Who we are
D3O® is a British-based impact protection solutions company that markets a unique patented technology that is used to produce a shock absorbing material.
This high performing branded material is used to provide a wide range of integrated products in the motorcycle, sport, electronics, footwear and PPE markets.
We were born out of the 2006 Winter Olympics, where we provided protective-wear solutions to the US and Canadian ski teams. With no compromise on protection, we changed the protection market with a range of light-weight, flexible and breathable protectors.
Today, we continue to challenge and lead the world of impact protection and shock absorption with innovative, pioneering solutions for our customers.
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How D3O works
D3O materials in their raw state flow freely when moved slowly, but on shock, lock together to absorb and disperse energy, before instantly returning to their flexible state.
This unique characteristic enables enhanced protection, while providing a versatile and flexible material that can be manufactured for a host of impact protective applications.
We manufacture this raw substance into practical functionality, as both a foam and non-foam material. The technology allows freedom of movement for the user with no compromise in comfort or protection.
As the material’s molecules lock, D3O disperses the force of impact, drastically reducing its effect and minimising the risk of injury or equipment damage.
Note: D3O does not “go hard”.
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The Solutions Provider
D3O is a solutions provider. We work closely with our partner brands, offering full product development service from concept to design, and prototyping to testing and certification.
Brainstorm
Prototyping
Research & agree PDA
Performance analysis
Concept design & CAD
Final production
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Testing and Accreditation
We carry out extensive in-house testing, enabling us to assess quality and ensure stringent standards are met.
The D3O test lab includes an AD Engineering drop tower and Instron tensometer.
A wide selection of our components meet CE standard requirements for a variety of applications. The D3O additional tests are always validated by independent labs to warrant authorised recognition of our components. These labs also perform tests which cannot be done in-house.
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Our materialsD3O is a smart, rate sensitive material – the stress vs. strain characteristics are dependent on the rate of loading. This means that the harder the impact, the greater the resistance to the force. We engineer a number of dilatant materials and, using patented technology, incorporate them into polymer structures. We offer a range of material formulations, each developed to meet the specific needs of diverse market places and product applications. We manufacture and license our unique patented materials, combining enhanced chemistry and engineering to produce high performing, shock absorbing polymers.
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Sports Footwear Motorcycle PPE Electronics
Appl
icat
ion
Shock absorption Energy return Low density
Prop
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ST
ST is one of our soft, flexible and high performing material formulations. Focused on impact protection in a range of ambient temperature environments.
3mm D3O ST solid transmits 57% less force than 10mm EVA, despite being 60% thinner.
Compared to 10mm EVA, 6mm D3O ST solid decreases the transmitted force by 79%.
D3O Material Typical Density(kg/m3)
Typical Hardness(Shore 00)
Available thickness(mm)
ST Solid 400-550 60-75 3, 4, 6
ST Mesh 400-550 60-75 4, 6
Solid
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m H
DPE
Foam
10m
m E
VA
10m
m V
N
20m
m P
E/EV
A Fo
am
3mm
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T
4mm
Sol
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T
6mm
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XT
XT is a soft, flexible material focused on impact protection in a wide range of temperature environments.
3mm D3O XT transmits 53% less force than 20mm PE/EVA foam, despite being 85% thinner.
Compared to 10mm VN foam, 6mm D3O XT solid decreases the transmitted force by 80%.
D3O Material Typical Density(kg/m3)
Typical Hardness(Shore 00)
Available thickness(mm)
XT Solid 400-600 60-80 3, 4, 6
XT Mesh 400-600 60-80 4, 6
Solid
10m
m H
DPE
Foam
10m
m E
VA
10m
m V
N
20m
m P
E/EV
A Fo
am
3mm
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T
4mm
Sol
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T
6mm
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Shock+
Shock+ is a versatile grade of impact protection for a range of extreme temperature environments.
3mm D3O Shock+ solid transmits 61% less force than 10mm HDPE foam, despite being 60% thinner.
Compared to EVA foam, 6mm Shock+ solid decreases the transmitted force by 73%.
D3O Material Typical Density(kg/m3)
Typical Hardness(Shore 00)
Available thickness(mm)
Shock+ Solid 500-700 70-85 3, 4, 6
Shock+ Mesh 500-700 70-85 4, 6
Solid
10m
m H
DPE
Foam
10m
m E
VA
10m
m V
N
20m
m P
E/EV
A Fo
am
3mm
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hock
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4mm
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6mm
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HDP
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D3O Aero
We pride ourselves on our ability to produce low-profile parts that still offer the ultimate in impact protection but also understand the market need for a lighter weight solution where weight is a key factor.
D3O has developed a lightweight grade of polyurethane (PU), perfect for applications where weight is the primary material characteristic requirement.
This high performing open cell PU solution lends itself to extended area coverage as it is soft and comfortable.
At the same thickness, D3O Aero transmits 63% less force than vinyl nitrate and PE / EVA foam.
Typical Density(kg/m3)
Typical Hardness(Shore 00)
Available thickness(mm)
200-300 60-75 Application dependent
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D3O Lite 001
D3O Lite is our first EVA solution. Graded to enable a greater range of performance and material characteristics, D3O Lite is a cost effective, lightweight EVA which allows us to expand the integration of D3O impact protection into a wider range of applications.
At the same thickness, D3O Lite transmits 44% less force than traditional EVA foams.
Typical Density(kg/m3)
Typical Hardness(Shore 00)
Available thickness(mm)
150-250 60-75 Application dependent
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D3O Decell
Introducing D3O Decell - our latest material developed specifically for the athletic footwear market.
D3O Decell brings strain rate sensitivity to the athletic footwear market.
Walk and the D3O Decell offers cushioning, remaining soft and flexible, but start running and the D3O reacts to each impact, giving the user shock absorption that traditional EVA’s can’t match.
D3O Decell deceleration stays low even at high impact energies while competitor results increase rapidly.
· D3O offers better cushioning than high grade EVA’s
· EVA loses 27% of its performance after 1000km · D3O Decell loses only 4% of its performance
after 1000km
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Compression cycles (thousands)
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Cushioning on impact
Intelligent midsole
Typical Density(kg/m3)
Typical Hardness(Shore 00)
Available thickness(mm)
250-350 65-80 Application dependent
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Repeated compression (SATRA TM156): Designed to simulate the compressive forces experienced during normal walking.
Falling mass shock absorption (SATRA TM142): Designed to simulate the impact of a heel strike for a man running.
Conclusions: Not only does D3O Decell offer a lower deceleration before any compressions are applied, it maintains performance throughout the whole test (see opposite page).
While competitor materials fatigue as the compressions accumulate (the polymer structure degrading with each impact), our material remains durable and high performing, losing only 4% after 500,000 hits, the equivalent of 1000km.
SATRA testing of D3O Decell:
Our technologiesWith a range of D3O materials now available, we have created a number of platform technology solutions aimed at disrupting the market place and providing innovation to market needs.
Each D3O product technology solution can be tailored or moulded to suit the needs of the partner. We provide solutions to five very different markets. With our platform technologies, we are able to cater to the specific requirements of each customer in each sector.
Each technology is designed in-house and developed with protection, comfort and flexibility in mind.
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Hooked Integration System
D3O already manufactures streamlined, low profile, flexible parts.
The inclusion of the Hooked Integration System within our range means that our parts sit even closer in the garment, combining the ultimate in impact protection with tighter, cost effective integration.
Diameter of only 37mmWeighs less than a gram
Ultimate impact protection maintained
The profile of the product remains the same, despite the inclusion of hooked integration system
Tighter integration into garments and no need for pockets or sewn parts
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Example performance data based on the T5 ST Range
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D3O Smart Skin
The creation of D3O Smart Skin brings a new manufacturing process and integration method to the D3O range of impact protection.
D3O Smart Skin is an innovative protective layer that allows even lower profile and more complex geometries than previously offered.
It can be heat-bonded directly onto the surface of the garment so no need for pocketing or hook and loop systems.
· Improved integration through heat bonding or sewing
· Manufacturing cost savings · Exposed D3O components · Design printing on product capability · Abrasion resistance · UV resistance
10m
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*D3O Aero material used
Reactor Fabric
Reactor Fabric is D3O’s latest market-changing material innovation that sees 1-2mm of D3O impact protection applied directly to fabric at source. Ideal for applications where ultimately low profile shock absorption is key.
D3O Reactor Fabric can be applied to a broad portfolio of fabrics commonly used across a wide range of market places and still incorporates D3O’s patented technology. D3O is a disruptive technology, constantly leading the market with new and innovative solutions. D3O Reactor offers superior protection to Neoprene, despite being 60% thinner. Applying D3O Reactor to a base fabric provides a 20% improvement in impact protection compared to other foamed fabrics.
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Process:Fabric stretched on a conveyer belt and coated with D3O. Once cured, top layer then applied.
The base fabric:Choose from thousands of fabrics.
D3O Reactor:Lightweight, flexible, durable impact protection using D3O technology.
The laminate:Top layer customisable to offer added value: · Abrasion resistance · UV protection · Fire retardency, etc.
How it works:
Laminate
D3O Reactor
Base fabric
Our productsAs well as developing bespoke solutions for our partners, we also design and develop components specifically tailored for our target markets.
Each component is tested to the highest standards to ensure the protection of the end user.
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T5 Evo
The T5 EVO range of limb protectors offers great impact protection whilst remaining low profile and lightweight. They are CE certified to level 1 across ambient, wet and cold conditions and ideal for the motorcycle market.
PART NOMINAL DIMENSIONS (mm)
NOMINAL WEIGHT (g)
Knee 143 x 227 109
Elbow 130 x 222 96
Shoulder 140 x 185 95
Hip 130 x 179 75
PART NOMINAL DIMENSIONS (mm)
NOMINAL WEIGHT (g)
Knee 143 x 227 84
Elbow 130 x 222 74
Shoulder 140 x 185 74
Hip 130 x 179 58
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T5 EvoPRO
The T5 EVOPRO range of limb protectors are even more durable than the T5 EVO range, with XT offering level 2 CE certification across ambient, wet and cold conditions and ST offering level 2 CE certification in all conditions.
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PART NOMINAL DIMENSIONS (mm)
NOMINAL WEIGHT (g)
Knee 143 x 227 153
Elbow 130 x 221 122
Shoulder 140 x 185 129
Hip 130 x 178 103
PART NOMINAL DIMENSIONS (mm)
NOMINAL WEIGHT (g)
Knee 143 x 227 130
Elbow 130 x 221 103
Shoulder 140 x 185 109
Hip 130 x 178 88
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Xergo
Developed to exceed level 2 of the new standard in all conditions, the Xergo range of limb protectors offers greater protection across extreme temperature conditions (-10ºC to +40ºC) whilst remaining flexible and breathable.
PART NOMINAL DIMENSIONS (mm)
NOMINAL WEIGHT (g)
Knee 137 x 252 217
Elbow 118 x 249 184
Shoulder 167 x 218 190
Hip 149 x 222 167
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T6
Our T6 range of limb protectors have a built-in hard shell offering puncture and abrasion resistance, whilst maintaining comfort and performance. The T6 range is CE certified.
PART NOMINAL DIMENSIONS (mm)
NOMINAL WEIGHT (g)
Knee 143 x 227 113
Elbow 130 x 222 102
Shoulder 143 x 193 101
Hip 130 x 178 78
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Crash range
The Crash Range was initially developed for the snowsports market but is now used in many applications, from mountain biking to motorcycles.
PART NOMINAL DIMENSIONS (mm)
NOMINAL WEIGHT (g)
NOMINAL THICKNESS(mm)
Thigh 143 x 227 153 8
Coccyx 130 x 221 122 8
Kidney 140 x 185 129 6
Kidney
Coccyx
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Viper Central
We have three back protector solutions, designed with an extremely flexible and breathable geometry known as Airwave technology. The Viper Central gives the user high performing (EN1621-2 level 1) spinal coverage.
VIPER CENTRAL
SIZE NOMINAL DIMENSIONS (mm)
NOMINAL WEIGHT (g)
TORSO LENGTH(cm)
XS/S 137 x 339 187 Up to 43
M/L 165 x 400 262 Up to 50
XL/XXL 170 x 433 300 Up to 56
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Viper Stealth / Pro
At 11m, the Viper Stealth is a lightweight back protector that includes protection for the scapula whilst remaining low profile. It passes level 1 of the CE certification EN1621-2. At 18mm, the Viper Pro is our ultimate back protector solution and passes level 2 of the CE certification EN1621-2.
SIZE NOMINAL DIMENSIONS (mm)
NOMINAL WEIGHT (g)
TORSO LENGTH(cm)
Small 242 x 366 228 Up to 43Regular 268 x 406 277 Up to 48Large 274 x 444 332 Up to 53
XL 316 x 477 386 Up to 56
NOMINAL THICKNESS (mm)
CERTIFICATION
11 CE Certified EN1621-2 Level 1
SIZE NOMINAL DIMENSIONS (mm)
NOMINAL WEIGHT (g)
TORSO LENGTH(cm)
Small 241 x 365 353 Up to 43
Regular 268 x 405 431 Up to 48
Large 274 x 444 492 Up to 53
XL 316 x 477 611 Up to 56
NOMINAL THICKNESS (mm)
CERTIFICATION
18 CE Certified EN1621-2 Level 2
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Accessories
Our range of accessories includes market leading protective and shock absorbing components for the palm, knuckle, forefoot and heel.
Metatarsal components offer great protection and performance characteristics in extreme temperatures, and are popular in footwear within the defence, workwear and sports markets.
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Boot with integrated D3O Met guard
SIZE NOMINAL DIMENSIONS (mm)
NOMINAL WEIGHT (g)
NOMINAL THICKNESS(mm)
STANDARD
Small 128 x 104 52 10
Regular 134 x 108 56 10
Large 152 x 123 74 10
F16
Small 122 x 89 37 10
Regular 134 x 98 44 10
Large 144 x 106 52 10
PRE-CURVED
Left 138 x 121 73 13
Right 138 x 121 73 13
MET GUARDS SPECIFIC:
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Please visit www.D3O.com for further information on our product ranges
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Heel (left)Forefoot (right)
Pre-curved met guard
F16 met guard
Standard met guard
Knuckle
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D3O in a nutshell
D3O: The Company
D3O: The Materials
Internal design team
Patented technology
High performance
shock absorption
Trusted protection
Maximum flexibility
Extremely comfortable
Tested to the highest standards
On-site sampling & prototyping capabilities
In-house testing
facilities
Value adding marketing support
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D3O Communications
D3O is now the ‘secret ingredient’ technology found in many of the world’s leading sports brands.
We are building a growing group of brand advocates across the sports world including elite athletes, engineers, leading brands and end users.
Join us and Make An Impact.
D3O Demo kit
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“If people want to know about the quality of your armour tell them that they saved me when a giant truck ran over me... My arms, shoulders, and spine, all protected with your armor... uninjured, no bone breaks, no spine injury. It worked great. Thanks!” Rider in modified Triumph gear
“If you’re thinking of investing in protective gear but think it’s too heavy or doesn’t look cool, think again. Today, lots of brands make lightweight, minimalist protection. That’s where D3O comes in.” Youri Barneoud, Onboard Magazine
“Icon’s goal is to bring the very best of materials and construction to our products and D3O is an integral part of this process. The low profile of D3O armor and it’s industry leading protective properties allow us to provide our customers with apparel that is built to take a hit, but doesn’t interfere with mobility and movement - two very important things when piloting a motorcycle through the urban wasteland.” Icon
“Thanks to the minimalist approach, it’s one of the best-fitting back protectors we’ve ever had the pleasure of riding in – ideal for races where a back protector is compulsory.”Mountain Bike UK
D3O is cool, edgy and fun, but behind the day-glo orange exterior lies a product – and a company – with a serious grasp on technology, marketing and partnerships that is steadily turning into a global brand.Mike Peake
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www.D3O.com
Contact us:
Sales:
+44 1273 425 450
Marketing:
+44 1273 425 470
Press:
+44 1273 425 459