TLX is a dependable option for a variety of RF applications, characterized by its versatility with a dielectric constant (DK) range of 2.45 to 2.65, and available in multiple thicknesses and copper cladding options. It is particularly well-suited for low layer count microwave designs.
As a PTFE-based fiberglass laminate, TLX is ideal for use in radar systems, mobile communications, microwave test equipment, microwave transmission devices, and RF components.
This material stands out in the RF microwave substrate market, providing essential mechanical reinforcement in challenging environments. It effectively resists creep in PCBs mounted in housings that experience significant vibrations during space launches, endures high temperatures in engine modules, offers radiation resistance for space applications, supports antennas on warships under extreme sea conditions, and serves as a substrate for altimeters that encounter a wide temperature range during flight.
The TLX family consists of:
TLX-0 (DK 2.45): Dielectric thickness from 0.127 mm to 6.35 mm (5 mil - 250 mil) TLX-9 (DK 2.50): Dielectric thickness from 0.05 mm to 6.35 mm (2 mil - 250 mil) TLX-8 (DK 2.55): Dielectric thickness from 0.064 mm to 6.35 mm (2.5 mil - 250 mil) TLX-7 (DK 2.60): Dielectric thickness from 0.089 mm to 6.35 mm (3.5 mil - 250 mil) TLX-6 (DK 2.65): Dielectric thickness from 0.089 mm to 6.35 mm (3.5 mil - 250 mil) |