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F4BM265 High Frequency Circuit Materials

 

 

Introduction

Wangling F4BM265 is a high-performance high-frequency laminate developed as a core offering in the F4BM series, featuring a precisely controlled blend of fiberglass reinforcement and PTFE resin. Engineered to deliver exceptional stability, F4BM265 is tailored for RF, microwave, and communication applications, providing reliable electrical properties and minimized signal loss to support critical signal integrity for F4BM265-based PCB designs.

 

F4BM265 PCB substrate boasts a consistent dielectric constant and ultra-low dissipation factor, ensuring stable performance across a broad frequency spectrum. With superior dimensional stability and robust thermal characteristics, F4BM265 excels in multilayer PCB designs and temperature-fluctuating environments. To enhance versatility, F4BM265 is available with various copper foil options, including RTF foil – a key feature for optimized impedance control and reduced conductor loss in high-frequency circuits.

 

Ideal for demanding use cases, F4BM265 high-frequency PCB material is widely applicable in cellular infrastructure antennas, radar systems, and phased-array designs – all scenarios where uncompromising signal performance and seamless manufacturing compatibility are non-negotiable. As a trusted domestic high-frequency material solution, F4BM265 offers a reliable, cost-effective alternative that upholds the quality required for advanced PCB designs leveraging F4BM265’s core properties.

 

Features & Benefits

-Low DK

-Low loss

-F4BM paired with RTF copper foil, excellent PIM performance

-Diverse sizes, cost-effective

-Radiation resistance, low outgassing

-Commercialized, large-scale production, high cost-effectiveness

 

Laminate Models and Data Sheet

Here's a detailed description of each section of the data sheet:

 

Product Model & Data Sheet:

This section simply identifies the data sheet as the documentation for a range of product models. The models listed are F4BM217, F4BM220, F4BM233, F4BM245, F4BM255, F4BM265, F4BM275, F4BM294, and F4BM300.

 

Product Features:

This section provides an overview of the features of the products and introduces the technical parameters that will be described in the subsequent sections.

 

Technical Parameters:

 

Dielectric Constant (Typical):

This parameter measures the relative permittivity of the material at a frequency of 10GHz. The data sheet lists the typical dielectric constant values for each product model. For example, F4BM217 has a dielectric constant of 2.17, while F4BM300 has a dielectric constant of 3.0.

 

Dielectric Constant Tolerance:

This parameter specifies the tolerance range for the dielectric constant values. The values listed indicate the allowable deviation from the typical dielectric constant values. The tolerance range is the same for all models.

 

Loss Tangent (Typical):

Loss tangent measures the dissipation of electromagnetic energy in the material. The data sheet provides loss tangent values at two different frequencies: 10GHz and 20GHz. Each model has specific loss tangent values associated with these frequencies.

 

Dielectric Constant Temperature Coefficient:

This parameter describes how the dielectric constant of the material changes with temperature. The data sheet provides temperature coefficient values in parts per million per degree Celsius (PPM/℃) over a temperature range of -55ºC to 150ºC. Each model has a different temperature coefficient value.

 

Peel Strength:

Peel strength refers to the adhesive strength between the material and a specified substrate. The data sheet lists peel strength values for two different conditions: 1 OZ F4BM and 1 OZ F4BME. The values indicate the minimum required peel strength for each model.

 

Volume Resistivity:

Volume resistivity measures the electrical resistance within the material. The data sheet provides minimum volume resistivity values under standard conditions. The unit of measurement is megaohm-centimeters (MΩ.cm), and all models have the same minimum value.

 

Surface Resistivity:

Surface resistivity measures the electrical resistance across the surface of the material. The data sheet provides minimum surface resistivity values under standard conditions. The unit of measurement is megaohms (MΩ), and all models have the same minimum value.

 

Electrical Strength (Z direction):

Electrical strength refers to the ability of the material to withstand electrical stress in the Z direction (perpendicular to the surface). The data sheet provides the minimum electrical strength values in kilovolts per millimeter (KV/mm) for each model.

 

Breakdown Voltage (XY direction):

Breakdown voltage is the voltage at which electrical breakdown occurs in the XY direction (parallel to the surface). The data sheet provides the minimum breakdown voltage values in kilovolts (KV) for each model.

 

Coefficient of Thermal Expansion:

This parameter describes how the material expands or contracts with changes in temperature. The data sheet provides coefficient of thermal expansion values in parts per million per degree Celsius (ppm/ºC) for both the XY direction and the Z direction. The values are given over a temperature range of -55ºC to 288ºC.

 

Thermal Stress:

Thermal stress is assessed by subjecting the material to specific temperature conditions. The data sheet indicates that the material does not experience delamination (separation of layers) when exposed to a temperature of 260℃ for 10 seconds, repeated three times.

 

Water Absorption:

Water absorption measures the amount of water the material can absorb under specific conditions. The data sheet lists the maximum water absorption values as a percentage of the material's weight. The measurements are taken at a temperature of 20±2℃ for 24 hours.

 

Density:

Density refers to the mass per unit volume of the material. The data sheet provides the density values at room temperature in grams per cubic centimeter (g/cm3) for each model.

 

Long-Term Operating Temperature:

This parameter specifies the recommended temperature range for long-term operation of the material. The data sheet indicates that all models can operate within a temperature range of -55 to +260℃.

 

Thermal Conductivity:

Thermal conductivity measures the material's ability to conduct heat. The data sheet provides the thermal conductivity values in the Z direction (perpendicular to the surface) in watts per meter-kelvin (W/(M.K)) for each model.

 

PIM (Passive Intermodulation):

Passive Intermodulation (PIM) is a measure of unwanted signal distortion. The data sheet states that PIM measurements are onlyapplicable to the F4BME model. Unfortunately, the specific values or units for PIM are not provided in the information you provided.

 

Flammability:

Flammability indicates the material's resistance to catching fire. The data sheet states that the material has a flammability rating of V-0 according to the UL-94 standard. The V-0 rating signifies the highest level of flame resistance.

 

Material Composition:

This section provides information about the composition of the material used in the products. It mentions that the material is composed of PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene), fiberglass cloth, and copper foil.

 

Product Technical Parameters

Product Model & Data Sheet

Product Features

Test Conditions

Unit

F4BM217

F4BM220

F4BM233

F4BM245

Dielectric Constant (Typical)

10GHz

/

2.17

2.2

2.33

2.45

Dielectric Constant Tolerance

/

/

±0.04

±0.04

±0.04

±0.05

Loss Tangent (Typical)

10GHz

/

0.001

0.001

0.0011

0.0012

20GHz

/

0.0014

0.0014

0.0015

0.0017

Dielectric Constant Temperature Coefficient

-55ºC150ºC

PPM/℃

-150

-142

-130

-120

Peel Strength

1 OZ F4BM

N/mm

>1.8

>1.8

>1.8

>1.8

1 OZ F4BME

N/mm

>1.6

>1.6

>1.6

>1.6

Volume Resistivity

Standard Condition

MΩ.cm

≥6×10^6

≥6×10^6

≥6×10^6

≥6×10^6

Surface Resistivity

Standard Condition

≥1×10^6

≥1×10^6

≥1×10^6

≥1×10^6

Electrical Strength (Z direction)

5KW500V/s

KV/mm

>23

>23

>23

>25

Breakdown Voltage (XY direction)

5KW500V/s

KV

>30

>30

>32

>32

Coefficientof Thermal Expansion

XY direction

-55 º~288ºC

ppm/ºC

25, 34

25, 34

22, 30

20, 25

Z direction

-55 º~288ºC

ppm/ºC

240

240

205

187

Thermal Stress

260℃, 10s3 times

No delamination

No delamination

No delamination

No delamination

Water Absorption

20±2℃, 24 hours

%

≤0.08

≤0.08

≤0.08

≤0.08

Density

Room Temperature

g/cm3

2.17

2.18

2.20

2.22

Long-Term Operating Temperature

High-Low Temperature Chamber

-55+260

-55+260

-55+260

-55+260

Thermal Conductivity

Z direction

W/(M.K)

0.24

0.24

0.28

0.30

PIM

Only applicable to F4BME

dBc

≤-159

≤-159

≤-159

≤-159

Flammability

/

UL-94

V-0

V-0

V-0

V-0

Material Composition

/

/

PTFE, Fiberglass Cloth
F4BM paired with ED copper foil, F4BME paired with reverse-treated (RTF) copper foil.

 

 

 

Product Technical Parameters

Product Model & Data Sheet

Product Features

Test Conditions

Unit

F4BM255

F4BM265

F4BM275

F4BM294

F4BM300

Dielectric Constant (Typical)

10GHz

/

2.55

2.65

2.75

2.94

3.0

Dielectric Constant Tolerance

/

/

±0.05

±0.05

±0.05

±0.06

±0.06

Loss Tangent (Typical)

10GHz

/

0.0013

0.0013

0.0015

0.0016

0.0017

 

20GHz

/

0.0018

0.0019

0.0021

0.0023

0.0025

Dielectric Constant Temperature Coefficient

-55ºC150ºC

PPM/℃

-110

-100

-92

-85

-80

Peel Strength

1 OZ F4BM

N/mm

>1.8

>1.8

>1.8

>1.8

>1.8

 

1 OZ F4BME

N/mm

>1.6

>1.6

>1.6

>1.6

>1.6

Volume Resistivity

Standard Condition

MΩ.cm

≥6×10^6

≥6×10^6

≥6×10^6

≥6×10^6

≥6×10^6

Surface Resistivity

Standard Condition

≥1×10^6

≥1×10^6

≥1×10^6

≥1×10^6

≥1×10^6

Electrical Strength (Z direction)

5KW500V/s

KV/mm

>25

>25

>28

>30

>30

Breakdown Voltage (XY direction)

5KW500V/s

KV

>34

>34

>35

>36

>36

Coefficientof Thermal Expansion

XY direction

-55 º~288ºC

ppm/ºC

16, 21

14, 17

14, 16

12, 15

12, 15

 

Z direction

-55 º~288ºC

ppm/ºC

173

142

112

98

95

Thermal Stress

260℃, 10s3 times

No delamination

No delamination

No delamination

No delamination

No delamination

Water Absorption

20±2℃, 24 hours

%

≤0.08

≤0.08

≤0.08

≤0.08

≤0.08

Density

Room Temperature

g/cm3

2.25

2.25

2.28

2.29

2.29

Long-Term Operating Temperature

High-Low Temperature Chamber

-55+260

-55+260

-55+260

-55+260

-55+260

Thermal Conductivity

Z direction

W/(M.K)

0.33

0.36

0.38

0.41

0.42

PIM

Only applicable to F4BME

dBc

≤-159

≤-159

≤-159

≤-159

≤-159

Flammability

/

UL-94

V-0

V-0

V-0

V-0

V-0

Material Composition

/

/

PTFE, Fiberglass Cloth
F4BM paired with ED copper foil, F4BME paired with reverse-treated (RTF) copper foil.

 

 

A F4BM265 Substrate and Typical Applications

Displayed on the screen is a F4BM265 substrate.

 

F4BM265 is a high-performance PTFE-based laminate engineered to meet the rigorous requirements of modern microwave, radio frequency (RF), and radar systems. The electrical stability and low-loss characteristics of F4BM265 support the development of precision components, including phase shifters, power dividers, couplers, combiners, and complex feed networks – all critical for high-frequency applications.

 

F4BM265 high frequency circuit material is widely adopted in advanced phased array antennas, satellite communication systems, and contemporary base station antennas, where consistent signal integrity and operational reliability in high-frequency environments are essential. With its repeatable electrical performance and compatibility with multilayer PCB processes, F4BM265 laminate serves as a dependable substrate solution for high-frequency, high-reliability projects across telecommunications, aerospace, and defense sectors.

 

 

Final - F4BM series aluminum-based/copper-based boards

F4BM series PCB Materials can provide aluminum-based or copper-based materials, where one side of the dielectric layer is covered with copper foil, and the other side is covered with either aluminum-based material or copper-based , serving as shielding or heat dissipation purposes.