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TF Series High Frequency PCB PTFE Ceramic Composite Adjusted DK Microwave Substrate

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General Description

Dielectric substrate of PTFE ceramic composite - TF

The TF Series represents a premium class of high-frequency circuit laminates engineered for demanding microwave applications. These innovative materials combine temperature-resistant polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) resin with precisely formulated ceramic composites, creating an optimal substrate solution for high-frequency designs.

 

As a fiberglass-free construction, TF laminates achieve exceptional dielectric consistency and performance stability. The dielectric constant is meticulously controlled through precise adjustment of the ceramic-to-PTFE ratio, enabling customized electrical properties for specific application requirements. This unique formulation, coupled with specialized manufacturing processes, delivers outstanding dielectric performance and remarkable reliability in challenging operating environments.

 

The TF product family includes three distinct configurations to meet diverse design needs: TF base material features a smooth surface without copper cladding, TF-1 provides single-sided copper cladding, while TF-2 offers double-sided copper cladding. This comprehensive range ensures designers can select the optimal material configuration for their specific high-frequency circuit applications, from simple structures to complex multilayer designs.

 

These advanced TF series laminates are particularly suitable for microwave and millimeter-wave printed circuit boards, including applications in radar systems, antenna designs, transceivers, and various RF components where consistent electrical performance and material reliability are paramount.

 

 

Features

  1. The dielectric constant ranges from 3 to 16 and is stable, including 3.0, 6.0, 9.2, 9.6, 10.2, and 16, with low dielectric loss.
  2. Used for the fabrication of microwave and millimeter-wave printed circuit boards.
  3. Long-term working temperature is higher than TP materials and can be used in the range of -80°C to +200°C.
  4. Thickness options range from 0.635mm to 2.5mm.
  5. Resistant to radiation and low outgassing.
  6. Convenient for PCB processing, can be processed using methods suitable for thermoplastic materials.

 

Our PCB Capability (TF Series)

PCB Capability (TF Series)

PCB Material:

Polyphenylene ether, ceramic

Designation                            (TF Series)

Designation

DK

DF

 

TF300

3.0±0.06

0.0010

 

TF440

4.4±0.09

0.0010

 

TF600

6.0±0.12

0.0010

 

TF615

6.15±0.12

0.0010

 

TF920

9.2±0.18

0.0010

 

TF960

9.6±0.19

0.0012

 

TF1020

10.2±0.2

0.0012

 

TF1600

16.0±0.4

0.0014

Layer count:

Single Sided, Double Sided PCB

Copper weight:

1oz (35µm), 2oz (70µm)

Dielectric thickness    (Dielectric thickness    or overall thickness)

0.635mm, 0.8mm, 1.0mm, 1.2mm, 1.5mm, 2.0mm, 2.5mm

PCB size:

≤240mm X 240mm

Solder mask:

Green, Black, Blue, Yellow, Red etc.

Surface finish:

Bare copper, HASL, ENIG, Immersion silver, Immersion tin, OSP, Pure gold, ENEPIG etc..

 

Data Sheet (TF Series)

PCB Electrical Properties Tables
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Product Technical Parameter Product Models & Data Sheet
Product Features Test Conditions Unit TF TF-1 TF-2
Dielectric Constant When the dielectric constant is ≤11, the test condition is 10GHz.
When the dielectric constant is >11, the test condition is 5GHz.
/ 3.0±0.06 4.4±0.09
6.0±0.12 6.15±0.12
9.2±0.18 9.6±0.19
10.2±0.2 16.0±0.4
The dielectric constant can be customized within the range of 3.0~16
Tolerance of Dielectric Constant Dielectric Constant 3.0~11.0 / ±2%
Dielectric Constant 11.1~16.0 / ±2.5%
Loss Tangent Dielectric Constant 3.0~9.5 10GHz / 0.0010
Dielectric Constant 9.6~11.0 10GHz / 0.0012
Dielectric Constant 11.1~16.0 5GHz / 0.0014
Dielectric Constant Temperature Coefficient Dielectric Constant 3.0~4.5 -55 º~150ºC PPM/℃ -60
Dielectric Constant 6.0~6.5 -55 º~150ºC PPM/℃ -210
Dielectric Constant 9.0~11.0 -55 º~150ºC PPM/℃ -260
Dielectric Constant 12.0~16.0 -55 º~150ºC PPM/℃ -205
Peel Strength 1 OZ Normal State N/mm >0.6
1 OZ After AC Humidity Test N/mm >0.4
Volume Resistivity Normal State 500V MΩ.cm >1×10^9
Surface Resistivity Normal State 500V >1×10^7
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion
(XY Z)
Dielectric Constant 3.00~6.15 -55 º~150ºC PPM/℃ 60,60,80
Dielectric Constant 6.16~11.0 -55 º~150ºC PPM/℃ 50,50,65
Dielectric Constant 11.1~16.0 -55 º~150ºC PPM/℃ 40,40,55
Water Absorption 20±2℃, 24 hours % ≤0.05
Long-Term Operating Temperature High-Low Temperature Chamber -80~200ºC
Material Composition Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), ceramic, paired with ED copper foil.
The density and thermal conductivity data for materials with different dielectric constants are as follows:
Product Features Unit Dielectric Constant
3.0 4.4 6.0 6.15 9.2 9.6 10.2 16.0
Density g/cm3 2.41 2.58 2.78 2.79 3.0 3.02 3.07 3.27
Thermal Conductivity W/(M.K) 0.30 0.32 0.45 0.46 0.66 0.68 0.7 0.75