I. Core Protection Principle of Tactical Knee and Elbow Pads

1. Core Buffering Layer: Adopts high-density EVA foam, memory foam or PORON shock-absorbing material, which can quickly absorb the impact force of blunt instruments, disperse the pressure to the entire surface of the protective gear, and avoid direct force damage to joint bones and cartilage.
2. Outer Wear-Resistant Protection: Uses Oxford cloth, Cordura wear-resistant fabric to resist ground friction and scratches from sharp objects, adapting to crawling and climbing on rough terrain, and extending the service life of the protective gear.
3. Rigid Support Structure: The knee pads are equipped with curved aluminum alloy or engineering plastic support plates, which fit the curve of the knee joint, provide lateral support, and prevent excessive flexion, extension or sprain of the joint; the elbow pads adopt streamlined hard guards, balancing protection and the flexibility of arm swings.
4. Fit and Fixed Design: Equipped with Velcro adjustment straps or elastic bands, which can accurately adjust the tightness according to the limb circumference, ensuring that the protective gear does not shift or fall off during intense tactical movements, and avoiding compressing blood vessels to affect blood circulation.

II. Core Classifications and Applicable Scenarios of Tactical Knee and Elbow Pads

1. Lightweight Tactical Knee and Elbow Pads

1. Weighing about 0.3-0.5kg/set, the core adopts a thin EVA foam buffer layer, the outer layer is Oxford cloth, without hard support plates, only providing basic buffering and wear-resistant protection. Suitable for low-risk scenarios such as daily patrols, small-scale rally control, and mild tactical training, it has the advantages of light weight, breathability, no sense of restraint when wearing, and no impact on daily law enforcement actions.
2. Heavy-Duty Tactical Knee and Elbow Pads

1. Weighing about 0.6-1.0kg/set, the core adopts a thickened PORON shock-absorbing layer, the knee pads are equipped with double aluminum alloy support plates, the elbow pads are equipped with carbon fiber guards, and the outer layer is Cordura wear-resistant fabric, with buffering, impact-resistant and scratch-resistant performance. Suitable for high-risk scenarios such as tactical assaults, climbing obstacles, and close combat, ideal for special police, special forces and high-intensity tactical tasks.
2. Special Tactical Knee and Elbow Pads

1. Upgraded based on heavy-duty protective gear, integrated with stab-resistant Kevlar (aramid) fiber interlayer, which can resist puncture injuries from sharp objects; some models adopt a detachable design, which can switch protection modes according to task needs, and are compatible with tactical equipment wearing. Suitable for extreme scenarios such as counter-terrorism assaults, behind-enemy-lines infiltration, and mountain jungle operations, providing all-round hardcore protection for joints.

III. Core Materials of Tactical Knee and Elbow Pads: Technical Balance Between Protection and Flexibility

IV. Global Mainstream Certification Standards for Tactical Knee and Elbow Pads

1. European EN 14120 Standard: Balances impact resistance and wear resistance testing, clarifies the buffering indicators of protective gear for joints and fabric wear levels, needs to pass repeated impact tests and friction tests, and must be marked with CE label to enter the European market.
2. North American ASTM F2031 Standard: A special certification for sports protective equipment, focusing on the protection stability of protective gear in dynamic movements, requiring knee and elbow pads to maintain protection performance under repeated flexion, extension and impact, and is the core basis for North American military and police procurement.
3. Middle East SABER Certification: Mandatory in Saudi Arabia, UAE and other countries. It is necessary to complete Product Conformity Certification (PC) and Shipment Conformity Certification (SC). The label must be marked with Arabic protection level, weight and applicable scenarios, and must pass high-temperature weather resistance testing, suitable for the high-temperature desert environment in the Middle East.

V. Core Points for Selecting Tactical Knee and Elbow Pads

1. Match Mission Risk Level: Choose lightweight protective gear for low-risk patrols; choose heavy-duty protective gear for medium-to-high risk tactical tasks; choose special stab-resistant models for extreme environment operations, avoiding insufficient protection or excessive load.
2. Balance Support and Flexibility: Prioritize knee pads with curved support plate design to fit the knee joint curve; choose elbow pads with streamlined guards to ensure unrestricted arm swings and instrument operation.
3. Focus on Fit and Comfort: Choose adjustable strap styles to fit different limb circumferences; prioritize breathable mesh material for the inner layer to reduce stuffiness and skin friction during long-term wearing.
4. Recognize Compliant Certifications: Exports need to match target market certifications (EN 14120/ASTM F2031/SABER), and domestic procurement must comply with the public security department's "Police Tactical Protective Gear" standard to ensure compliant equipping.