GORE® Spaceflight Microwave/RF Assemblies For Traditional Space Applications
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GORE® Spaceflight Microwave/RF Assemblies PROVEN NOW AND OVER TIME For Traditional Space Applications

Spacecraft are routinely exposed to severe conditions while traveling millions of miles to explore the galaxy. From challenging launches in space to extreme temperatures with multiple thermal cycles over time in outer space. There are no quick repairs in space, so microwave cable assemblies must reliably transmit signals from the spacecraft back to Earth without failure for the duration of the mission. Reliable Signals with Integrity With approved materials, GORE® Spaceflight Microwave/RF Assemblies for traditional space applications are specifically engineered to maintain electrical and...

Figure 1: Rugged Construction Tefzer ETFE fluoropolymer jacket Silver-plated copper braided shield Helically wrapped foil / Silver-plated copper conductor Gore ePTFE fluoropolymer dielectric copper conductor ■ Reliable signal integrity with low loss and excellent phase stability ■ Outstanding shielding effectiveness across wide operating frequencies ■ Superior radiation protection due to specialized, high-performance materials ■ Increased flexibility in design layout with robust, low-profile connector solutions ■ Small, low-mass, flexible designs tolerate rigorous routing and meet...

We offer a selection of GORE® Spaceflight Microwave/RF Assemblies to meet the needs and requirements of your specific traditional space application — from high power and high frequency to high flex and high density (Figure 2). Our high-performance solutions have been thoroughly tested and qualified using our replication of integration, launch, and in-orbit phases to ensure mission-critical success every time over the life of the spacecraft. High Power Power handling, multipaction, and PIM (Passive Intermodulation) are all considered during the design phase for our high-power connector...

GORE® Spaceflight Microwave/RF Assemblies For Traditional Space Applications Advanced Capabilities Thermal Extremes Based on our extensive testing and long program heritage in real-world applications, our products are qualified for thermal extremes to meet the critical needs of your spacecraft. We offer products that withstand extreme temperatures ranging from -155°C to +150°C, utilizing high-temperature solders and unique termination techniques. Multipaction Our high-power connector solutions are specifically designed to reduce the risk of multipactor breakdown on SMA and TNC interface...

Low PIM We are deeply committed to understanding the causes of PIM. Our Advanced PIM Processing Line precisely manufactures low PIM interconnects that meet the complex, mission-critical needs of your spacecraft application. Radiation Resistance We have worked extensively with radiation experts for an in-depth understanding of mission profiles and the potential impact on cable performance. We offer best-in-class, radiation-resistant solutions aligned with your mission requirements.

GORE® Spaceflight Microwave/RF Assemblies For Traditional Space Applications Program Heritage ■ Griffon ■ Intelsat 35 ■ Scout ■ ViaSat Built precisely for high-density applications, Type 5U provides high-quality signal transmission at frequencies ranging from DC to 18 GHz (Table 1). The construction of our coaxial cable assembly has a very small diameter and is super low mass with more flexibility. Table 1: Cable Assembly Properties Electrical Property Value Maximum Frequency (GHz) 18 Typical Applications Property Value Jacket Material Tefzel® ETFE ■ High-density interconnects ■ Low-mass...

Connector Options GORE® Spaceflight Microwave/RF Assemblies, Type 5U for high-density applications is available with connector variants engineered to complement assembly performance, minimizing loss and reflection (Table 2). For more information, please contact a Gore representative. Table 2: Connector Variants Type Straight Bulkhead Pin 90° Box Socket Straight Socket

GORE® Spaceflight Microwave/RF Assemblies For Traditional Space Applications Program Heritage ■ Amos 4 ■ Galileo IOV Our coaxial cable assembly delivers stable signals at frequencies ranging from DC to 32 GHz (Table 3). The design of this cable assembly is small, low mass and flexible making it ideal for high-density applications. Type 8S is also available with an SMA connector up to 22 GHz that is qualified according to ESCC-3408 and on the ESA Qualified Parts List (QPL). Table 3: Cable Assembly PropertiesElectricalProperty Value Maximum Frequency (GHz) 32 Standard Impedance (Ohms) 50 ±1...

Connector Options GORE® Spaceflight Microwave/RF Assemblies, Type 8S for high-density applications is available with connector variants engineered to complement assembly performance, minimizing loss and reflection (Table 4). For more information, please contact a Gore representative. Table 4: Connector Variants Type SMA Form Straight Pin 90° Box Pin 90° Swept Pin 90° Clip Pin Straight Socket Bulkhead Socket Flange Socket Straight Pin 90° Box Pin Straight Socket 90° Box Socket 90° Truncated Box Pin Interface 90° Box Socket 90° Extended Box Socket Bulkhead Pin Bulkhead Pin 90° Box Socket...

GORE® Spaceflight Microwave/RF Assemblies For Traditional Space Applications For applications requiring less than 100 flexes, Type 26 is the perfect solution. This flexible coaxial cable assembly ensures reliable signal integrity with excellent phase stability at frequencies ranging from DC to 22 GHz in a small, low-mass footprint (Table S). Table 5: Cable Assembly Properties Electrical Property Value Maximum Frequency (GHz) 22 Property Value ■ Box-to-box connections ■ Limited flex applications Jacket Material Tefzel® ETFE ■ Low-mass payload Braided Shield Silver-Plated Copper Conductor...

Connector Options GORE® Spaceflight Microwave/RF Assemblies, Type 26 for limited flex applications is available with connector variants engineered to complement assembly performance, minimizing loss and reflection (Table 6). For more information, please contact a Gore representative. Table 6: Connector Variants Straight Pin 90° Box Pin 90° Swept Pin 90° Clip Pin Straight Socket Bulkhead Socket Straight Socket 90° Box Socket Limited Detent Bulkhead Pin