SWATCOM SC12 Passive Ear Defenders:
Defend Your Hearing in Extreme Conditions Without Compromise
For professionals who demand rugged reliability and elite noise suppression, the SWATCOM SC12 Passive Ear Defenders deliver NATO-certified protection trusted by armed forces globally. Engineered to exceed military standards and featuring a 31dB SNR rating, these defenders silence gunfire, machinery, and explosive noise while retaining critical environmental awareness.
Key Innovations
Unrivalled Noise Suppression
- 31dB SNR Rating (Highest in Class): Reduces harmful noises like gunshots to safe levels (tested to EN352-1 standards).
- Dynamic Acoustic Seal: Triple-layer foam and gel-cushioned ear cups create an airtight barrier against 130+ dB impulses.
Military-Tough Durability
- IP55 Water/Dust Resistance: Performs in monsoons, deserts, or muddy ranges.
- Crush-Resistant Structure: Reinforced steel headband survives drops, impacts, and heavy gear compression.
- NATO Stock No. 4240-99-973-7088: Officially supplied to NATO forces.
All-Day Combat Comfort
- Ultra-Soft Gel-Filled Seals: Prevent heat buildup during 12+ hour missions.
- Auto-Adjusting Headband: Uniform 410g pressure eliminates hotspots.
- 360° Rotatable Cups: Seal perfectly with helmets, masks, or eyewear.
Tactical Versatility
- Weapon Stock Clearance: Slim-profile cups won’t interfere with rifle shouldering.
- Comms-Ready: Upgrade with SWATCOM’s comms headset modules (sold separately).
Learn More: SWATCOM
THE IMPORTANCE OF SHOOTING EAR PROTECTION
Designed specifically for the purpose of protecting your hearing from high-impulse gunshot noise, shooting ear defenders are a must-have item.
Every trigger pull unleashes a blast that can spike above 160 dB—louder than a jet taking off at close range. At that intensity, permanent inner-ear damage starts in a single shot.
Unlike a bruised shoulder, noise-induced hearing loss never heals; the tiny hair cells that translate vibration into sound simply don’t grow back. Tinnitus—the maddening “ringing” many shooters develop—often follows the same irreversible path.
Don’t risk permanent hearing damage; wear adequate and certified ear protection for shooting when in the vicinity of gunfire.


CHOOSING THE RIGHT EAR DEFENDERS FOR SHOOTING
When you pick shooting ear defenders, start with the numbers: look for at least 25 dB SNR (≈ 22 dB NRR) for outdoor rifles and shotguns, and 30 dB SNR or higher—or “double-up” with plugs—on indoor ranges or around magnum calibres.
Decide whether you need electronic muffs (which amplify voices and clamp gun-shot noise in milliseconds) or simpler passive ones; then make sure the cups clear your stock, seal around slim-temple glasses, and stay comfortable all session—gel cushions and a sub-350 g weight help.
Match the design to your environment: low-profile, camo-coloured muffs with fast cut-off for hunting; wind-screened mics for clay grounds; high-attenuation or combined plug-and-muff setups for echo-prone indoor bays.
Reach out to us if you want professional advice and recommendations.
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