Armortex® manufactures bullet-resistant fiberglass panels in eight UL 752 levels, from the O.F. 100 (Level 1) to the O.F. 800 (Level 8), and prices them by quote rather than through a published price list. Buyers request pricing through Armortex’s regional sales representatives, by phone or email, or with the Request a Quote form on the fiberglass panel product page, supplying the level, dimensions, quantities, and any customization.
Because a quote reflects the project as well as the panel, this article explains what Armortex’s own materials say about cost: panel weight by level, freight and handling, structural support, field labor, custom cutting, and installation. It also shows how to request quotes on a basis that can be compared line by line across suppliers.
Quick Answer
Armortex prices its UL 752 Level 1–8 ballistic panels by quote. Its published materials tie total project cost largely to panel weight, which runs from 2.9 lb/ft² for the Level 1 O.F. 100 to 16 lb/ft² for the Level 8 O.F. 800, along with freight, handling equipment, structural support, and field labor. Installation is priced separately because Armortex supplies material only.
What Is an Armortex UL 752 Ballistic Panel?
An Armortex UL 752 ballistic panel is an opaque fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) sheet tested to UL 752, 11th Edition, Standard for Bullet Resisting Equipment. Armortex weaves ballistic-grade fiberglass in-house, impregnates it with thermoset polyester resin, and hot-presses it into rigid sheets that capture bullets.
Every level is available in 3′ × 8′, 4′ × 8′, 3′ × 9′, 4′ × 9′, 3′ × 10′, and 4′ × 10′ sheets and is one-hour fire rated to ASTM E119-00a.
How Does Panel Construction Affect Cost?
Higher UL 752 levels stop more powerful or more numerous rounds, and Armortex’s data sheets show the panels getting thicker and heavier to do it. The Level 3 O.F. 300 is ½″ thick at 5.25 lb/ft², while the Level 5 O.F. 500 is 1⅜″ thick at 15 lb/ft².
Armortex states that much of the cost of ballistic protection is driven by weight, through shipping, handling, equipment, and structural support, and that these hidden expenses frequently exceed the initial material cost. That makes weight by level the clearest cost signal in Armortex’s published data.
Armortex Panel Weight by UL 752 Level
| Product | UL 752 level | Tested ammunition | Nominal weight (lb/ft²) | Calculated 4′ × 8′ sheet (lb) |
| O.F. 100 | 1 | 9 mm, 124 grain, 3 shots | 2.9 | 92.8 |
| O.F. 200 | 2 | .357 Magnum, 158 grain, 3 shots | 4.1 | 131.2 |
| O.F. 300 | 3 | .44 Magnum, 240 grain, 3 shots | 5.25 | 168 |
| O.F. 400 | 4 | .30 caliber rifle, 180 grain, 1 shot | 13.7 | 438.4 |
| O.F. 500 | 5 | 7.62 mm rifle, 150 grain, 1 shot | 15 | 480 |
| O.F. 600 | 6 | 9 mm, 124 grain, 5 shots | Confirm with Armortex data sheet | Confirm with Armortex data sheet |
| O.F. 700 | 7 | 5.56 mm rifle, 55 grain, 5 shots | 12.2 | 390.4 |
| O.F. 800 | 8 | 7.62 mm rifle, 150 grain, 5 shots | 16 | 512 |
Sheet weights are calculated by multiplying Armortex’s nominal weight per square foot by the 32 ft² area of a 4′ × 8′ sheet. Where the table says to confirm, verify the value against the current Armortex data sheet.
Calculated weight of one 4′ × 8′ sheet, from Armortex nominal weights. Level 6 (O.F. 600) is omitted; confirm its weight on the current data sheet.
The chart shows a step change between handgun and rifle protection: a 4′ × 8′ Level 3 sheet weighs about 168 lb, while a Level 8 sheet weighs about 512 lb.
What Cost Factors Does Armortex Identify?
| Cost factor | What Armortex says |
| Freight | Lighter panels reduce freight charges and fuel surcharges and make pallet handling easier |
| Jobsite equipment | Contractors tend to move fiberglass panels with standard forklifts or pallet jacks, avoiding crane-assisted unloading |
| Structural support | Many buildings can support fiberglass panels without significant structural upgrades |
| Retrofit scope | Panels can be added behind drywall, millwork, or finishes, avoiding demolition and reconstruction |
| Field labor | Panels can be cut on site with standard construction tools for outlets, cable paths, HVAC penetrations, and minor adjustments |
| Custom fabrication | CNC fiber optic laser and waterjet cutting are available by estimate |
| Installation | Armortex is a material supplier only; installation is contracted separately |
| Lifecycle | Fiberglass resists corrosion, is non-conductive, and remains stable under normal conditions, reducing maintenance and replacement |
How Do You Request an Armortex Quote at a Specific UL 752 Level?
- Identify the required UL 752 level for each wall or fixture from the project’s threat assessment.
- Match each level to its Armortex product, from O.F. 100 (Level 1) to O.F. 800 (Level 8).
- Choose sheet sizes from the six standard sizes and total the square footage by level.
- Include 4″ batten strips for every seam, which Armortex recommends to maintain ballistic integrity.
- List any custom shapes or cutouts that Armortex should cut by CNC laser or waterjet.
- Give the delivery location so freight can be quoted.
- Submit the request through the Armortex Contact page, the Request a Quote form, 1-800-880-8306, or info@armortex.com.
How Should Buyers Compare Quotes Across Suppliers?
A ballistic panel quote is only comparable when every supplier prices the same scope. Request each quote on the same basis:
- The same UL 752 level and edition; Armortex data sheets cite UL 752, 11th Edition
- The same sheet size, quantity, and total square footage
- Seam battens included or excluded consistently
- Custom cutting priced separately from field cutting
- Freight to the same delivery location
- Fire rating documentation, such as Armortex’s ASTM E119-00a fire test report
- Warranty terms stated in writing for the specific product
- Installation clearly included or excluded
What Should Architects and Specifiers Consider?
- Level selection drives weight. Armortex states that the right level depends on the threats the end user needs to protect against.
- Structure: rifle-level panels weigh 12.2 to 16 lb/ft², so confirm framing and floor capacity early.
- Regional materials: Section 10 26 41 includes a sustainable design submittal asking for the cost of products manufactured within 500 miles of the project site. Armortex manufactures its panels in Schertz, Texas.
- Retrofit versus new work: Armortex describes a “soft retrofit” approach, installing panels behind existing finishes without demolition.
- Documentation: the specification, data sheets, and fire test report are downloadable from the Armortex product page for submittals.
Why Choose Armortex?
- Eight UL 752 levels from one manufacturer, so a project can quote handgun and rifle walls together
- Direct supply from the Schertz, Texas, factory, available worldwide
- Lightweight fiberglass that Armortex links to lower freight, handling, and structural costs than steel armor
- CNC laser and waterjet cutting to reduce field labor
- ISO 9001 quality management and U.S. Marshal Service and GSA approval
Armortex Technical Resources
- The Hidden Cost Savings of Lightweight Bullet-Resistant Fiberglass Panels
- Bullet-Resistant Fiberglass Panels product page and Request a Quote form
- Fiberglass U.L. 752 Ballistic Chart
- Section 10 26 41 Specification
- Advanced Cutting Capabilities
- Contact Armortex
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an Armortex ballistic panel cost?
Armortex prices its UL 752 Level 1–8 fiberglass panels by project quote. The quote depends on the protection level, sheet size, quantity, custom cutting, and delivery location. Buyers can request pricing through Armortex’s regional sales representatives, the Request a Quote form, 1-800-880-8306, or info@armortex.com.
Why do rifle-rated Armortex panels cost more to ship and handle?
Rifle-rated panels are much heavier. According to Armortex data sheets, the Level 3 O.F. 300 weighs 5.25 lb/ft², while the Level 8 O.F. 800 weighs 16 lb/ft². Armortex states that weight drives freight, handling, equipment, and structural costs, so heavier levels carry more of those costs.
Does an Armortex quote include installation?
No. Armortex is a material supplier only and does not offer installation services, so installation labor is priced separately by a contractor. Armortex can help buyers find a contractor in their region, and its panels are designed for installation by competent installers with general construction experience.
Can custom cutting be added to an Armortex quote?
Yes. Armortex operates CNC equipment, including a Mazak fiber optic laser and a Flow waterjet, and invites buyers to request an estimate for cutting. Pre-cut panels can reduce field cutting, while standard sheets can still be cut on site with ordinary carpentry tools and the recommended blades.
What information does Armortex need to prepare a quote?
Armortex asks buyers to describe their specific needs, including the products required, dimensions, and any special customizations. For fiberglass panels, provide the UL 752 level or O.F. product, sheet sizes, quantities or square footage, seam batten requirements, cutouts, and the delivery location.
What sheet sizes can be quoted?
Armortex data sheets list six standard sizes for every UL 752 level: 3′ × 8′, 4′ × 8′, 3′ × 9′, 4′ × 9′, 3′ × 10′, and 4′ × 10′. Custom shapes can be quoted through Armortex’s CNC laser and waterjet cutting services, which Armortex offers by estimate request.
How can a project lower the total cost of ballistic wall protection?
Armortex points to lightweight fiberglass as a way to reduce freight, handling equipment, and structural reinforcement compared with steel armor, and to field-adjustable panels that cut with standard tools. Installing panels behind existing finishes, without demolition, can also shorten schedules and reduce labor.
Conclusion
Armortex® does not use a fixed price list for its UL 752 Level 1–8 ballistic panels; each project is quoted. Armortex’s published materials show that weight, which rises from 2.9 lb/ft² at Level 1 to 16 lb/ft² at Level 8, shapes much of the total cost through freight, handling, and structural support, while installation is priced separately. Requesting every supplier’s quote on the same level, size, seam, freight, and installation basis gives buyers a fair comparison.