The Gold Standard of Test

About GORE PHASEFLEX Microwave/RF Test Assemblies

Gore's recognition by the 2020 Military & Aerospace Innovators Awards proves that not all test cables are made equally. Alternative test cables may have a similar appearance to GORE PHASEFLEX Microwave RF/Test Assemblies and even seem to function in the same way. However, for critical aerospace and defense missions, Gore’s solutions are the only internally ruggedized, flexible microwave/RF test cable assemblies on the market that deliver consistent electrical quotas with long service life in harsh environments. This makes them ideal for laboratory, production and field testing environments and applications such as:

  • Radar
  • Electronic warfare
  • C5ISR suites
  • Other applications demanding reliable testing

Award-Winning Construction and Prequalification Testing

GORE PHASEFLEX Microwave/RF Test Assemblies offer a highly durable construction comprised of inner and outer layers that ensure outstanding electrical performance and mechanical protection. Proven to perform reliably over the life of the system, they decrease the application’s need for replacement cables by providing over 250 lbs. per linear in. of crush-resistant protection, as well as resistance to the following:

  • Extreme temperature changes
  • Moisture
  • Shock
  • Mechanical stress
  • Flexure
  • Chemicals

What's more, they can be easily routed through tight aircraft spaces without damage and are built to withstand frequent testing, disconnecting, coiling, uncoiling, dragging, pulling and even being driven over by cars.

The benefits of GORE PHASEFLEX Microwave/RF Test Assemblies are only made possible because of Gore's commitment to rigorous testing. Data indicates that more than 75% of microwave/RF cables are frequently replaced due to damage during installation or use, mostly the cause of poor-quality construction, issues with connector terminators and/or failure when exposed to harsh environments. This is why Gore prequalifies every product before it hits the market, providing confidence to aerospace and defense technicians. With the proof to back our claims, we are able to promise exactly what to expect from GORE PHASEFLEX Microwave/RF Test Assemblies, including:

Reliable Performance through Extensive Flexing

The results of Gore's accelerated life testing indicate that GORE® PHASEFLEX® Microwave/RF Test Assemblies offer consistent performance quality over 10,000 flex cycles and more, while alternatives change in performance after only 100-300 flex cycles. Some of our cables even exceed 100,000 flex cycles with reliable performance.

Excellent Loss, Phase Stability and VSWR

In test applications that demand precise, repeatable measurements and electrical performance up to 110 GHz, GORE PHASEFLEX Microwave/RF Test Assemblies deliver optimal VSWR and insertion loss, as well as enhanced phase and amplitude stability with flexure and temperature.

Experience the Gold Standard in Aerospace and Defense Aircraft Testing

Critical aerospace and defense testing environments cannot risk test data reliability and integrity by choosing just any test cable assembly. Test cables greatly impact performance, which is why technicians and engineers should always invest in the gold standard – GORE PHASEFLEX Microwave/RF Test Assemblies. To learn more, contact a Gore representative today and request prequalified, tested samples for your specific application.

Also, you can utilize the GORE® Microwave/RF Assembly Calculator online tool, which helps you calculate insertion loss, VSWR and other parameters of our cable assemblies. Also utilize the GORE® Microwave/RF Assembly Builder online tool, which allows you build an assembly that’s right for your exact needs or to request a quote for an assembly for your specifications.

FOR INDUSTRIAL USE ONLY

Not for use in food, drug, cosmetic or medical device manufacturing, processing, or packaging operations.