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RO4003C High Frequency PCB
Introduction
Rogers RO4003C materials feature proprietary woven glass reinforced
hydrocarbon/ceramics. They offer the electrical performance
equivalent to PTFE/woven glass and the manufacturability found in
epoxy/glass composites.
RO4003C laminates incorporate both 1080 and 1674 glass fabric
styles with all configurations, ensuring consistent electrical
performance. They excel in maintaining precise control on
dielectric constant (Dk) and minimizing signal loss, all while
employing the same processing method as standard epoxy/glass
laminates. The remarkable aspect is that these laminates achieve
such high performance levels at a significantly reduced cost
compared to traditional microwave laminates.
Features and Benefits
With a dielectric constant (Dk) of 3.38 +/- 0.05, RO4003C laminates
offer exceptional stability and consistency in signal transmission.
Additionally, boasting a dissipation factor of 0.0027 at 10 GHz,
they ensure minimal signal loss, enabling high-frequency
applications to thrive.
But that's not all. RO4003C laminates also exhibit a low Z-axis
coefficient of thermal expansion, measuring only 46 ppm/°C. The low
Z-axis CTE ensures reliable plated through-hole quality, even in
severe thermal shock applications.
These properties make them ideal for multi-layer board (MLB)
constructions. And impressively, these laminates can be processed
using the same methods as FR-4, a common and cost-effective
material in the industry. This compatibility translates to lower
fabrication costs, making RO4003C laminates an economical choice
without compromising on performance.
PCB Capability
| PCB Material: | Glass reinforced hydrocarbon ceramic laminates |
| Code: | RO4003C |
| Dielectric constant: | 3.38 ±0.05 (process) ; 3.55 (design) |
| Layer count: | 1 Layer, 2 Layer, Multi-layer, Hybrid type (Mixed) |
| Copper weight: | 1oz (35µm), 2oz (70µm) |
| Laminate thickness: | 8mil (0.203mm), 12mil (0.305mm), 20mil (0.508mm), 32mil (0.813mm),
60mil (1.524mm) |
| PCB size: | ≤400mm X 500mm |
| Solder mask: | Green, Black, Blue, Yellow, Red etc. |
| Surface finish: | Bare copper, HASL, ENIG, OSP, Immersion silver, Immersion tin,
ENEPIG, Pure gold etc. |
Our manufacturing capability covers a range of layer counts,
including double layer, multilayer, and hybrid PCBs, allowing you
to achieve the desired complexity and functionality for your
designs.
You have the flexibility to select the copper weight that suits
your requirements, with options including 1oz (35µm), and 2oz
(70µm), ensuring optimal conductivity and performance.
When it comes to RO4003C thickness options, we provide a range of
choices to suit your specific requirements. Select from 8mil
(0.203mm), 12mil (0.305mm), 16mil (0.406mm), 20mil (0.508mm), 32mil
(0.813mm), and 60mil (1.524mm).
Rest assured, the maximum PCB size we can manufacture is 400mm X
500mm, accommodating a wide range of project sizes and dimensions.
For the solder mask, we offer a variety of options to match your
preferences, such as green, black, blue, yellow, red, and more,
ensuring both functionality and aesthetic appeal.
When it comes to surface finish, we provide multiple options to
meet your specific needs, such as bare copper, HASL, ENIG, OSP,
Immersion silver, Immersion tin, ENEPIG, and pure gold etc.
Applications
RO4003C PCBs find widespread application in various industries and
technologies, such as cellular base station antennas, power
amplifiers, RF identification tags, automotive radar and sensors,
as well as LNBs for direct broadcast satellites.
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