Secondary Insulation — Full-Length Protection
Comprehensive Cable Protection from Connector to Connector.
Gore Cable Protection Systems provide end-to-end ePTFE-based protection against the three most common causes of in-service cable failure: mechanical cut-through, chemical attack, and extreme temperature exposure. By guarding the full cable length — not just known wear points — these systems substantially extend cable assembly service life in the harshest industrial and aerospace environments.
Comprehensive ePTFE-based cable protection solutions guarding against cut-through, chemicals, and extreme temperatures across the full cable length.
Why Choose Gore Cable Protection Systems?
Cut-Through and Puncture Resistance
Gore ePTFE protection systems significantly increase resistance to mechanical cut-through from sharp metal edges, fasteners, and hardware. This is critical in aerospace wire bundle routing where cables pass near structural members and in industrial machinery where cable routing is complex and maintenance access is limited.
Full Chemical Barrier
ePTFE is chemically inert to virtually all industrial and aerospace fluids. A Gore protection system applied over the full cable length provides a continuous barrier against hydraulic fluid, fuel, coolant, and cleaning solvents — preventing the gradual insulation degradation that leads to in-service failures.
Thermal Protection
Operating continuously from −65°C to +200°C, Gore protection systems maintain their mechanical and chemical barrier properties across the full temperature range encountered in aerospace avionics bays, engine nacelles, and industrial furnace environments.
Technical Specifications
- Protection material
- ePTFE (expanded PTFE)
- Operating temperature
- −65°C to +200°C
- Chemical resistance
- Virtually all industrial/aerospace fluids
- Coverage
- Full cable length — point-to-point
- Application forms
- Tubing, tape, wrapped, braided configurations
- Weight impact
- Minimal — lightweight ePTFE construction
Applications
- Aerospace wire harness protection in chemical-exposure zones
- Industrial robot cable harness full-length abrasion and chemical protection
- Electronic control unit wiring in harsh automotive environments
- Oil and gas wellhead and downhole cable protection
- Industrial furnace and high-temperature process equipment wiring
- Military vehicle electrical system protection
Industries Served
Frequently Asked Questions
How is a Gore Cable Protection System applied to an existing harness?
Depending on the configuration selected (tubing, tape, or wrapped form), Gore protection systems can be applied during harness assembly or retrofitted to existing assemblies. Contact RSTECH Electronics to discuss the most suitable application method for your harness design.
Does applying the protection system affect cable flex performance?
Gore ePTFE protection systems are designed to minimize the impact on cable flexibility. The ePTFE material remains flexible across the full operating temperature range, allowing the protected harness to be routed through standard bending radii.
Can these systems be used in UL and CE certified installations?
Gore ePTFE materials are compatible with the requirements of many certification frameworks. Contact RSTECH Electronics to discuss specific certification documentation for your application.
What is the difference between Gore Cable Protection Systems and Abrasion Resistant Jackets?
Cable Protection Systems are designed for comprehensive, full-length protection against multiple failure modes (cut-through, chemicals, temperature), while Abrasion Resistant Jackets focus specifically on wear and abrasion at high-contact points. Both use ePTFE — the choice depends on the dominant failure mode in your application.
Ready to source Cable Protection Systems in Israel?
Contact RSTECH Electronics — your authorized Gore representative in Israel.