For a cashier line facing heavier handguns, a UL 752 Level 3 polycarbonate panel is the engineering choice. Level 3 stops the .44 Magnum and similar heavy handgun rounds that a Level 1 panel would not reliably catch, which makes it a common specification for bank tellers, cash offices and high-value reception points.
What Level 3 means in the build
A UL 752 Level 3 polycarbonate panel is a specific thickness and layer build validated against the .44 Magnum round. Because it must stop a heavier, faster projectile than Level 1, the panel is thicker, and the thickness comes from the rating, not a guess. The panel is then machined to the opening and glazed so the rated face faces the threat.
Supplying the rated panel
RP River People supplies UL 752 Level 3 polycarbonate panels cut, edged and drilled to the opening, so the rated panel fits without site modification that could void the build. For the full mapping of levels to threats, see our guide on UL 752 ballistic ratings explained and the single-panel build in ballistic polycarbonate glazing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What round does Level 3 stop?
A: The .44 Magnum and similar heavy handgun rounds, a step above Level 1 and 2.
Q: Is the panel machined to my opening?
A: Yes, Level 3 panels are cut, edged and drilled to the opening so the rated build is not compromised on site.
Q: Where is Level 3 commonly used?
A> Bank tellers, cash offices and high-value reception points that face heavy handgun threats.
For a project-specific quotation, email oversales@rpplexiglass.com with your threat level, opening size and frame detail.