Gould Fiber Optics

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GMA(Government, Military & Aerospace)

Includes military equipment and networking. Addresses increasing need for security, small form factor modules, EMI/RFI resistant data and communication lines. Typical target customers: Gyroscope manufacturers Defense contractors Government and university research facilities Submarine/Under-Sea System Providers Gould products are deployed in various Government, Military and Aerospace applications with the market trends described below: Many high end platforms, from ships to aircraft are being updated with fiber networks. Commercial aircraft are going to fiber as they go to composite materials and to further reduce weight. Government has recognized the need for segregated, secure communications links for military bases, government installations and Homeland Security. Fiber optic security systems are being designed and built to protect high security facilities and borders.
Comparing Gould standard product & Gould Military Grade product

Standard Product (50% WIC) Max Oper. Temp. 85oC. Max IL 3.6dB. Max Uniformity 0.8dB. PDL 0.2dB. Thermal Stability 0.1db. Fire Rating no spec.	Military Product (50% WIC) Max Oper.Temp. 250oC. Max IL 3.5dB. Max Uniformity 0.6dB. PDL 0.1dB. Thermal Stability 0.1db. Fire Rating 450oC/10min.