like to shoot, reloading is cost effective, educational and you eventually produce Ammo that at minimum is equal to store bought and likely far superior to what you can buy. You tube is a freakin encyclopedia of reloading “how too”. Get a good loading manual like Hornaday. I Look forward to see more from you.
yeah, it stopped a 380 by itself, but when it was rapped in fiberglass and resin applied to it it could stop even higher energy rounds. Like a 9mm, and a 38 special.
I wish I had my .357 magnum at the time, like I did when i tested my guy fawkes mask and bullet resistant glass builds. But I'll be returning to this project sometime soon to see if I can make an even stronger plate.
Why yes it does, one of the nice things about HDPE is that its quite buoyant. However, i don't know if it could as a flotation device, it would need air or something trapped inside of it, like a foam.
While it wouldnt stop a rifle round i want to believe that theres some material that could go between two layers of the shield all bolted together that perhaps could
yeah I'm working on some new designs now, should have some new plate videos up here really soon. I've been sick these last few days so i haven't wanted to record anything, but soon ill be doing some testing. Should be a good time!
I really want to build a shield, I think I'm going to use polycarbonate as a base. I want to do some tests first to make sure I can effectively stop rifle rounds first.
Great proof of concept!! You need a better shooter though. Pistols don't "shoot/hit low." Crappy shooters do. Guy had improper grip, terrible trigger control, and anticipated the recoil. I cringed when he put the blame on the gun.
Interesting, but you're testing with weak calibers - what the US practical shooting association classifies as minor calibers - to be confident about stopping pistol bullets, test with 357 magnum.
I've redone this project and managed to stop rifle and shotgun rounds! that video is here: ruclips.net/video/u-FBHZ2gaXU/видео.html
Thank you so much for this idea. This is my second time reviewing these and I'm taking notes to try making some plates I can wear. The more I can cover, the better! Did you ever write any manner of supplementary recipe? Something that someone could print out in addition to watching your demos in order to keep the process straight during execution?
@@vincentdivita7800 I've been working on that! Once I finalize all my tests they'll be a downloadable PDF for a comprehensive guide to work HDPE into body armor. So one more round of testing, then on to final full plate builds.
you have to us a red hdpe plastic ,they say red is a color that can hold pressure more then other colors
Thank you so much for making these video's because poor people need a way to protect themselfs from the world we are now living in. It's so very kind & pure in heart of you to care enough to share your wisdom with other's. And again thank you so so so very much & may God bless you & your loved one's.
Thanks man, have you seen my new one? I stopped more powerful rounds using this method! ruclips.net/video/u-FBHZ2gaXU/видео.html a link to my new video.
This is awesome. You should try using ceramic tiles to stop rifle rounds. If it works it could be used for improvised vehicle armor.
I've been looking into making my own ceramic plates, even going so far as using clay and various metal and and ceramic particles to increase the hardness. I'll make some videos if the tests yield any positive results. And car armor would be an interesting build, thanks for the suggestion!
Tech this out meow Thanks. Just because you have few subs in the beginning doesn't mean your content is bad. If you keep working you will gain more subs. Thanks for the reply!
Just subbed!
Great job!
Hope your ready i know im ready for the results
Best video yet soldier. Love the new intro. Holy shit you went all in for this video. Looks like it was loads of work, but you got it done. Now we all know exactly what can be done with these materials. Seriously brother extremely interesting, informative, and clever. Respect to your pops as well for the good shooting. A fine marksman to be sure. Almost felt like i was watching a demolition ranch video peep out his channel if you haven't already brother. Next we should try with rifle rounds i can bring my p90, and my AK if you need them homie. Fine work well done.
Thanks man, and thanks for suggesting this project. i would have never thought that the plastic found in milkjugs could be so tough and reliable. Also the way i laminated the fiberglass was like that knife handle you showed me, and it seemed to work great. the next viedo will show what im talking about, this was a fun project.
Do you find that the HDPE melts when the bullet hits the plate? And thus compromising the integrity of the stopping power from the plate. Awesome video, I love seeing DIY body armor ideas that go outside of the typical “ceramic tile, steel plate, and Kevlar” realm
This video was well put together.
If you can damage the bullet with something very hard before it reaches the milk jug armor it could be more effective. Maybe infusing ceramic tiles or gravel near the outer surface of the armor, but encapsulate it in the plastic.
I have done that! here's a link to the newer video, I think you'll find it interesting: ruclips.net/video/u-FBHZ2gaXU/видео.html
thanks for the comment.
This is really good. However I'd try with testing at multiple ranges with different calibres of ammunition. You'll need to make more plates, but they're just milk jugs lol. I'm going to be making some plates using different fiberglass and sheet steel layups using epoxy and polyester resin some time this summer. I may do some experimentation with Line-X or Rhino truck bed lining too.
what was your oven time and temperature to melt the hdpe? keep up the good work
Try checking out precious plastic's channel. They have a whole video dedicated to plastic melting temps
In the previous video he said around 350°
Finally, someone actually USING the melted plastic to actually make something!
I know! so many vids on just how to make it into a blank sheet, and barely any on what you can use it for. thanks for the comment.
From the looks of it, this material seems to catch the bullets really well, and it also keeps the bullets intact. Most ap rounds rely on using hard metal bullets that don’t deform and lose pen power due to that, so I wonder if it cancels out the ap advantages of using hard metal bullets? I also wonder how effective this material may be if melted in layers with the Fibreglass layers laminated by the plastic, causing it to both be extremely durable (being able to take multiple rounds without becoming useless) and being able to spread the impact out really effectively, while still being super light. It is probably a viable option for replacing a heavy, steel strike plate with this fibreglass-heavy plastic laminate plate that has similar protection, better durability, and weights half as much.
Very cool stuff...!
You’ve given me lots to think about.
Thanks for sharing this information with
us and have a great day.
Thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed my projects. I try to share as much information as possible on these videos to help people working on similar projects and to show people how easy it is to work plastics at home.
I think you have a piece of a puzzle. I think you need some tempered steel embedded in that.
Have you seen my newest video on the topic? I've been trying some additives, and boy does that improve it's ballistic resistance. There's going to be another video soon when I try even more!
@@Techthisoutmeow I have not seen the latest. I think you have a strong material. I was thinking adding different materials to make laminated armor.
@@robertkubrick3738 here: ruclips.net/video/u-FBHZ2gaXU/видео.html watch this one!
Try again. Go to 1/2 inch thick and wrap in kevlar fabric to see if you can stop rifles rounds.
So just a question because I am not at all familiar with this type of testing but shouldn't the clay be against something completely immobile, to prevent the movement of the clay from absorbing some of the energy?
Great video and I love DIY and guns so cool stuff.
Your right, when I tested this it was also at an angle, which it shouldn't be. Future tests will be held to a better standard now that I've studied the NIJ testing practices and ruling. I'm glad you enjoyed the video!
You should show the plate close up after the shots, that's what gets the people going! Good build though.
I'll make sure to do that, yeah i'm still working out how best to shoot these videos as well as camera angles and stuff, I feel like my editing and stuff has been getting better.
Nice job, thanks for sharing!
no problem! I'm working on new plates like this soon, check back later and there should be a new video on HDPE plates, my goal is to push that plastic to its max.
I'd like to see it integrated into the Wonder Hoodie.
You should send it to Matt from Demolition Ranch.
Yeah someone else has suggested this as well, I think i'm going to look into that. Hopefully this next round of testing goes well, if it does i'll see if you would want to shoot my stuff. thanks for the comment!
Dre Gramlich yeah. Thats a great idea. He with put it threw all the tests you want. Plus, he’s got like 40 guns or more. Rifles, pistols, shotguns, 50 cals. Watched one a few minutes ago. He tested a qtr inch thick low grade steel plate glued to a rubber horse mat Stopped a good bit of punishment as well.
Very good job . I want to know the tickness of the plastic blocks . Thank you for sharing ...
this is very educational. subbed :D. keep it up
thanks man, glad you enjoyed it! I just uploaded the build for these plates.
You should show the process for making rifle level armor.
I've considered it, I'm still testing a few things out before I can say i'm confident in my ability to stop rifle rounds. I'll post some projects soon, and also some tests I've been conducting, should be a good time!
Looking forward to the videos on that :)
Yeah now that it has finally warmed up here in Indiana I'm ready to go test some new plates.
try 100mm, 200mm, and PE-sand-graphene ceramic-composite, you could add a steel plate
Good job on the project. You need a 44 mag with fmj projectiles. FYI, 9mm is generally known as a very penetrative round. Stopping 9mm was pretty impressive but you are also using pretty low velocity loads based on data you stated. Tell your reloading friend to look up at use max 9mm loads using long shot or blue dot powders and you likely be in the 1200 FPS range. Also use a jacketed bullet versus hard cast or plated bullets. Also stay from hollow point projectiles because they are designed to limit penetration through their expansion. Anyway, good job. You need to continue to test until failure then improve materials/design and try again. If you can stop a .233 I would be SUPER IMPRESSED. Away, keep up good work.
Yeah i really want to stop a .223, I have a ruger mini 14 so it's gonna get tested lol. Yeah im still learning when it comes to load rounds and fps, thanks for the suggestion using blue dot, I have alot of loading equipment from my grand father and have wanted to get into it myself. Stay tuned, I have a video coming up here real soon i think you'll enjoy!
Tech this out meow - if you have reloading equipment and like to shoot, reloading is cost effective, educational and you eventually produce Ammo that at minimum is equal to store bought and likely far superior to what you can buy. You tube is a freakin encyclopedia of reloading “how too”. Get a good loading manual like Hornaday. I Look forward to see more from you.
Easily earned a sub awesome videos!
Awesome video! 👍 You got a new subscriber
Love this experiment. You might be on to something. Keep at it!💡💡
Very cool channel! Thanks, subbed.
Thanks, glad you enjoyed it. More to come soon!
sssr in his aircraft i-15 in 1930 they put armor made from plastics(Bakelite)
man that's some old school plastic right there, i wonder how well it worked.
pls brother answer me EPoxy or ployster which better
make a larger version n send it to demo ranch, he would try to destroy it
So, the First plate is just melted down milkjugs?
yeah, it stopped a 380 by itself, but when it was rapped in fiberglass and resin applied to it it could stop even higher energy rounds. Like a 9mm, and a 38 special.
Tech this out meow Well, I like what you are doing. Subscribed under the alias "Cry Havoc "
I wish I had my .357 magnum at the time, like I did when i tested my guy fawkes mask and bullet resistant glass builds. But I'll be returning to this project sometime soon to see if I can make an even stronger plate.
Tech this out meow -GR8, can't wait to see it.
Well thanks for subscribing!
outstanding job, keep it up.
thanks, a new project video is coming soon!
those pants look like some old roofing pants
good vids, thanks will pass along...God bless ...doug
no problem bro, glad you enjoy my work. I was very surprised how well this turned out, and there's plenty more to come!
Before shooting it you should show what type of firearm and round your using 👍🏻😁, just sub'd
Does it float? Im assuming it does
Why yes it does, one of the nice things about HDPE is that its quite buoyant. However, i don't know if it could as a flotation device, it would need air or something trapped inside of it, like a foam.
Tech this out meow id be interested in making a large rectangular ballistic shield out of this stuff because its so light
While it wouldnt stop a rifle round i want to believe that theres some material that could go between two layers of the shield all bolted together that perhaps could
yeah I'm working on some new designs now, should have some new plate videos up here really soon. I've been sick these last few days so i haven't wanted to record anything, but soon ill be doing some testing. Should be a good time!
I really want to build a shield, I think I'm going to use polycarbonate as a base. I want to do some tests first to make sure I can effectively stop rifle rounds first.
Nice work.
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it.
Has anyone tried a plastic blend? Like HDPE with a stronger plastic?
sheet metal on the face
weston???
Great proof of concept!! You need a better shooter though. Pistols don't "shoot/hit low." Crappy shooters do. Guy had improper grip, terrible trigger control, and anticipated the recoil.
I cringed when he put the blame on the gun.
Interesting, but you're testing with weak calibers - what the US practical shooting association classifies as minor calibers - to be confident about stopping pistol bullets, test with 357 magnum.
Make a zombie riot shield
so like a Riot shield, only for zombies??
Tech this out meow EXACTLY
is it good for knives?
It can stop a rifle. 22 long rifle 🤣
Ight. This is dope. But the videos over byyyeee 🤣👌🏼
Build rifle proof leg and arm Gauntlets body armor
That sentance is a fucking mess