Cables

Cables

SpaceWire Laboratory Cables

4Links SpaceWire Laboratory Cables provide a cost-effective alternative to flight cables, when used for simulation and functional test of systems that are interconnected by SpaceWire. We also offer Bepoke Cable Assemblies – custom cables and connector types to meet your needs.    

CAB:

  • < Length > m
  • < Connector >
  • < Type >

 

Length:

  • Total length in meters from 0.5m to 20m

 

Connector:

  • DW
    • Drain Wire
  • BS
    • Back Shell

Type:

  • 323
    • Pin 3 of connectors joined using inner shields
  • Blank
    • Original SpaceWire specification, now called AL
  • A
    • New SpaceWire specification
    • Cables

CAB:

  • < Length > m
  • < Connector >
  • < Type >

 

Length:

  • Total length in meters from 0.5m to 20m

 

Connector:

  • DW
    • Drain Wire
  • BS
    • Back Shell

Type:

  • 323
    • Pin 3 of connectors joined using inner shields
  • Blank
    • Original SpaceWire specification, now called AL
  • A
    • New SpaceWire specification
    • Cables

For more information on 4Links SpaceWire Laboratory Cables and ordering options please contact sales@4links.space.

Hardware

SpaceWire Cables.

4Links commercial cable assemblies for SpaceWire provide a lower-cost and flexible alternative to flight cables, when used for simulation and functional test of systems that are interconnected by SpaceWire. These cables are available in lengths from 0.2 m to 20m with a choice of connector.

We can also provide custom cables and connector types on request. Please note that these cables are certified for standard lab use and are not suitable for flight or vacuum environments.

For more information on our cables and ordering options please contact sales@4links.space.

CAB:

  • < Length > m
  • < Connector >
  • < Type >

 

Length:

  • Total length in meters from 0.5m to 20m

 

Connector:

  • DW
    • Drain Wire
  • BS
    • Back Shell

Type:

  • 323
    • Pin 3 of connectors joined using inner shields
  • Blank
    • Original SpaceWire specification, now called AL
  • A
    • New SpaceWire specification
    • Cables

CAB:

  • < Length > m
  • < Connector >
  • < Type >

 

Length:

  • Total length in meters from 0.5m to 20m

 

Connector:

  • DW
    • Drain Wire
  • BS
    • Back Shell

Type:

  • 323
    • Pin 3 of connectors joined using inner shields
  • Blank
    • Original SpaceWire specification, now called AL
  • A
    • New SpaceWire specification
    • Cables

Features

  • Cables conform to ECSS-E-ST-50-12C section 5.3.4.3.3
  • Cables are available in Male-Male and Male-Female configurations
  • SpaceWire Laboratory Cables are available in any length from 0.2 to 20m
  • Cables are available with Backshell or Drainwire connectors
  • Pinouts available Type A, Type AL and 4Links Type 323
  • Cables rated up to 400 Mb/s depending on length (see datasheet for detail)
  • Panel mount options available
  • SpaceWire Patch Panel with Male to Female cable assemblies available

Note: SpaceWire Laboratory Cables are not suitable for flight or vacuum environments. 

DOWNLOAD DATA SHEET - Type A - 26AWG
DOWNLOAD DATA SHEET - Legacy and 323 - 28AWG