Overview
Better Venting Addresses Lighting Industry Challenges

Lighting enclosures are increasingly vulnerable to the demands of evolving technologies: higher-density components create higher internal temperatures and pressures; transparent lenses make condensation more visible and warranty claims more numerous, and LED bulbs demand longer life of the entire system, requiring more robust protection from both contaminants and condensation.
GORE Protective Vents for outdoor lighting enclosures are proven to reduce condensation and contaminants by:
- providing rapid pressure equalization and release, to extend seal life
- minimizing condensation through more effective vapor diffusion
- preventing entry of contaminants like dust, dirt and debris
- high-performance venting eliminates the need for extra-hardened components, saving weight and costs
Why Vent?
Electronic enclosures that are installed outdoors are vulnerable to a wide range of environmental hazards that can affect the performance, reliability and life expectancy of the sensitive electronics within.
Problems for Outdoor Electronics:
Reliable Solutions with GORE Protective Vents:
Applications
Proven Experience and Expertise in a Broad Variety of Lighting Applications
Industrial / Commercial Outdoor Lighting | |
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Gore has successfully partnered with large manufacturers of industrial and commercial outdoor lights to solve contamination and condensation challenges, and deliver longer lasting lights. |
Emergency Lighting | |
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Emergency lighting must be ready to function on a moment’s notice. The global engineering team at Gore has a wealth of applications experience to ensure that emergency lighting is fully functional when needed. |
Outdoor Decorative Lighting | |
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Customers expect decorative lights to maintain their appearance over time. Gore has experience collaborating with outdoor decorative lighting manufacturers to solve condensation issues, which can degrade the appearance of lights. |
Entertainment Lighting | |
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With a proven track record in venting entertainment lighting, Gore has helped manufacturers design systems that can withstand harsh environments and reliably provide maximum lighting performance. |
Marine Lighting | |
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Marine lighting must be able to withstand water, dirt and debris as well as handle pressure differentials caused by weather changes. Gore’s engineering and materials expertise excels in addressing these challenges. |
Ballast and Transformers | |
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Gore has global expertise in solving internal pressure challenges within ballast and transformers. Our team of engineers can be considered an extension of your design team. |
Product Comparison

NEW GORE® PolyVent XS
Realize Streamlined Designs With a 30% Smaller Vent. Learn more.

ENHANCED: GORE® PolyVent Stainless Steel
Now top-rated for mechanical impact resistance. Compare all Screw-In Series options.
* IK10 rating applies to this GORE® Vent, not the device.
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Recent News
Press Release
New GORE® PolyVent XS Makes Room for More Design Options in Smaller, Lighter-Weight Housings
Posted October 2, 2018
W. L. Gore & Associates introduces GORE® PolyVent XS: a snap-in vent that is 30% smaller than their PolyVent Standard. The latest addition to the portfolio of GORE Protective Vents, GORE PolyVent XS delivers robust performance and durability, while its smaller size allows more options for vent positioning when designing smaller, lighter-weight housings for outdoor electronics.
News
New GORE® PolyVent XS is 30% smaller, for more design options and easier integration into small, thin-walled outdoor electronics
Posted September 30, 2018
GORE® Protective Vents introduces PolyVent XS, for designers who want to achieve more sophisticated aesthetics in todays smaller, lighter-weight and thinner-walled enclosures. About 30% smaller in every dimension than Gore’s Standard and High-Airflow snap-in vents, PolyVent XS has a smaller diameter and a shorter “head” for less external protrusion – so it’s virtually undetectable when installed. Its shorter “legs” mean less protrusion inside the enclosure, for more room and more design flexibility.
Press Release
New GORE® PolyVent EX+
Posted November 29, 2017
MUNICH, GERMANY (November 29, 2017) – W. L. Gore & Associates proudly announces the launch of GORE® PolyVent Ex+. Our latest addition to the Protective Vents Screw-In Series is certified according to explosion-proof safety standards, IECEx and ATEX. This will allow you to sell your products globally with fewer certification efforts, saving you labour and testing costs. Plus, the PolyVent Ex+ offers you additional protection performance due to its unique design.
News
New GORE® PolyVent Ex+: IECEx / ATEX Explosion Protection Certified
Posted November 27, 2017
The newly launched GORE® PolyVent Ex+ adds explosion protection according to IECEx and ATEX to GORE® Protective Vents Screw-In Series. GORE® PolyVent Ex+ offers additional plus (+) features that truly deliver the uncompromising and reliable product performance which is required in tough environments and add to the “long-time safety aspect” for both – operators and equipment.
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Not for use in food, drug, cosmetic or medical device manufacturing, processing, or packaging operations.