Introducing our newly shipped 4-layer printed circuit board (PCB) engineered with high-performance materials—Rogers RT/duroid 5880 and RO4003C. This PCB is designed for high-frequency and broadband applications, offering exceptional electrical properties and reliability.
Material Introductions
RT/duroid 5880
Rogers RT/duroid 5880 is a high-frequency laminate made from PTFE composites reinforced with glass microfibers. This material features:
- Low Dielectric Constant (Dk): 2.2 ± 0.02 at 10 GHz
- Low Loss: Dissipation factor of 0.0009 at 10 GHz
- Uniformity: Randomly oriented microfibers enhance Dk stability.
RT/duroid 5880 Typical Value | ||||||
Property | RT/duroid 5880 | Direction | Units | Condition | Test Method | |
Dielectric Constant,εProcess | 2.20 2.20±0.02 spec. | Z | N/A | C24/23/50 C24/23/50 | 1 MHz IPC-TM-650 2.5.5.3 10 GHz IPC-TM 2.5.5.5 | |
Dielectric Constant,εDesign | 2.2 | Z | N/A | 8GHz to 40 GHz | Differential Phase Length Method | |
Dissipation Factor,tanδ | 0.0004 0.0009 | Z | N/A | C24/23/50 C24/23/50 | 1 MHz IPC-TM-650 2.5.5.3 10 GHz IPC-TM 2.5.5.5 | |
Thermal Coefficient of ε | -125 | Z | ppm/℃ | -50℃to 150℃ | IPC-TM-650 2.5.5.5 | |
Volume Resistivity | 2 x 107 | Z | Mohm cm | C/96/35/90 | ASTM D 257 | |
Surface Resistivity | 3 x 107 | Z | Mohm | C/96/35/90 | ASTM D 257 | |
Specific Heat | 0.96(0.23) | N/A | j/g/k (cal/g/c) | N/A | Calculated | |
Tensile Modulus | Test at 23℃ | Test at 100℃ | N/A | MPa(kpsi) | A | ASTM D 638 |
1070(156) | 450(65) | X | ||||
860(125) | 380(55) | Y | ||||
Ultimate Stress | 29(4.2) | 20(2.9) | X | |||
27(3.9) | 18(2.6) | Y | ||||
Ultimate Strain | 6 | 7.2 | X | % | ||
4.9 | 5.8 | Y | ||||
Compressive Modulus | 710(103) | 500(73) | X | MPa(kpsi) | A | ASTM D 695 |
710(103) | 500(73) | Y | ||||
940(136) | 670(97) | Z | ||||
Ultimate Stress | 27(3.9) | 22(3.2) | X | |||
29(5.3) | 21(3.1) | Y | ||||
52(7.5) | 43(6.3) | Z | ||||
Ultimate Strain | 8.5 | 8.4 | X | % | ||
7.7 | 7.8 | Y | ||||
12.5 | 17.6 | Z | ||||
Moisture Absorption | 0.02 | N/A | % | 0.62"(1.6mm) D48/50 | ASTM D 570 | |
Thermal Conductivity | 0.2 | Z | W/m/k | 80℃ | ASTM C 518 | |
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | 31 48 237 | X Y Z | ppm/℃ | 0-100℃ | IPC-TM-650 2.4.41 | |
Td | 500 | N/A | ℃ TGA | N/A | ASTM D 3850 | |
Density | 2.2 | N/A | gm/cm3 | N/A | ASTM D 792 | |
Copper Peel | 31.2(5.5) | N/A | Pli(N/mm) | 1oz(35mm)EDC foil after solder float | IPC-TM-650 2.4.8 | |
Flammability | V-0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | UL 94 | |
Lead-free Process Compatible | Yes | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
RO4003C
Rogers RO4003C is a proprietary woven glass reinforced hydrocarbon/ceramic material that combines:
- Dielectric Constant (Dk): 3.38 ± 0.05 at 10 GHz
- Cost-Effectiveness: Utilizes standard epoxy/glass processing methods.
- Low Moisture Absorption: 0.06%, enhancing reliability.
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RO4003C Typical Value | |||||
Property | RO4003C | Direction | Units | Condition | Test Method |
Dielectric Constant,εProcess | 3.38±0.05 | Z | 10 GHz/23℃ | IPC-TM-650 2.5.5.5 Clamped Stripline | |
Dielectric Constant,εDesign | 3.55 | Z | 8 to 40 GHz | Differential Phase Length Method | |
Dissipation Factortan,δ | 0.0027 0.0021 | Z | 10 GHz/23℃ 2.5 GHz/23℃ | IPC-TM-650 2.5.5.5 | |
Thermal Coefficient of ε | +40 | Z | ppm/℃ | -50℃to 150℃ | IPC-TM-650 2.5.5.5 |
Volume Resistivity | 1.7 x 1010 | MΩ.cm | COND A | IPC-TM-650 2.5.17.1 | |
Surface Resistivity | 4.2 x 109 | MΩ | COND A | IPC-TM-650 2.5.17.1 | |
Electrical Strength | 31.2(780) | Z | Kv/mm(v/mil) | 0.51mm(0.020") | IPC-TM-650 2.5.6.2 |
Tensile Modulus | 19,650(2,850) 19,450(2,821) | X Y | MPa(ksi) | RT | ASTM D 638 |
Tensile Strength | 139(20.2) 100(14.5) | X Y | MPa(ksi) | RT | ASTM D 638 |
Flexural Strength | 276 (40) | MPa (kpsi) | IPC-TM-650 2.4.4 | ||
Dimensional Stability | <0.3 | X,Y | mm/m (mil/inch) | after etch+E2/150℃ | IPC-TM-650 2.4.39A |
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | 11 14 46 | X Y Z | ppm/℃ | -55℃to288℃ | IPC-TM-650 2.4.41 |
Tg | >280 | ℃ TMA | A | IPC-TM-650 2.4.24.3 | |
Td | 425 | ℃ TGA | ASTM D 3850 | ||
Thermal Conductivity | 0.71 | W/M/oK | 80℃ | ASTM C518 | |
Moisture Absorption | 0.06 | % | 48hrs immersion 0.060" sample Temperature 50℃ | ASTM D 570 | |
Density | 1.79 | gm/cm3 | 23℃ | ASTM D 792 | |
Copper Peel Stength | 1.05 (6.0) | N/mm (pli) | after solder float 1 oz. EDC Foil | IPC-TM-650 2.4.8 | |
Flammability | N/A | UL 94 | |||
Lead-free Process Compatible | Yes |
PCB Specifications
Stackup:
Copper Layer 1: 35 μm
RT/duroid 5880: 0.787 mm (31 mil)
Copper Layer 2: 35 μm
RO4450F Prepreg Bondply: 0.101 mm (4 mil)
Copper Layer 3: 35 μm
RO4003C: 0.203 mm (8 mil)
Copper Layer 4: 35 μm
This PCB measures 110 mm x 51 mm ± 0.15 mm, with a finished thickness of 1.3 mm and a copper weight of 1 oz (1.4 mils) on both inner and outer layers. It supports a minimum trace/space of 4/6 mils and a minimum hole size of 0.3 mm, with a via plating thickness of 20 μm.
For surface finish, it uses immersion gold, complemented by a green solder mask on the top side and no mask on the bottom. A white silkscreen is applied on the top for clear component labeling. Each PCB is 100% electrically tested before shipment to ensure high quality and reliability.
Typical Applications
- Commercial Airline Broadband Antennas
- Microstrip and Stripline Circuits
- Millimeter Wave Applications
- Radar Systems
- Guidance Systems
- Point-to-Point Digital Radio Antennas
Quality Assurance
This PCB meets IPC-Class 2 standards and is supplied with Gerber RS-274-X artwork format, ensuring compatibility with industry-standard PCB design software.
Global Availability
Available for worldwide shipping, our advanced PCB technology is ready to support your high-frequency application needs.