GORE® Space Cables, Type CSWL
Our robust, low-mass cables resist extreme temperatures, chemicals and cut-through, send reliable power and signals, and offer valuable weight savings.
Withstands Harsh Space Travel Conditions
GORE® Space Cables, Type CSWL, are built with temperature- and chemical-resistant materials necessary for space travel. They also reduce the risk of cut-through and material creep. Our cables offer smaller, low-mass diameters with tighter bending and extremely low spring-back for simpler installation and valuable weight savings.
Robust Mechanical & Electrical Performance
Unlike standard materials, Type CSWL of GORE Space Cables offers unique features that manufacturers and end users can benefit from like:
- robust protection against extreme temperatures, harsh chemicals and more
- reduces the risk of insulation cut-through and material creep
- distributes reliable power up to 600 Vrms with high-quality signal transmission
- reduces total launch mass for more weight savings and payload
- flexible construction with tight bending aids in routing and installation
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Well-Suited for All Areas — from Propulsion to Optical Systems
GORE Space Cables, Type CSWL, is frequently used in the following applications:
- launch vehicles
- low earth orbit (LEO) satellites
- manned & unmanned space missions
- transfer vehicles
Notably, our cables are qualified to rigorous ESCC 3901/024 requirements and have been successfully used aboard the Vega Launcher.
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Spaceflight Program Heritage
For many decades, W. L. Gore & Associates has provided reliable solutions in hundreds of global spaceflight programs with a 100% failure-free flight record.
- We work closely with major space organizations like the ESA (European Space Agency) and NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) to deliver valued reliability from an ESA-qualified and ISO 9001:2000-certified manufacturing facility.
- Since 1986 (Gore’s first ESA-qualified product for spaceflight), 10 of our products have been qualified to ESCC 3901/3902/3408 specifications, and 11 are registered on the Qualified Parts List (QPL).
Our products have been used in many well-known missions and programs over the years, including:
- 1969 Apollo 11 First Moon Landing
- International Space Station
- Mars Exploration Rover Programs
- Space Shuttle Programs
- James Webb Space & Hubble Telescopes
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Watch and learn how Gore can help solve the design challenges inherent in space missions, providing decades of proven, reliable solutions to space companies.
Technical Information
GORE Space Cables, Type CSWL, meet these technical specifications:
| Elec./Mech./Environ. Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Operating Voltage Vrms | 600 |
| Jacket Material | Expanded PTFE + PFA |
| Jacket Color | White |
| Insulation Material | Engineered Fluoropolymer + PTFE |
| Conductor | Silver-Plated Copper or Copper Alloy, True Concentric |
| Temperature Range °C | -200 to +200 |
GORE Space Cables, Type CSWL, are available in 64 variants from 30 to 12 AWG sizes. When ordering our product, specify ESCC3901024XXB, with “XX” being the appropriate variant number.
Examples include the following:
| Variant Number | Number of Cores | Ordering Number |
|---|---|---|
| 08 | 1 | ESCC390102408B |
| 41 | 2 | ESCC390102441B |
| 54 | 3 | ESCC390102454B |
| 64 | 4 | ESCC390102464B |
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FOR INDUSTRIAL USE ONLY
Not for use in food, drug, cosmetic or medical device manufacturing, processing, or packaging operations.
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