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    What is Reverse Treated ED Copper in High Frequency PCB?      
   

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Reverse Treated ED Copper (Reverse-Treated Electrodeposited Copper Foil) is a specialized type of electrolytic copper foil used in the production of copper-clad laminates and printed circuit boards. Unlike conventional electrolytic copper foil, which has a crystalline roughness, the reverse treatment involves depositing a special metal or alloy layer on the smooth surface of the cathode roller before applying a copper layer. This process results in a smoother matte side and a shiny side with a microstructure that enhances bonding with other materials.

 

   
         
    2. Advantages    
   

Reduced Loss: Smooth copper foil surfaces minimize skin effect losses, enhancing signal quality and efficiency in high-frequency applications.

 

Improved Adhesion: Reverse-treated copper foil has better bonding with insulating substrates, increasing reliability and reducing delamination issues.

 

Fine Line Fabrication: Smooth surfaces support the production of finer lines, accommodating the trend toward miniaturization and high density in electronics.

   
         
   

3. Application Fields

   
   

High-Frequency Circuit Boards: Essential for 5G devices, high-speed computers, and servers, where signal quality and speed are critical.

 

Automotive Electronics: As automotive systems become smarter and more electric, reverse-treated copper foil offers significant potential in high-frequency applications like radar and autonomous driving systems.

 

   
         
    4. DiClad 870 PCB 's Reverse Treated ED Copper    
   

Rogers DiClad 870 high frequency PCB is a state-of-the-art printed circuit board substrate from Rogers, a prominent name in the telecommunications sector. This PCB delivers outstanding performance and reliability, featuring a low dielectric constant ( 2.33 at 10 GHz and 1 MHz), a low dissipation factor (0.0013 at 10 GHz and 0.0009 at 1 MHz), and excellent dimensional stability. It is specifically engineered to meet the rigorous demands of RF and microwave applications.

 

In terms of Reverse Treated ED Copper, the DiClad 870 laminate offers the following characteristics and advantages:

 

4.1 Consistency of Surface Roughness:

For various weight specifications (2oz, 1oz, 1/2oz), the dielectric side maintains a consistent surface roughness of 1.0 Sq(μm). This stability ensures reliable bonding between copper foils of different batches and thicknesses during DiClad 870 substrate manufacturing, enhancing product quality.

 

4.2 Reasonable Change in Upper Surface Roughness:

As copper foil thickness decreases from 2oz to 1oz and then to 1/2oz, the upper surface roughness decreases from 2.0 Sq(μm) to 1.3 Sq(μm) and then to 0.8 Sq(μm). This gradual change meets varying electrical performance requirements, with lower roughness in thinner foils promoting better high-frequency signal transmission and fine-line fabrication.

 

4.3 Overall Low Roughness:

The roughness values for both the dielectric side and upper surface across specifications are low. This reduces gaps between the copper foil and other materials (e.g., solder mask), improving interlayer bonding and minimizing parasitic capacitance and inductance, thereby enhancing electrical performance.

 

   
         
   

4-1. DiClad 870 31mil Substrate

   
       
         
   

4-2. Construction Details of 31mil DiClad 870

   
    Rogers DiClad 870 0.787mm PCB is a double-layer rigid board, featuring a copper thickness of 35 μm on each layer.    
   

Details

Specifications

Board Dimensions

174mm x 44.5mm +/- 0.15mm

Minimum Trace/Space

4/4 mils

Minimum Hole Size

0.25mm

Blind Vias

None

Finished Board Thickness

0.8mm

Finished Cu Weight

1oz (1.4 mils) outer layers

Via Plating Thickness

20 μm

Surface Finish

ENEPIG

Top Silkscreen

White

Bottom Silkscreen

White

Top Solder Mask

Black

Bottom Solder Mask

Black

Electrical Test

100% prior to shipment

   
         
    5.End Note    
   

Reverse Treated ED Copper, by virtue of its low roughness and stable characteristics, is like a precise navigator, ensuring the accurate transmission of high-frequency signals in complex circuits and injecting a continuous stream of impetus into the rapid development of technology.

   
         
   

Founded in 2003, Shenzhen Bicheng Electronics Technology Co., Ltd is an established high frequency PCB supplier and exporter in Shenzhen, China, serving customers worldwide.

 

We are devoted to delivering high-frequency PCB products and solutions of the highest quality, along with customized service. Feel free to consult and contant at any time !

 

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