AutomotiveVents
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Protective
snap-fit
vents
adhesive
vents
Increase durability and
performance of automotive electronics
Venting for Protection
The controls, motors and sensors of today’s sophisticated
automotive electronics require reliable sealed enclosures to
protect against harsh road conditions. GORE® Automotive
Vents improve reliability and extend component life. These
durable vents reduce pressure differentials with continuous
airflow in and out of the enclosure, while blocking contaminants such as water, automotive fluids, salts, dirt and mud.
As a qualified automotive partner, Gore delivers advanced
venting technologies in a variety of forms to fit any application
— welded vents, adhesive vents and snap-fit vents.
Venting Solutions for Electronic Control Units
GORE® Snap-Fit Vents have set the standard for the protection
required by control units, motors and sensors. These mechanically rugged vents are easy to integrate without requiring
additional design consideration. Gore’s engineering team works
closely with its customers to identify the optimal venting
solution for each application:
• The standard series is suitable for components exposed to typical automotive fluids and continuous temperatures up
to 125 °C, with short-term spikes up to 140 °C.
•The high temperature series maintains its long-lasting resistance to chemicals and mineral oils; they do not break down even after extended exposure to temperatures up
to 150 °C.
• Engineered specifically for very large components (e.g., electric motors or batteries for hybrids), the high airflow
series equalizes pressure with a typical airflow as much
as five times greater than the standard series.
• Approximately 30 percent smaller than other GORE®
Snap-Fit Vents, the compact series provides a higher level
of protection for extremely small electronic components, where space is at a premium.
Realize the Benefits of GORE®
Automotive Snap-Fit Vents
• Worry-free venting solution with total quality control
and integrated design that protects the membrane
• Easy integration without additional parts or complicated
housing designs in either plastic or metal enclosures
• Easy installation, whether for a small series in manual
or semi-automated installation or for automated
installation of high-volume applications
• Durable protection against liquids, dust, dirt, salts and
corrosive automotive fluids
AutomotiveVents
Vents
Protective
snap-fit
vents
adhesive
vents
Product
Information
Product Series
PolyVent
Standard Series
PolyVent
High Temperature Series
PolyVent
High Airflow Series
Product Name
(order number for samples)
AVS 14
AVS 67
AVS 70
Product Number
(order number for series production)
AMF300014
AMF300067
AMF300070
Minimum water entry pressure
at standard ambient
temperature and pressure
> 60 kPa / 30 sec
> 60 kPa / 30 sec
> 30 kPa / 30 sec
Minimum airflow
at standard ambient
temperature and pressure
> 15 l/h at 7 kPa
(= > 43 cm3/min at 1.22 kPa)
> 15 l/h at 7 kPa
(= > 43 cm3/min at 1.22 kPa)
> 105 l/h at 7 kPa
(= > 305 cm3/min at 1.22 kPa)
Typical airflow
at standard ambient
temperature and pressure
z 28 l/h at 7 kPa
(= z 81 cm3/min at 1.22 kPa)
z 28 l/h at 7 kPa
(= z 81 cm3/min at 1.22 kPa)
z 140 l/h at 7 kPa
(= z 407 cm3/min at 1.22 kPa)
Ingress Protection (IP)
IP6K6K, IP6K8,
IP6K9k (depending on
housing geometry)
IP6K6K, IP6K8,
IP6K9k (depending on
housing geometry)
IP6K6K, IP6K8
Operating temperature
Tmin = -40 °C
Tmax = +125 °C (140 °C for max 168 hrs)
Tmin = -40 °C
Tmax = +150 °C
Tmin = -40 °C
Tmax = +125 °C
Membrane characteristic
Hydrophobic and oleophobic
Hydrophobic and oleophobic
Hydrophobic and oleophobic
Housing material
PBT GF30 hydrostabilized
PBT GF30 hydrostabilized
PBT GF30 hydrostabilized
O-ring material
EPDM 50° Shore A
Silicone 50° Shore A
EPDM 50° Shore A
O-ring color
Black
Red
Product Performance
Product Characteristics
5
3
6
8.9
C
4
5
12.9
3
C
Automotive
3
2
D
4
O-Ring 5.2x2.6
Q7.8 ± 0.1
70° C2°
Q7.8 ± 0.1
Ø7.5 ± 0.1
Ø6.4 ± 0.1
Q17
70° C2°
Housing wallHousing wall
D
4 ± 0.15
GORE™
0.5 Membrane
± 0.1
O-Ring 5.2x2.6
Ø6.4 ± 0.1
Q17
3.5 ± 0.1
Housing
Housing wall
4.5 ± 0.05
4.5 ± 0.05
3.9 ± 0.05
1 8.9
2
1
Yes
4 ± 0.15
4.5 ± 0.05
2
4
GORE™
0.5Membrane
± 0.1 0.7 ± 0.1
O-Ring 5.2x2.6
O-Ring 6.70x2.13
8.7 ± 0.05
Q17
Housing wall
3.9 ± 0.05
12.9
3
C
2
1
12.9
2
1
C
Recommended Installation
B
4.5 ± 0.05
12.9
C
Housing wall
D
B
4.5 ± 0.05
12.9
12.9
C
C
70° C2°
Ø6.4 ± 0.1
0.5 ± 0.1
Housing wall
4.5 ± 0.05
D
4 ± 0.15
O-Ring 5.2x2.6
Ø6.4 ± 0.1
Q17
70° C2°
Q7.8 ± 0.1
Housing wallHousing wall
3.9 ± 0.05
8.9
4 ± 0.15
GORE™
0.5Membrane
± 0.1
O-Ring 5.2x2.6
Q7.8 ± 0.1
D
Ø7.5 ± 0.1
Ø6.4 ± 0.1
Q17
70° +- 0°
1°
70° C2°
8.7 ± 0.05
Q7.8 ± 0.1
B
Housing wall
4 ± 0.15
3.5 ± 0.1
GORE0.5
™ ±Membrane
0.1
0.7 ± 0.1
O-Ring 5.2x2.6
O-Ring 6.70x2.13
Q14.3
Ø7.5 ± 0.1
Q17
70° +- 0°
1°
8.7 ± 0.05
O-Ring 6.70x2.13
D 3.5 ± 0.1
GORE™ Membrane GORE™ Membrane
0.7 ± 0.1
9 ± 0.05
9
Automotive
70° +- 0°
1°
ng wall
Black
1
3
Yes
D 3.5 ± 0.1
GORE™ Membrane GORE™ Membrane
0.7 ± 0.1
8.7 ± 0.05
Q14.3
Ø7.5 ± 0.1
70° +- 0°
1°
O-Ring 6.70x2.13
5
Q7.8 ± 0.1
Design and Dimensions
2
4
70° +- 0°
1°
Yes
3.5 ± 0.1
0.7 GORE
± 0.1 ™ Membrane
6
Q14.3
Laser marking
Automotive
for increased traceability
D
3
5
Ø7.5 ± 0.1
4
6
B
C
NEW
Environmental
Performance
Temperature Resistance Test
PolyVent
Compact Series
GORE® Automotive Vents have been extensively
tested according to the following performance
standards.
AVS 200
Please contact your Gore representative for
more detailed information.
Vent durability under low and high temperature
conditions
Method:
•ISO 16750-4
Test conditions:
Tmax for 2,000 hours
Tmin for 1,000 hours
n
AMF200200
n
> 80 kPa / 30 sec
Thermal Shock Resistance Test
Ice-Water-Shock-Test
(not applic. for AMF300070)
Vent durability under changing temperature
conditions
Vent resistance against repeated thermal
shock by submersion in ice water
Method:
•ISO 16750-4
Method:
•ISO 16750-4
Test conditions:
cycling temperatures between
-40 °C and +125 °C within 30 seconds
30 minutes conditioning at each
temperature
300 cycles
Test conditions:
heating to +125 °C for 60 minutes
rapid submersion in 5% NaCl
ice water for 5 minutes
20 cycles
Climate Resistance Test
Salt Spray Resistance Test
> 15 l/h at 7 kPa
(= > 43 cm3/min at 1.22 kPa)
z 28 l/h at 7 kPa
(= z 81 cm3/min at 1.22 kPa)
IP6K6K, IP6K8, IP6K9K
n
n
Tmin = -40 °C
Tmax = +150 °C
n
n
n
n
Hydrophobic and oleophobic
PBT GF30 hydrostabilized
Silicone 50° Shore A
4
No Automotive
3.5 ± 0.1
n
n
O-Ring 5.2x2.6
8.9
4
Housing wall
0.7 ± 0.1
B
Housing wall
8.9
GORE
™ Membrane
Method:
Q7.8 ± 0.1
Liquid Contamination Test
C
Method:
D
•ISO 16750-5
4 ± 0.15
0.5 ± 0.1
Product performance depends on sinusoidal
and temperature profile, pulse shape and
duration, number of shocks and peak acceleration. Compact Series meets the harshest
Housing wall
severity levels.
4.5 ± 0.05
Q17
Ø7.5 ± 0.1
1
Vent protection against chemical loads
O-Ring 5.2x2.6
•ISO 16750-3
70° +- 0°
1°
8.7 ± 0.05
O-Ring 6.70x2.13
12.9
Vent performance after exposure to
mechanical shocks at various temperatures
3.5 ± 0.1
n
4.5 ± 0.05
Vibration and Mechanical
3
Shock
Resistance Test 2
70° C2°
5
C
n
Housing wall
3.9 ± 0.05
D
4 ± 0.15
Test conditions:
± 0.1
according to0.5IEC
60068-2-52
severity level 4 equals a test period of four weeks
70° C2°
Q7.8 ± 0.1
70° +- 0°
1°
8.7 ± 0.05
Q14.3
n
0.7 ± 0.1
O-Ring 6.70x2.13
Method:
• ISO 16750-4
Test conditions:
85 °C temperature
GORE™ Membrane
85% relative humidity
1,000 hours
Ø7.5 ± 0.1
GORE™ Membrane
2
Ø6.4 ± 0.1
D
3
Method:
•ISO 16750-4
Ø6.4 ± 0.1
5
Q17
6
3.9 ± 0.05
Vent resistance to salt, water and mist over
1
an extended period
Vent durability in hot, humid environments
Red
Product performance depends on application
method (i.e., cotton cloth, brush, spray,
immersion, pouring) and the specific
contaminant applied.
B
12.9
C
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The Science Behind the Solution
About W. L. Gore & Associates
GORE Automotive Vents incorporate a membrane of expanded
polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE). This unique membrane is
constructed with billions of pores 700 times larger than an air
molecule. These pores allow air to flow freely in and out of the
housing, which prevents stress on seals. At the same time, the
membrane pores — which are 20,000 times smaller than a drop of
water — serve as a barrier against water, dirt and debris. GORE®
Automotive Vents can be engineered with a variety of specific
properties for maximum performance in any venting application.
Well known for waterproof, breathable GORE-TEX® fabric, Gore is
a technology-driven company focused on product innovation. The
company’s portfolio includes everything from high-performance
fabrics and implantable medical devices to industrial manufacturing
components and aerospace electronics. Gore products remain
at the forefront of creative solutions because they are engineered
specifically for challenging applications requiring durable
performance where other products fail.
®
For almost thirty years, Gore has delivered venting solutions for
challenging applications throughout the world. Engineered with
the latest materials and technology, Gore’s vents are backed by
years of research and testing to help extend the life of products
used in harsh environments.
In the past 18 years, billions of GORE® Automotive Vents have
been installed globally, proving their reliable performance in
real-world environments. These vents offer best- in-class pressure
equalization and contaminant protection of electronics exposed to
harsh conditions and automotive fluids.
Gore’s global automotive team maintains strong relationships
with its customers. With technical support centers and testing
facilities in the United States, Germany, Japan and China, our
application engineers work closely with your design team —
from initial product concept through integration into the manufacturing process.
Gore’s ePTFE membrane magnified 40,000 times.
The GORE™ Membrane is:
•chemically inert
•non-shedding
•UV-resistant
• temperature-resistant
Headquartered in the United States, Gore employs approximately
10,000 associates in 30 countries worldwide. In Europe, Gore
started its first business operations only a few years after the
Enterprise’s founding in 1958.
Learn more at gore.com.
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