What is D3O used for?
D3O is sold in more than 50 countries. It is used in sports and motorcycle gear; protective cases for consumer electronics including phones; industrial workwear; and military protection including helmet pads and limb protectors.
Can D3O stop a bullet?
ARE D3O® MATERIALS BULLETPROOF OR STAB PROOF? No. To date, D3O has focused on soft armour and materials suitable for blunt trauma impacts. These materials in isolation are not bullet or stab-proof.
How is D3O harmful?
D3O isn’t currently biodegradable or recyclable, and its synthesizing process is toxic. D3O is a rate-sensitive, soft, flexible material that has high shock absorbing properties, so it could be used in impact protection products – sportswear, motorcycle gear, phone cases, armor etc.
Is d30 any good?
The current D3O works as well in jeans as any armour currently out there, but the new stuff is lighter and thinner. It folds around the knee when you’re on the bike such that you barely know you’re wearing it. But because it’s flat it’s particularly easy to wear when you’re off the bike and the armour drops a little.
Is d30 real?
D3O® is another type of shear-thickening fluid. It is composed of a polymer substance suspended in an oily-type liquid lubricant. This mixture is classified as a colloid, a mixture in which the dispersed substance is permanently suspended in a dispersing medium.
Is D3O washable?
D3O protectors are wipe-clean only, using a damp cloth. NEVER use cleaners or detergents on or launder your D3O product. This may result in irreparable damage and will severely reduce the effectiveness of your D3O product.
Can you cut D3O?
The D3O isn’t too easy to cut, though mostly due to its thickness. Keep any large-enough leftover pieces. You can use two to make another set of custom motorcycle hip armor for casual riding pants. Similarly, you can even use it as a tailbone protector for some hardcore riding pants.
Can you cut d30?
Is d30 CE rated?
D3O® is the number one choice for motorcycle body armour and protective gear that delivers outstanding impact protection, comfort and flexibility. From MotoGP, to off-road and the street, our innovative range of CE Level 1 and Level 2 certified products are trusted and sold worldwide by leading motorcycle brands.
Who created D3O?
engineer Richard Palmer
D3O® was invented in 1999 by British engineer Richard Palmer. An avid snowboarder, he was looking for a way to protect himself from the many bumps and bruises he suffered from frequent wipeouts on his board. He found his answer in D3O,® which was named after the lab in which it was discovered.
Where is d30 made?
Every D3O® product and material starts life in the D3O Lab in London. It’s a state-of-the-art innovation centre where we ensure everything matches our commitment to making the world’s best impact protection.
Can you trim d30 armor?