Secondary Insulation — Cable Protection
Stop Cable Wear Before It Stops Your Operation.
Gore abrasion-resistant ePTFE jackets protect cables operating in environments with constant mechanical contact, sharp metal edges, and dynamic cable motion. By adding a highly durable outer layer over existing cable assemblies, Gore jackets dramatically extend service life and reduce the frequency of costly cable replacements in heavy industrial, aerospace, and automotive applications.
Gore abrasion-resistant ePTFE jackets extend cable service life in environments with continuous mechanical wear, sharp edges, and dynamic cable motion.
Why Choose Gore Abrasion Resistant Jackets?
Superior Abrasion Resistance
Gore ePTFE jackets outperform conventional PVC, PUR, and nylon jackets in standardized abrasion testing. In applications where cables rub against metal structures, cable guides, or adjacent cables, the extended jacket life translates directly to fewer field replacements and less maintenance downtime.
Maintained Cable Flexibility
Unlike rigid conduit or heavily armored protection systems, Gore abrasion-resistant jackets add minimal stiffness to the cable assembly. The protected cable can still be routed through tight bends and dynamic cable chains without compromising flex life.
Chemical and Environmental Inertness
ePTFE does not absorb industrial fluids, fuels, or cleaning solvents, and does not crack or embrittle when exposed to UV radiation or ozone. This makes Gore jackets effective in harsh outdoor, aerospace, and automotive under-hood environments.
Technical Specifications
- Jacket material
- ePTFE (expanded PTFE)
- Operating temperature
- −65°C to +200°C
- Chemical resistance
- Oils, fuels, hydraulic fluids, solvents
- UV resistance
- Excellent (inherent ePTFE property)
- Application method
- Applied over existing cable assemblies
- Standard forms
- Tubing, tape, wrapped configurations
Applications
- Industrial robot cables at wear points near cable guides
- Aerospace harness protection at airframe chafe zones
- Automotive underhood cables near hot or sharp components
- Cable chain (e-chain) exit point abrasion protection
- Mining and heavy construction equipment cable protection
- Marine deck wiring subject to UV and mechanical wear
Industries Served
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Gore abrasion-resistant jackets be retrofitted to existing cable assemblies?
Yes. Gore abrasion-resistant jackets are designed to be applied over existing cables in the field, without requiring replacement of the underlying cable assembly. This is a cost-effective way to extend the life of existing harnesses in high-wear zones.
How does ePTFE compare to nylon or polyurethane abrasion protection?
Gore ePTFE jackets typically show significantly better abrasion resistance in standardized tests compared to nylon or PUR, while also offering superior temperature and chemical resistance. They are particularly advantageous in high-temperature environments where PUR would degrade.
Are these jackets available in different wall thicknesses?
Yes. Jacket wall thickness can be selected based on the severity of the abrasion environment and the flexibility requirements of the application. Contact RSTECH Electronics to discuss the appropriate specification.
Do Gore abrasion-resistant jackets provide any EMI shielding?
ePTFE abrasion jackets are non-conductive and do not provide EMI shielding. For combined abrasion and EMI protection, see Gore Protective Braids, which combine a conductive braid layer with abrasion protection.
Ready to source Abrasion Resistant Jackets in Israel?
Contact RSTECH Electronics — your authorized Gore representative in Israel.