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Avionics and vectronics require high-performance wires and cables that can deliver superior signals and fast data transmission speeds, even in demanding conditions. W. L. Gore & Associates offers a portfolio of solutions that fulfill those needs while reducing weight, installation complexities and overall costs.

Aircraft and military vehicle OEMs can review a complete list of selected, pre-qualified copper, fiber optic and hybrid cable samples from W. L. Gore & Associates. This way, you can validate our standard products in your specific application with lower technical and business risks to your program.

Also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), drones have become commonplace in commercial and defense applications, but as the technology continues to evolve, so does a shift in power management systems. Drones that once ran on high energy density batteries with limited flight time are now being redesigned to rely on high-performing cables, which use a battery backup and offer unlimited flight time. 

Listen to Tom Sharp, Application Engineer with W. L. Gore & Associates, talk about Gore’s solution that meets military and commercial customer demand for more payload and increased cable length during operation.

Listen to Jeff “Rev” Wood, Market Development Leader with W. L. Gore & Associates, describe the capabilities of Gore’s solution that can solve many issues with military and commercial drones, particularly security and short battery life.

Listen to Brian Tallman, Product Specialist with W. L. Gore & Associates, describe the unique features of Gore’s power and fiber optic solution that meets military and commercial requirements for operating in harsh tethered drone conditions.

These durable, low-weight hybrid cables from W. L. Gore & Associates eliminate the problems with standard materials that absorb moisture and weigh drones down. They allow drones to fly higher, see farther and do more than ever before.

From the first moon landing to today’s aircraft and land defense, W. L. Gore & Associates continues to develop technology innovation and deliver time-tested, reliable components and materials to the aerospace and defense industry.

From the outset, W. L. Gore & Associates engineers products right to perform reliably in the most demanding air and land conditions. Our storied legacy is why defense companies and suppliers trust our cables and materials.

View global distributors authorized to supply bulk wires and cables from W. L. Gore & Associates. Our extensive product portfolio has reliably served many industries for decades — including aerospace & defense, semiconductor & microelectronics, industrial & manufacturing, plus more.