ProDome® materials are designed to enhance antenna performance in next-generation technology. Developed to meet the demands of 5G, IoT, SATCOM, and Military applications, our ProDome® portfolio provides a material solution to meet the needs of your application.

ProDome® GP

ProDome® GS

ProDome® GT

ProDome® PK

 

ProDome® GP

5G application potential spans far beyond cellular network support. 5G opens the door to smart cities, IoT, and V2V technology. Still, lower latency communications and higher data storage potential are necessary to match this new technology.   A more significant number of base stations utilizing steerable, high-frequency, and high-efficiency antennas are required to support these applications.

Using suitable materials to support these antennas is critical, and ProDome is the solution. ProDome® GP is an ultra-low loss polymer designed with versatility and 5G technology in mind. Formulated to perform in a large of frequencies, ProDome is a material solution for the applications of today and tomorrow.

Benefits:

  • Ultra-low loss at high and low frequencies
  • Reinforcement improves strength without sacrificing antenna performance
  • Hydrophobic additives prevent substances from sticking to the surface
  • Can be machined, injection-molded, and compression-molded to the shape

Applications:

  • Radomes
  • Lenses and DRA’s
  • Small Cells

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ProDome® GS

Near lossless communication with LEO and GEO satellite systems at K-band and greater frequency bands is essential for commercial and military communication applications. In order to support next-generation devices at high frequencies and tough environments, the right material for radome and other structural applications is key.

ProDome® GS is our solution to military, aircraft, and user terminal radome applications. ProDome® GS composites provide the strength of S-Glass and the dielectric performance of Quartz glass at the price of E-Glass, making it ideal for both military and commercial applications. ProDome® GS has a superhydrophobic coating that prevents virtually all moisture from surface pooling, which limits signal interference and maximizing the antenna potential.

Benefits:

  • The superhydrophobic coating prevents virtually all moisture from sticking to the surface
  •  Nearly as strong as quartz glass/cyanate ester with improved dielectric properties at less than half the price
  •  It can be molded to meet complex shapes in any application
  •  It can be made in sheet form for high volume production at a lower cost

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ProDome® GT

To support smart city connectivity, utilizing existing city infrastructure components as a conduit for signal transmission is essential to reduce latency and support as many devices as possible. Integrating high-visibility antennas into everyday objects, such as street lights or traffic lights optimizes true interconnectivity for a ‘smart’ environment.

ProDome® GT is a high-strength, EM-transparent tube that allows for antenna integration into multi-functional objects. ProDome® GT’s low Dk and Df minimizes interference in integrated antennas for maximum range and connectivity. Similarly, its durability makes it a good option for public spaces or even military mast devices.

Benefits:

  • Nearly as strong as quartz glass/cyanate ester with improved dielectric properties at less than half the price
  • High strength allows for thinner profile tubes
  • Non-corrosive

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ProDome® PK

ProDome® PK is a reinforced PEEK polymer used for structural components in extreme environments. ProDome® PK is a practical material solution in cryogenic and extremely high temperatures without losing strength properties due to thermal cycling. The material performance characteristics are second to none, but what makes ProDome® PK unique is its ability to be 3D printed for rapid prototyping and no tooling cost. This feature is essential to validating equipment to support new technology.

Benefits:

  • Maintains structural integrity at extremely high and low temperatures
  • 3D printable, injection moldable, compression moldable, and machineable
  • Easy to prototype for satellite applications

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The Gund Company is a vertically integrated manufacturer and fabricator of engineered material solutions. Since 1951, we have listened to our customers and learned about their industries’ demanding operating environments. We are AS9100D Certified and ITAR Compliant. Our custom fabricated parts are manufactured according to ISO 9001:2015 certified quality systems.

We understand the challenges of material selection and the demanding operating environment of your application. Our Application Engineering Team takes a consultative approach to understand your requirements. Our customers rely on our material specialists to gain valuable insight into improving component designs to increase efficiency and functionality while reducing cost. In addition to helping with material selection, we challenge ourselves to optimize production for material yield or fabrication efficiency. As a lean enterprise, we focus on continuous improvement and finding the most cost-effective, efficient solutions for our customers.