Telecommunications Equipment

Enable trouble-free service and longer product life

Equipment used in the telecommunications industry is subjected to rapid temperature fluctuations, a variety of particulates, and exposure to wind, precipitation and solar radiation.

For example, in tower-mounted antennas and other equipment with active electronics, heat is dissipated into the housing. This increases the pressure, resulting in stress on the housing seals. A sudden rainstorm or high wind can cause a drop in temperature creating a 200 mbar (3 psi) vacuum inside an enclosure, which puts stress on the housing’s seals. If the internal pressure is not equalized, water, moisture, dust and dirt are drawn into the housing. This can compromise the equipment performance, leading to additional maintenance or warranty costs.

Venting for Protection

Installing a vent in the equipment housing equalizes the internal pressure and prevents contaminants from entering the enclosure. GORE™ Protective Vents are the ideal solution, because they provide consistent pressure equalization within an enclosure and preserve the integrity of the housing’s seals.

GORE™ Protective Vents contain a unique GORE™ Membrane made of proprietary expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE) that allows air and gases to flow freely through the vent to equalize pressure. At the same time, this membrane provides a barrier that protects the electronic components from water, dust and other contaminants without interfering with the transmission of signals. The result — increased reliability while providing longer product life and trouble-free service.  Equalize pressure and reduce condensation in telecom applications using GORE™ Protective Vents from Sealing Devices.