Maximum Signal Density in Minimum Space
Fine-Pitch Flat Cables That Route Where Round Cables Cannot
Gore Flat Cables provide exceptional conductor density in a thin, ribbon form factor — enabling signal routing through spaces where conventional round cables would be impossible. Engineered for the flex life and reliability that medical devices, aerospace electronics, and precision instruments demand.
Fine-pitch flat cables engineered for tight-space routing. Extremely lightweight with reliable flex life for applications where space and weight are critical.
Why Choose Gore Flat Cables?
Route Signals Through Impossible Spaces
When designing compact medical devices, satellite electronics, or miniaturized industrial equipment, round cable harnesses simply do not fit. Gore Flat Cables' thin profile and defined-width form factor allow routing through panel cutouts, along hinges, and in gaps of just a few millimeters — enabling design geometries that are otherwise impossible.
High Conductor Density Without Mass Penalty
Flat cables carry dozens of conductors in a single thin ribbon, yet weigh a fraction of equivalent round cable harnesses. This density-to-weight ratio is critical in aerospace electronics boxes, surgical instruments, and portable diagnostic equipment where both weight and available volume are tightly constrained.
Consistent Electrical Performance in Flex Applications
Each conductor in a flat cable maintains a fixed, defined position relative to its neighbors, ensuring consistent impedance and crosstalk characteristics that are difficult to achieve in a hand-assembled round harness. This predictability is essential for high-speed signal integrity and EMC compliance in medical and aerospace certification.
Technical Specifications
- Pitch Options
- 0.635 / 1.0 / 1.27 / 2.54 mm
- Conductor Count
- 2 to 60+ conductors
- Operating Temperature
- -65°C to +200°C
- Conductor Gauge
- 28–36 AWG
- Insulation
- FEP / PTFE
- Thickness
- 0.3 mm to 1.5 mm typical
Applications
- Surgical robotic arm joint signal routing
- Implantable device lead wiring harnesses
- Satellite and spacecraft electronics interconnects
- HDD and SSD storage device internal flex circuits
- Industrial printer and plotter print head connections
- Avionics display and panel connector harnesses
Industries Served
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum bend radius for Gore Flat Cables in dynamic flex applications?
Minimum bend radius depends on the specific cable construction and conductor pitch. Gore Flat Cables are designed for dynamic flexing, and RSTECH can provide the datasheet for your chosen configuration. As a general guideline, dynamic bending radius is typically 10–20× cable thickness.
Are shielded flat cable versions available?
Yes. Gore offers flat cables with individual conductor shielding, overall foil shielding, and combined shielding configurations for applications requiring EMI protection. This is commonly specified in medical imaging and aerospace electronics.
Can these cables be custom-terminated?
Gore Flat Cables are available with a wide variety of connector terminations including IDC, ZIF, and custom micro connectors. RSTECH Electronics can source cable assemblies with specific terminations for your application.
Are these suitable for cleanroom or low-outgassing environments?
Yes. Gore's fluoropolymer insulation materials have inherently low outgassing properties, making these cables suitable for semiconductor fab cleanrooms, space applications, and other contamination-sensitive environments.
Ready to source Flat Cables in Israel?
Contact RSTECH Electronics — your local authorized Gore representative — for pricing, availability, and technical support.