GORE^® Ethernet Cables for NewSpace

The NewSpace industry is evolving to help us better monitor the earth and connect us globally via mini satellites in orbit. Cables play an important role in transmitting high-speed data and keeping critical satellite systems running smoothly while meeting the latest protocols, like Ethernet. They must also be low-profile to help reduce mass in these smaller satellites and launch vehicles. Plus, these cables must be affordable and manufactured quickly to meet demanding program schedules.

At Gore, we combine extensive materials expertise with decades of proven traditional spaceflight heritage to offer a reliable, affordable high data rate solution with fast delivery for NewSpace applications.

GORE Ethernet Cables exceed Cat6a protocol requirements and are proven to deliver excellent signal integrity with sufficient margin for high-speed data transfer up to 10 Gb/s. Our unique 4-pair design performs reliably and consistently with lower signal attenuation, reduced crosstalk, and improved shielding effectiveness in digital video systems, telecommand remote systems, and more.

With a high-density construction, our Cat6a version is proven to endure the most demanding conditions commonly found in low earth orbit (LEO) and medium earth orbit (MEO) altitudes. For example, extreme temperature changes as the earth revolves around the sun, shock and vibration as vehicles are launched into space, and radiation exposure while satellites are in orbit.

But even though they’re high density, we design our cables with lightweight materials that make them significantly smaller in size — an ideal compact solution to help meet challenging mass budgets and tighter installation paths.

High-density, compact construction of GORE Ethernet Cables, Cat6a version

Designed with speed and size in mind, GORE Ethernet Cables perform reliably in a variety of LEO and MEO applications, including:

• digital video systems
• Ethernet backbone
• sensor data collection and processing
• telecommand remote systems

If you have any questions or to discuss your specific application needs, contact a Gore representative today.

GORE Ethernet Cables are engineered with unique features that make them more durable against challenging environmental factors and onboard conditions, including:

• chemically inert, temperature- and abrasion-resistant materials
• low outgassing, radiation-resistant and EMI shielding materials
• slender, lightweight cable diameters

Our cables provide system architects and engineers with many benefits that improve electrical, mechanical and environmental performance such as:

• proven to exceed electrical requirements for Cat6a standardized protocol
• excellent signal integrity with sufficient margin for high data rate transfer up to 10 Gbps
• lower signal attenuation, reduced crosstalk and less RF interference among electronics
• high density construction tolerates repeated vibration, severe shock and more
• reduced size and weight helps meet challenging mass budgets and tight installation paths
• affordable solution delivered fast to meet demanding program schedules and frequent launch capabilities
• low-risk product qualified to ESA Class 2 and NASA Level 2
• selected complimentary samples with short lead times for prototyping and evaluation
• leverage proven performance with 100% failure-free flight record in hundreds of traditional spaceflight programs

For more information about the features and benefits of our cables, contact a Gore representative today.

These values demonstrate the electrical, mechanical and environmental performance of GORE Ethernet Cables for NewSpace applications.

With a thorough understanding of products operating in space, customers’ needs and appropriately scoped NewSpace test procedures, GORE Ethernet Cables are tested and qualified in adherence to strict standards, including:

• ESA ECSS-Q-ST-60-13C, Annex G Class 2: Space Product Assurance — Commercial Electrical, Electronic and Electromechanical (EEE) Components
• NASA EEE-INST-002 Level 2: Instructions for EEE Parts Selection, Screening, Qualification, and Derating

For more information about the qualifications of our cables, contact a Gore representative today.
 

Proven to exceed Cat6a protocol requirements, GORE Ethernet Cables are an ideal solution for advanced onboard systems. For more information or to discuss your specific NewSpace application needs, contact a Gore representative today.

If you’re ready to order our 4-pair cables, contact our wire and cable distributor in the U.S. You can also request tested, qualified samples, which are complimentary and available within 48 hours.