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The second version of the CAE has a form of the almost classic fir tree, the earplugs are additionally joined by a line. In the fir tree core there is a channel – filter which is opened and closed by means of the disc placed in these end of the earplug which protrudes from the ear. If the disc is reclined, the channel is opened, and when it with its all perimeter adheres to its socket – closed. These earplugs are produced in three sizes: small, reg- ular and large (respectively marked by colors: OD, de- sert tan, coyote brown). The third generation of he CAE has a design similar to the previous one, but it differs with its details. The disc is replaced by the two-arm lever therefore it is easier to handle them in the gloves. There is also added a flexible tip which arranges in the ear concha and sta- bilizes the earplug. The third difference consists in re- placing a link with a binder – in the set are two: black and bright yellow (both ended with the loops therefore their replacement is trivially simple). It was also add- ed a very fine, round carrying case which replaced a cardboard envelope. Produced in the following sizes; small, medium (equivalent to regular) and large with the color markings as in the previous version. Surefire Sonic Defenders (SEP2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 9 and 10, while the EP2 constitute generally a base for the in- ear plugs of the communication systems, and the EP5, 9 and 10 are the earplugs with a channel which is blocked on a permanent basis, that is passive) are also the semi-active earplugs, but with slightly different de- sign. They are also equipped with a mechanical filter (channel), but it is blocked with a small cap attached to the body. The cap is so small that when inserted to the channel without taking out the earplug from the ear is nearly impossible and requires really great skills. Decidedly, you cannot do this when wearing gloves. In order to facilitate an identification of the right and left plug, the channel of the right earplug is red. A fir tree with 1 to 3 sections, depending on the model consti- tutes an attenuating element. There are also available hearing protectors with the foam earplugs (EP7) with the highest attenuation level (28 dB). Sonic Defenders are characterized by a very advanced stabilizer which should be placed in the ear concha therefore they are kept in the ear in a very stable manner. Moreover, you can connect to them a link attached on the special plug holders. Sonic Defenders are produced in three sizes (marked by letters on the stabilizer) and in three colors – transparent, black and orange (the EP9 ear- plugs are only in blue). Each set is delivered in the plastic storage case. The semi-active in-ear plugs – a very interesting solu- tion, which ensures a great functional comfort and which are a substitute of the active systems. Much more better than the ordinary ones, but also clearly weaker than hearing protectors with electronics, with comparison with which they are a few or several times cheaper. plugs Surefire Sonic Defenders second generation plugs CAE The first generation plugs CAE PPE