Cable Performance and Specifications

GORE Spaceflight Microwave/RF Assemblies, ESCC 3408-Qualified Type 8S were developed with our extensive expertise in manipulating fluoropolymers to be used above the Earth, above the equator, or in deep space. With our approved, high-performance materials, Type 8S’ jacket is radiation tolerant at 700 MRAD, and our cable assembly can withstand extreme thermal cycles over time, shock and vibration, reducing the risk of system damage or failure. They also eliminate EMI with outstanding shielding effectiveness up to 22 GHz and offer the following advantages when compared to alternatives:

Small, Flexible Construction

Type 8S has a small diameter of 2.2 mm (0.085 in.), in addition to low mass and high flexibility. This not only allows for easier routing and installation in high-density applications, but it also reduces the weight of the spacecraft.

Uninterrupted Signals

At frequencies ranging from DC to 22 GHz, Gore’s coaxial cable assembly is proven to transmit uninterrupted signals with low loss, as well as excellent phase stability, over the duration of the mission, ensuring success of every spaceflight.

Meeting Rigorous Standards for Traditional Space Applications

Our unique fluoropolymers used in construction, as well as specialized connector termination processes, provide proven, evidence-based performance and meet stringent industry standards. GORE Spaceflight Microwave/RF Assemblies, ESCC 3408-Qualified Type 8S are qualified to ESCC 3408/002 specifications and appear on the ESA QPL. Gore’s proven coaxial cables are also:

  • Reliably manufactured in an ESA-qualified, ISO9001:2000-certified manufacturing facility
  • Proven to have a 100% failure-free flight record after use in hundreds of global spaceflight programs
  • Ideal for inside-the-box, box-to-box and generic payload applications

In fact, Gore’s products have been used in many ESA missions, including the following:

  • Aeolus
  • Biomass
  • Envisat
  • ERS
  • IXV
  • MetOp
  • Meteosat
  • MSG
  • MTG
  • Sentinel
  • And many more (Ask Gore for full heritage list).

How to Order GORE Spaceflight Microwave/RF Assemblies, ESCC 3408-Qualified Type 8S

To further minimize loss and reflection, GORE Spaceflight Microwave/RF Assemblies, ESCC 3408-Qualified Type 8S are available with connector variants specifically engineered to complement assembly performance. To learn more or to discuss the specific needs for your application, contact a Gore representative or access the GORE® Microwave/RF Assembly Builder. To make a purchase, contact a distributor.