Robust construction of GORE Aerospace Fiber Optic Cables, 1.8 mm Simplex
Applications
Our 1.8 mm Simplex version is engineered to perform reliably in a variety of military applications, including:
- avionics networks
- cabin management systems
- digital video systems
- Ethernet backbone
- flight management systems
- transceivers
- weather radar systems
If you have any questions or to discuss your specific application needs, please contact a Gore representative.
Properties
These values demonstrate the electrical, mechanical and environmental performance of our 1.8 mm Simplex version.
| Electrical Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Optical Loss at 850 nm (dB/km) | ≤ 4.0 |
| Maximum Optical Loss at 1310 nm (dB/km) | ≤ 3.0 |
| Mechanical / Environmental Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Jacket Material | PFA |
| Core Type | Single-Mode or Multi-Mode, Graded Index |
| Coating Type | High-Temperature Acrylate |
| Dual Buffer Type | ePTFE |
| Temperature Range (°C) | -55 to +135 |
Part Numbers & Drawings
Download the drawings to view product specifications, like diameter, weight, minimum bend radius, and tensile strength.
| Part Number | Mode Type | Core | Cladding | Coating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GSC-13-84689-04 | SM (Single Mode) | 9 | 125 | 245 |
| GSC-13-84689-07 | SM (Single Mode) | 9 | 125 | 245 |
| GSC-13-84640-04 | OM1 (Multi-Mode) | 62.5 | 125 | 245 |
| GSC-13-84640-07 | OM1 (Multi-Mode) | 62.5 | 125 | 245 |
| GSC-13-84639-04 | OM2 (Multi-Mode) | 50 | 125 | 245 |
| GSC-13-84639-07 | OM2 (Multi-Mode) | 50 | 125 | 245 |
| GSC-13-84943-04 | OM3 (Multi-Mode) | 50 | 125 | 245 |
| GSC-13-84943-07 | OM4 (Multi-Mode) | 50 | 125 | 245 |
Qualifications
GORE Aerospace Fiber Optic Cables, 1.8 mm Simplex meets the stringent specification requirements of military aircraft. They have undergone substantial qualification testing to ensure they meet the specifications of the most current standards and our customers’ requirements.
- ANSI/NEMA WC 27500 Performance Requirements: Environmental Testing, Jacket and Marking
- ARINC 802-2 Performance and Environmental Requirements: (GSC-13-84639, GSC-13-84640, GSC-13-84943)
- BSS7239 and ABD0031 (AITM 3.0005): Toxicity
- EN4641-301
- FAR Part 25, Appendix F, Part I, BSS7230, and ABD0031(AITM 2.0005): Flammability
- FAR Part 25, Appendix F, Part V, BSS7238, and ABD0031 (AITM 3.0008B): Smoke Density
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