GORE® Ethernet Cables for Aerospace & Defense
Our compact, high-density solutions provide superior protection at higher transmission speeds to meet Cat5e, Cat6A and Cat8 protocols.
Fast Ethernet Speeds for Data & Video Transfer
Gore’s defense and aerospace Ethernet cables offer several protocol configurations that reliably transmit data and video at high-bandwidth speeds with superior crosstalk and low loss in extreme conditions. Smaller, weight-saving diameters allow flexible routing and tighter bending, ideal for space-constrained applications.
Equipped for today and prepared for the future, GORE® Ethernet Cables protect against challenging operational conditions, maintenance activities, and environmental factors — essential for defense, aviation and spaceflight system reliability and longevity.
High-Speed Transmission
Capable of transmitting signals up to 40 Gb/s, Gore’s cables deliver unfailing data and video with superior crosstalk and low insertion loss in critical systems and sub-systems.
Superior EMI Shielding
These cables effectively minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI) and improve signal integrity at higher frequencies among electronics, providing better noise immunity and reduced EMI emissions.
Robust Protection
High-density constructions tolerate wide temperature and pressure changes, abrasion, vibration, shock, chemicals, outgassing, radiation, moisture and more over the system lifespan.
Lightweight & Flexible
Featuring compact, highly flexible diameters, these cables make routing easier in tight installation paths while saving significant weight for more cargo and payload.
Thoroughly tested and qualified to meet the most stringent industry standards, GORE Ethernet Cables deliver valued high performance in many military, airborne and space applications.
Defense Aircraft & Land Vehicles: Gore’s mil-spec Ethernet cables are relied on in avionics, vetronics, soldier systems and more. The military has also selected our Cat6A version for program updates, including Future Vertical Lift (FVL) and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM).
Commercial Aircraft: Our Ethernet cables ensure a more connected aircraft by helping aircrews maintain constant communication and making sure passengers have in-flight entertainment and connectivity (IFEC). They also support autonomous eco-friendly aircraft in the evolving AAM market.
NewSpace Applications: Gore’s Cat6A Ethernet cables are ideal for smaller launch vehicles and satellites operating in low earth orbit (LEO) and medium earth orbit (MEO). This low-mass cable is qualified to ESA Class 2 and NASA Level 2.
| Application | Cat5e/6A/8 (4 Pairs) | Cat5e (Quadrax) | Cat5e (2 Pairs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avionics/Vetronics Digital Networks | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Box-to-Box Inerconnects | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Civil Aircraft Cabin Management Systems | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Communications Systems | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Data Storage | ✓ |
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| Defense Air & Land Program Upgrades | Abrams Main Battle Tank, C-130, F-16, KC-135, UH-60 |
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| Digital Visual Interface (DVI) |
| ✓ |
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| Ethernet Backbone | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Flight Management Systems | ✓ |
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| Flight/Propulsion Control |
| ✓ |
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| HD Camera Systems | ✓ | ✓ |
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| HD Video Systems | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Military Mission Systems | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Radar/Radio Systems | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Sensor Data Collection & Processing | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Serial Buses |
| ✓ | ✓ |
| Tactical Links | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Telecommand Remote Systems | ✓ |
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Cat6A & Cat8 Ethernet Cable (4 Pairs): Our Cat6A version maintains clear data and video transmission at speeds up to 10G BASE-T at lengths up to 80 m (262 ft.). Using our custom-built cable routing simulators, this version delivered proven installed performance where leading competitors failed. Our Cat8 version offers faster speeds up to 40G BASE-T at lengths up to 22 m (72 ft.) without transitioning to a new cabling solution or adding weight.
Our Cat6A Ethernet cables (4-pair design) are generally 24% smaller and 25% lighter than alternatives, proven to save 1.93 kg per 100 m (13 lbs. per 1000 ft.) of weight in military aircraft and combat vehicles.
Cat5e Ethernet Cable (Quadrax): This version uses dual differential pairs to transmit continuous bi-directional high-speed signals up to 100 MHz at lengths up to 70 m (230 ft.) using size 24 AWG and 50 m (164 ft.) using size 26 AWG. Our cable is roughly 40% smaller and up to 30% lighter than dual twisted pair constructions, making it a reliable substitute to meet higher data rates and weight-saving needs.
Cat5e Ethernet Cable (2 Pairs): This cable construction preserves signal integrity and reliably carries high-speed data and video up to 1 GHz on modern digital networks. Consider positioning 2 of our cables side by side to achieve Ethernet 1000BASE-T performance in aircraft and defense land applications.
For aircraft and military vehicles, each configuration of GORE Ethernet Cables can be terminated with a variety of leading connector systems and backshells, like ARINC and MIL-STD-38999 with size 8 contacts.
Get termination instructions for help mating our 4-pair Cat6A cable design with popular connector systems like Amphenol® and Glenair®.
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Technical Information
These values demonstrate the electrical, mechanical and environmental performance of GORE Ethernet Cables for defense air and land, civilian aircraft and NewSpace applications.
| Elec./Mech./Environ. Property | Cat8 (4 Pairs) | Cat5e/6A (4 Pairs) | Cat5e (Quadrax) | Cat5e (2 Pairs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Signal Transmission Speed | Up to 40 Gb/s | Up to 10 Gb/s | Up to 100 MHz | Up to 1 GHz |
| Standard Impedance Ohms | 100 ± 10 | 100 ± 10 | 100 ± 10 | 100 ± 10/-5 |
| Typical Operating Voltage V | < 48 | < 48 | < 48 | < 48 |
| Nominal Velocity of Propagation % | 80 | 80 | 80 | 80 |
| Nominal Time Delay ns/m (ns/ft.) | 4.10 (1.25) | 4.10 (1.25) | 4.10 (1.25) | 4.10 (1.25) |
| Capacitance pF/m (pF/ft.) | 42.6 (13.0) | 42.6 (13.0) | 45.0 (13.7) | 41.0 (12.5) |
Minimum Near-End Crosstalk (NEXT) dB 10 MHz |
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59.2 |
50.0 |
59.2 |
| Shielding Effectiveness dB | > 55 | > 55 | > 55 | > 55 |
| Dielectric Withstanding Voltage Vrms Conductor-to-Conductor Conductor-to-Shield | 1500 1000 | 1500 1000 | 1500 1000 | 1500 1000 |
| Jacket Material | Engineered Fluoropolymer | Engineered Fluoropolymer or PU Halogen-Free1 | Engineered Fluoropolymer | Engineered Fluoropolymer |
| Jacket Color | White (Laser Markable) | EF: White (Laser Markable) or Yellow2 PU: Black1 | White (Laser Markable) | White (Laser Markable) |
| Conductor | SCC (Silver-Plated Annealed Copper) | SCC (Silver-Plated Annealed Copper) | SCA (Silver-Plated High-Strength Copper Alloy) | SCA (Silver-Plated High-Strength Copper Alloy) |
| Conductor Color-Coding | Solid Blue & White/Blue Stripe, Solid Orange & White/Orange Stripe, Solid Green & White/Green Stripe, Solid Brown & White/Brown Stripe | Solid Blue & White/Blue Stripe, Solid Orange & White/Orange Stripe, Solid Green & White/Green Stripe, Solid Brown & White/Brown Stripe | Blue/Red, Green/Yellow | Solid Green & White/Green Stripe, Solid Orange & White/Orange Stripe |
| Dielectric Material | Expanded PTFE/PTFE | Expanded PTFE/PTFE | Expanded PTFE/PTFE | Expanded PTFE/PTFE |
| Temperature Range °C | -65 to +200 | -65 to +200 -200 to +1802 | -65 to +200 | -65 to +200 |
| Radiation Resistance2 MRad | — | 10+ | — | — |
Vacuum Stability2 % (ASTM 595; ECSS-Q-70-02) Volatile Condensable Mass (VCM) | — |
< 0.1 | — | — |
| Data Sheet (Aircraft & Defense Vehicles) | Data Sheet (Aircraft & Defense Vehicles) Brochure (NewSpace) | Data Sheet (Aircraft & Defense Vehicles) | Data Sheet (Aircraft & Defense Vehicles) |
- Based on Gore’s part numbers, GSC-01-85237-VG, GSC-01-85238-VG and GSC-01-83134-VG for military vehicles.
- Based on Gore’s part number, GNSEN10024BF for NewSpace applications.
This table shows selected Gore part number drawings for aerospace and defense that users frequently view and can be instantly accessed after initiating a request below.
| Cable Type/Protocol | Construction | Gore Part Number |
|---|---|---|
| Shielded Twisted Pair | Single Pair (20 to 32 AWG) | DXN2600, DXN2601, DXN2602, DXN2603, DXN2604, DXN2605 |
| CAN Bus | Single Pair (24 AWG) | GSC-03-85752-24D |
| Ethernet (Cat5e/Cat6A) | 4 Pairs (24 to 28 AWG) | RCN8966-24, RCN8966-26, RCN9034-24, RCN9034-28, RCN9047-26 |
| Ethernet (Cat5e) | 2 Pairs (24 & 26 AWG) | RCN9133-24, RCN9133-26 |
| FireWire® (SAE 1394) | Quadrax (24 & 26 AWG) | RCN8647, RCN8652 |
| HDMI (2.0) | Hybrid | RCN9121 |
With a thorough understanding of products operating in aerospace and defense and customers’ needs, GORE Ethernet Cables are methodically tested and qualified to strict industry standards, including:
- ABD0031 (AITM 2.0005); BSS7230; FAR Part 25, Appendix F, Part I: Flammability
- ABD0031 (AITM 3.0005); BSS7239: Toxicity
- ABD0031 (AITM 3.0008B); BSS7238; FAR Part 25, Appendix F, Part V: Smoke Density
- ANSI/NEMA WC 27500: Environmental Testing, Jacket and Marking
- ANSI/TIA 568.2-D: Balanced Twisted Pair Telecommunications Cabling and Components
- ARINC 664 P2-3: Aircraft Data Networks Ethernet Physical and Data Link Layer 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, and 100BASE-FX (RCN9235-24, RCN9241-24, RCN9235-26)
- IEEE 802.3: Ethernet 10G BASE-T (Cat5e/6A versions)
- IEEE 802.3bq: Ethernet 40G BASE-T (Cat8 version)
- SAE AS4373™: Test Methods for Insulated Electric Wire (Contact Gore for available data)
- SAE AS6070™/5 & /6: 10G BASE-T (100 Ohms); QPL (RCN9034-24, RCN9047-26)
- STANAG 4754: NATO Generic Vehicle Architecture (NGVA) for Land Systems (GSC-01-85237-VG, GSC-01-85238-VG, GSC-01-83134-VG)
- VG95218-31: Performance Requirements (GSC-01-85237-VG, GSC-01-85238-VG, GSC-01-83134-VG)
- ESA ECSS-Q-ST-60-13C, Annex G Class 2: Space Product Assurance — Commercial Electrical, Electronic and Electromechanical (EEE) Components (GNSEN10024BF, GNSEN10026BF)
- NASA EEE-INST-002 Level 2: Instructions for EEE Parts Selection, Screening, Qualification, and Derating (GNSEN10024BF, GNSEN10026BF)
Our part numbers for GORE Ethernet Cables include the following:
Cat8 4-Pair Protocol
RCN9241
RCN9235-24
RCN9235-26
Cat5e 4-Pair Protocol
GSC-01-83471-00
GSC-01-83472-00
Cat6A 4-Pair Protocol
GNSEN10024BF
GNSEN10026BF
GSC-01-85237-VG
GSC-01-85238-VG
GSC-01-83134-VG
RCN8966-24
RCN9034-24
RCN8966-26
RCN9047-26
RCN9034-28
Cat5e Quadrax Protocol
GSC-03-84608-00
GSC-03-84820-00
Cat5e 2-Pair Protocol
RCN9133-24
RCN9133-26
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