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Supporting system designers and engineers, W. L. Gore & Associates’ ribbon cables are manufactured with rugged materials proven to withstand the volatile conditions experienced by aircraft and military vehicles everywhere. They maintain high-speed communications up to 12 channels on avionics and vectronics digital networks.

In a small, light size and rugged construction, this version from W. L. Gore & Associates offers easy routing, greater shrink-back reduction and shorter sample termination times with a similar level of crush resistance as our other Simplex cables to protect sensitive components.

Advanced systems in aircraft and armored vehicles depend on reliable high-bandwidth data and video cables. Designed for complex airborne and defense digital network applications, this version from W. L. Gore & Associates balances mechanical strength with a slim, lightweight design accommodating tight installation paths.

From advanced digital networks to video systems, safe, efficient operation demands high-speed data transfer without interruption. This version from W. L. Gore & Associates has a smaller form factor that maintains data transfer speeds up to 1 GHz and exceeds crosstalk requirements in challenging environments.

Avionics and vectronics require high-performance wires and cables that can deliver superior signals and fast data transmission speeds, even in demanding conditions. W. L. Gore & Associates offers a portfolio of solutions that fulfill those needs while reducing weight, installation complexities and overall costs.

A premier solution for copper-based IEEE 1394b FireWire data links, W. L. Gore & Associates offers quadrax cables for defense and commercial aircraft. They withstand extreme conditions without damage over system life, transmitting high-fidelity signals and uninterrupted data with flexure at S400 data rates.

Serving the armed forces with decades of proven performance, GORE® SKYFLEX® Aerospace Materials from W. L. Gore & Associates offer superior surface protection and sealing capabilities to meet common in-flight challenges. They can be ordered through United States Defense Logistics Agency channels and authorized commercial vendors through the National Stock Numbers (NSN) for defense helicopters detailed on this page and PDF below, including:

• Apache AH-64
• Blackhawk UH-60
• Seahawk MH-60
• Chinook CH-47
• Osprey V-22

Our cables and materials have participated in decades worth of civil and defense aircraft programs. We offer a wide selection of high-speed data cables, microwave/RF assemblies, airframe sealants, and more. 

Aircraft and military vehicle OEMs can review a complete list of selected, pre-qualified copper, fiber optic and hybrid cable samples from W. L. Gore & Associates. This way, you can validate our standard products in your specific application with lower technical and business risks to your program.

Complete a short form to get instant access to drawings for GORE® High Speed Data Cables for aerospace and defense applications. Drawings from W. L. Gore & Associates are valid only at the time of printing.