Electronic components must perform in difficult environments, locations and conditions. Flat cable is often the best, and sometime the only choice for electrical interconnections in many demanding environments because it is lighter, thinner, more flexible, and has a longer flex life than other cable types.
Gore's flat cables use insulation, buffering and jacketing materials that transfer fewer stresses, minimizing conductor fatigue. Options for self-supported cabling with controlled motion, eliminating the need for cable tracks in some applications, are available.
This white paper presents a systematic approach that design engineers can follow to ensure that a cable system will provide reliable performance in demanding environments and mission-critical applications.