Proven Performance in Demanding Applications
For nearly 50 years, Saint-Gobain has led the way in the development of high-performance materials for ceramic armor systems. From the first ceramic body armor system for U.S. troops in Vietnam to the modern body armor systems, Saint-Gobain is committed to protecting the warfighter.
As the world's largest ceramic producer, Saint-Gobain's parts range from high-volume net shape tiles for vehicles and aircraft to complex engineered components for personal protection. Saint-Gobain protects the war fighter on the land and in the air.
Leading the Industry
Saint-Gobain's Silicon Carbide materials provide performance advantages that are unmatched in the industry:
| Saint-Gobain Performance Ceramics & Refractories | |
|---|---|
| Product Category | Industrial Ceramic Materials |
| Product Number | Forceram® |
| Product Name | Ceramic Armor Material |
| Material Type | Carbide Material; Silicon Carbide |
| Shape / Form | Custom Shape |
| Applications | Armor / Ballistic Protection; MIL-STD Body Armor, Vehicle and Aircraft Panels |
| Thermal Conductivity | 20 W/m-K (11.56 BTU-ft/hr-ft²-F) |
