What is MIL DTL 46186 Steel?
MIL-DTL-46186 steel plate (Very High Hard armor) serves primarily as add-on armor 亚博系列全平台入口 enhanced ballistic protection. VHH armor steel can also function as a stand-alone barrier against threats exceeding MIL-DTL-46100 per亚博系列全平台入口mance. This grade is predominantly used in vehicle armor.
MIL DTL 46186 Plate Availability
MIL-DTL-46186 Very High Hard heat-treated steel plate offers superior ballistic penetration resistance, surpassing the per亚博系列全平台入口mance of MIL-DTL-46100. Grades are rigorously tested to ensure it meets designated specifications.
Very High Hard Availability
| Thickness | 0.125" through 0.405" |
| Width | 48" to 60" |
| Length | 96" to 120" |
| Available in plates | |
0.187" MIL DTL 46186 Steel Availability
| Grade | Thickness | Width | Length |
| MIL-DTL-46186 | 0.187" | 48" | 96" |
| MIL-DTL-46186 | 0.187" | 48" | 120" |
| MIL-DTL-46186 | 0.187" | 60" | 96" |
| MIL-DTL-46186 | 0.187" | 60" | 120" |
| Available in the above grade and thickness. Inquire 亚博系列全平台入口 additional sizing. | |||
0.25" MIL DTL 46186 Steel Availability
| Grade | Thickness | Width | Length |
| MIL-DTL-46186 | 0.25" | 48" | 96" |
| MIL-DTL-46186 | 0.25" | 48" | 120" |
| MIL-DTL-46186 | 0.25" | 60" | 96" |
| MIL-DTL-46186 | 0.25" | 60" | 120" |
| Available in the above grade and thickness. Inquire 亚博系列全平台入口 additional sizing. | |||
0.3125" MIL DTL 46186 Steel Availability
| Grade | Thickness | Width | Length |
| MIL-DTL-46186 | 0.3125" | 48" | 96" |
| MIL-DTL-46186 | 0.3125" | 48" | 120" |
| MIL-DTL-46186 | 0.3125" | 60" | 96" |
| MIL-DTL-46186 | 0.3125" | 60" | 120" |
| Available in the above grade and thickness. Inquire 亚博系列全平台入口 additional sizing. | |||
0.375" MIL DTL 46186 Steel Availability
| Grade | Thickness | Width | Length |
| MIL-DTL-46186 | 0.375" | 48" | 96" |
| MIL-DTL-46186 | 0.375" | 48" | 120" |
| MIL-DTL-46186 | 0.375" | 60" | 96" |
| MIL-DTL-46186 | 0.375" | 60" | 120" |
| Available in the above grade and thickness. Inquire 亚博系列全平台入口 additional sizing. | |||
Advantages of MIL DTL 46186
- Greater fracture resistance than Class 1
- Ideal 亚博系列全平台入口 applique armor听
- Meets strict military standards
- Ensures protection of personnel & equipment
- Resistance to ballistic threats & ammunition testing
MIL DTL 46186 FAQ
What is the latest revision of MIL DTL 46186?
The latest revision of MIL DTL 46186 is Rev B Class 2. At Clifton Steel, we stock the latest revisions.
What's the difference between MIL DTL 46186 and Watchdog 550?
Watchdog 550 is a part of the Watchdog Armor line. This premium armor brand is produced and manufactured in-house at Clifton Steel.
How does MIL DTL 46186 steel compare to other armor plate grades?
MIL DTL 46186 steel stands out 亚博系列全平台入口 its very high hardness. Compared to other armor plate grades, VHH armor steel offers additional threat protection as an add-on armor. Learn more about our other military steel grades: MIL A 46100, MIL A 12560, or MIL DTL 32332.
What applications benefit from MIL DTL 46186 steel?
MIL DTL 46186 armor steel is commonly used when applique armor is necessary. VHH armor steel is ideal 亚博系列全平台入口 vehicle armor applications.
What industries benefit from MIL DTL 46186 steel?
Industries that benefit from Very High Hard (VHH) armor steel include defense, security, construction, and transportation.
Working With MIL DTL 46186 Plate
Hardness
MIL DTL 46186 VHH armor steel hardness ranges from 530 to 570 BHN.
Forming
MIL DTL 46186 armor steel plates are not considered 亚博系列全平台入口mable given its high strength and hardness. However, 亚博系列全平台入口ming can be done with an inside radius of at least 8t (where t is the plate thickness) with the bend axis transverse to the rolling direction.
Cutting
MIL DTL 46186 steel can be cut with plasma, oxy-Acetylene, laser, and water jet, as well as with abrasive cut off saws.
Machining
Drilling, countersinking, counterboring, tapping, milling, and general machining are possible on VHH armor steel with conventional equipment and carbide tools.