LANDENBERG, Pa. (July 10, 2014) – W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. (Gore) introduces GORE® Ethernet Cables to meet the military and civil aerospace markets' emerging need for higher data rate cables in a lightweight, flexible, and routable package. Featuring the unique cable jacket material found in GORE® 1394b FireWire Cables, GORE® Ethernet Cables provide the ideal combination of high speed and light weight necessary for a wide range of aerospace applications. 

GORE® Ethernet Cables are engineered for the demands of modern airborne digital networks. This CAT-6A cable supports TIA-568 applications up to 10 gigabits while increasing signal density with reduced cable diameter. GORE® Ethernet Cables are available in two standard sizes – 24 AWG and 26 AWG. 

GORE® Ethernet Cables carry on the heritage and proven success of GORE® Aerospace Cables such as GORE® 1394b FireWire Cables, which have long been the premier solution for 1394b FireWire data links on Lockheed Martin’s F-35 program. 

"Gore's expertise and cable technology has produced a high-performance cable solution," said Lorraine Martin, Lockheed Martin F-35 General Manager. "GORE® 1394b Military FireWire Cables have enabled Lockheed Martin to meet the stringent demands of the F-35 data transfer system while reducing weight on the platform." 

Tom Sharp, Gore Aerospace Cable Engineer, added, "Based on the success of GORE® 1394b Military FireWire Cables on the JSF program, we are excited about the launch of GORE® Ethernet Cables. This initiative brings our proven track record of lightweight and high-data-rate performance to a wider range of aircraft applications." 

Typical applications for GORE® Ethernet Cables include: avionics networks, digital video systems, cabin management systems, flight management systems, Ethernet backbone and in-flight entertainment systems. 

Higher data rate systems require greater attention to all electrical parameters, such as impedance control, attenuation, crosstalk, and EMI. Craig Hislop, Gore Aerospace Product Manager, said, "Design engineers are integrating sophisticated electronics into almost every system of modern military and civil aircraft. It is essential for electronic systems to communicate reliably and accurately, and cables are the lifeline of these systems." 

GORE® Ethernet Cables will be on display at Farnborough Air Show, July 14-20, Hall 1 Stand C15. For more info on GORE® Ethernet Cables, visit gore.com/electronics, or contact a Gore applications specialist at electronics.usa@wlgore.com.

Gore is a technology-driven company focused on discovery and product innovation. Well known for waterproof, breathable GORE-TEX® fabric, the company’s portfolio includes everything from high-performance fabrics and implantable medical devices to industrial manufacturing components and aerospace electronics. Founded in 1958 and headquartered in Newark, Del., Gore posts annual sales of more than $3.2 billion and employs approximately 10,000 associates with manufacturing facilities in the United States, Germany, the United Kingdom, Japan and China, and sales offices around the world. Gore is one of a select few companies to appear on all of the U.S. “100 Best Companies to Work For” lists since the rankings debuted in 1984. The company also appears regularly on similar lists around the world. Learn more at gore.com.

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PLEINFELD, Germany (June 1, 2015) – W. L. Gore & Associates (Gore) introduces GORE® Ethernet Cables to meet the civil aerospace industry's emerging need for higher data rate cables in a lightweight, flexible, and routable package. Engineered for the demands of modern airborne digital networks, GORE® Ethernet Cables provide high-speed data transmission up to 10 gigabits over longer distances. They provide excellent signal integrity with stable performance in demanding environments, including a wide range of temperatures. These cables are available in two standard sizes – 24 AWG and 26 AWG. 

GORE® Ethernet Cables feature a unique cable jacket material and high-density construction that significantly reduces weight and diameter for improved installation. This connector insert is a direct replacement for current quadrax technology that allows for up to 20 times the data in the same space. "Being able to directly replace a size 8 quadrax connector within an ARINC 600 or 38999 shell with the Gore 10GbE product combined with a Glenair, Inc. El Ochito™ connector allows for a dramatic increase in data capability within the same form factor," says Jeremy Moore, Application Engineer at Gore. The unique cable jacket material provides the ideal combination of high speed and lighter weight necessary for a wide range of aerospace applications. 

GORE® Ethernet Cables carry on the heritage and proven success of GORE® Aerospace Cables and Materials such as GORE® 1394b FireWire® Cables, which have long been the premier solution for 1394b FireWire® data links on military aircraft. Gore has leveraged this technology to deliver faster and more robust solutions to the civil industry and in-flight entertainment (IFE) market. Adrian Milne, Global Product Manager says, "Providing a capability within the IFE market place to replace multiple quad cables with a single 10GbE Gore cable allows our customers to save both weight and cost while increasing their ability to satisfy the industry demand for ever-increasing data usage." 

Typical applications for GORE® Ethernet Cables include avionics networks, digital video systems, content loading, cabin management systems, flight management systems, Ethernet backbone, and IFE systems. "Airlines and associated users facing the challenge of updating IFE server content can benefit from systems utilizing faster data-loading capability. The Gore 10GbE cable can be an integral part of this solution," says Manfred Gross, Gore Application Engineer. 

Higher data rate systems require greater attention to all electrical parameters, such as impedance control, attenuation, crosstalk, and EMI. Design engineers are integrating sophisticated electronics into almost every system of modern civil aircraft. It is essential for electronic systems to communicate reliably and accurately, and cables are the lifeline of these systems. 

For more information about GORE® Ethernet Cables, visit gore.com/electronics, or contact a Gore applications specialist at electronics.usa@wlgore.com. 

Gore is a technology-driven company focused on discovery and product innovation. Well known for waterproof, breathable GORE-TEX® fabric, the company’s portfolio includes everything from high-performance fabrics and implantable medical devices to industrial manufacturing components and aerospace electronics. Founded in 1958 and headquartered in Newark, Del., Gore posts annual sales of more than $3.2 billion and employs approximately 10,000 associates with manufacturing facilities in the United States, Germany, the United Kingdom, Japan and China, and sales offices around the world. Gore is one of a select few companies to appear on all of the U.S. “100 Best Companies to Work For” lists since the rankings debuted in 1984. The company also appears regularly on similar lists around the world. Learn more at gore.com.

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LANDENBERG, Pa. (November 19, 2015) – W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. (Gore) has launched an enhanced website at gore.com/aerospace-ethernet-cables to provide easier access to product information and performance data. The site simplifies the design process by providing connector compatibility data along with cable termination instructions that enable visitors to evaluate the performance of their high-speed interconnects. 

"We wanted to remove the guesswork around cable-connector selections, so we improved our site to make it easier for visitors to add high-speed Cat6a networks to their systems," says Brian Tallman, product manager for Gore's Military Aerospace Team. He adds, "The site helps customers take advantage of the electrical and mechanical benefits of our cable." 

On the site, visitors can access technical documentation and multimedia such as: 

• Cable-Connector Compatibility — download electrical data for GORE® Aerospace Ethernet Cables connected to leading high-speed aerospace connectors.
• Cable-Connector Termination Instructions — download Gore’s best practices for terminating GORE® Aerospace Ethernet Cables with leading high-speed aerospace connectors.
• Selecting the Right Ethernet Cables to Increase High-Speed Data Transmission — read the latest white paper on the importance of selecting the right Ethernet cables to ensure reliable performance in challenging aerospace environments.
• Demonstration Video — watch a Gore application engineer display GORE® Aerospace Ethernet Cables connected to common avionic components, and demonstrate how easy it is to route the cables through existing airframe bulkheads.

GORE® Aerospace Ethernet Cables are engineered for the increasing data demands of modern airborne digital networks. They meet the military and civil aerospace markets' emerging need for higher data rate cables that provide superior electrical performance in a lightweight, flexible, and routable package. 

Visit gore.com/aerospace-ethernet-cables to find out more! 

Gore is a technology-driven company focused on discovery and product innovation. Well known for waterproof, breathable GORE-TEX® fabric, the company’s portfolio includes everything from high-performance fabrics and implantable medical devices to industrial manufacturing components and aerospace electronics. Founded in 1958 and headquartered in Newark, Del., Gore posts annual sales of more than $3.2 billion and employs approximately 10,000 associates with manufacturing facilities in the United States, Germany, the United Kingdom, Japan and China, and sales offices around the world. Gore is one of a select few companies to appear on all of the U.S. “100 Best Companies to Work For” lists since the rankings debuted in 1984. The company also appears regularly on similar lists around the world. Learn more at gore.com. 

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PLEINFELD, Germany (September 25, 2015) – As the passenger demand for quick and easy access to in-flight entertainment and connectivity (IFEC) increases, aircraft IFEC systems need to provide faster data transmission over longer distances. W. L. Gore & Associates (Gore) and Kontron, a global manufacturer of embedded computer modules, boards and systems, are working together to successfully meet these growing demands. 

GORE® Ethernet Cables are engineered for the increasing data demands of modern airborne digital networks. These cables, coupled with Kontron's embedded computing avionic systems, deliver reliable signal integrity for high-speed data transmission up to 10 gigabits over longer distances. The lightweight construction and smaller gauge size of GORE® Ethernet Cables in Kontron's system architecture also help to reduce weight on aircraft. Adrian Milne, Global Product Manager says, "Our goal is to provide Kontron with interconnects that are lighter, smaller, and more efficient to help their leading-edge connectivity systems perform at the optimum level." 

RJ McLaren, Kontron Avionics Product Manager added, "Ecosystem collaboration is critical when developing next-generation solutions, and Gore's innovative materials expertise provides an optimal interconnect solution for our high data rate systems." 

GORE® Ethernet Cables connected to Kontron's hardware will be on display at APEX (Airline Passenger Experience Association) Expo in Portland, Oregon on September 28 through October 1, Booth 328. For more information about GORE® Aerospace Cables, visit gore.com/electronics, or contact a Gore applications specialist at electronics.usa@wlgore.com. 

Gore is a technology-driven company focused on discovery and product innovation. Well known for waterproof, breathable GORE-TEX® fabric, the company’s portfolio includes everything from high-performance fabrics and implantable medical devices to industrial manufacturing components and aerospace electronics. Founded in 1958 and headquartered in Newark, Del., Gore posts annual sales of more than $3.2 billion and employs approximately 10,000 associates with manufacturing facilities in the United States, Germany, the United Kingdom, Japan and China, and sales offices around the world. Gore is one of a select few companies to appear on all of the U.S. “100 Best Companies to Work For” lists since the rankings debuted in 1984. The company also appears regularly on similar lists around the world. Learn more at gore.com.

GORE, GORE-TEX, and design are trademarks of W. L. Gore & Associates.

Kontron is a global leader in embedded computing technology. With its employees in research and development, Kontron creates many of the standards that drive the world's embedded computing platforms. Kontron's product longevity, local engineering and support, and value-added services, help create a sustainable and viable embedded solution for OEMs and system integrators. Kontron works closely with its customers on their embedded application-ready platforms and custom solutions, enabling them to focus on their core competencies. The result is an accelerated time-to-market, reduced total-cost-of-ownership and an improved overall application with leading-edge, highly-reliable embedded technology. Learn more at kontron.com.

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LANDENBERG, Pa. (September 25, 2015) – W. L. Gore & Associates (Gore) introduces GORE® Aerospace Fiber Optic Cables to meet the civil aerospace industry's need for reliable high-speed data transmission cables in a durable, lightweight construction. Engineered with a unique dual-buffering system, GORE® Aerospace Fiber Optic Cables withstand the challenging environments they encounter throughout an aircraft's service life. These cables deliver excellent signal integrity for high-speed data transmission in wide temperature ranges. 

GORE® Aerospace Fiber Optic Cables have a robust construction that is smaller and lighter weight for improved installation. These cables are highly flexible with a tight bend radius for easy routing in confined spaces of an aircraft. They resist crushing, kinking, and abrasion while providing reliable signal integrity before and after installation. "Our customers value a fiber product that can survive the rigors of installation" – Jeremy Moore, Application Engineer at W. L. Gore & Associates. With an exceptional balance of properties, GORE® Aerospace Fiber Optic Cables are the choice of engineers when they need additional durability without sacrificing size or weight. 

GORE® Aerospace Fiber Optic Cables complement the wide Aerospace product offerings in including, high performance quads, Cat5E, Cat6A, USB3.1, HDMI 2.0 and high frequency GORE Microwave cables. 

Typical applications for GORE® Aerospace Fiber Optic Cables include avionics networks, digital video systems, cabin management systems, flight management systems, Ethernet backbone, transceivers, weather radar systems, and in-flight entertainment and connectivity (IFEC) systems. 

GORE® Aerospace Fiber Optic Cables will be on display at APEX (Airline Passenger Experience Association) Expo in Portland, Oregon on September 28 through October 1, Booth 328. For more information about GORE® Aerospace Fiber Optic Cables, visit gore.com/electronics, or contact a Gore applications specialist at electronics.usa@wlgore.com. 

Gore is a technology-driven company focused on discovery and product innovation. Well known for waterproof, breathable GORE-TEX® fabric, the company’s portfolio includes everything from high-performance fabrics and implantable medical devices to industrial manufacturing components and aerospace electronics. Founded in 1958 and headquartered in Newark, Del., Gore posts annual sales of more than $3.2 billion and employs approximately 10,000 associates with manufacturing facilities in the United States, Germany, the United Kingdom, Japan and China, and sales offices around the world. Gore is one of a select few companies to appear on all of the U.S. “100 Best Companies to Work For” lists since the rankings debuted in 1984. The company also appears regularly on similar lists around the world. Learn more at gore.com.

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