TC350 Double-Sided PCB with 1.6mm Thickness and 2oz Copper for High-Power RF Applications

TC350 Double-Sided PCB with 1.6mm Thickness: A Reliable Solution for High-Power Applications

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The TC350 Double-Sided PCB is a high-performance circuit board designed for power amplifiers, filters, and thermally cycled antennas. Built with Rogers TC350 laminates, this PCB combines exceptional thermal conductivity, low insertion loss, and high dielectric stability, making it perfect for demanding RF and microwave applications. With a 1.6mm finished thickness, Electroless Nickel Immersion Gold (ENIG) surface finish, and 2oz copper weight, it’s engineered to handle high power and ensure reliable performance.

In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the PCB construction details, the features and advantages of the TC350 material, and its typical applications.

1. Overview of the TC350 Double-Sided PCB

The TC350 Double-Sided PCB is specially designed for high-power RF and microwave circuits that require excellent heat dissipation and thermal stability. This PCB’s low dissipation factor (Df) and stable dielectric constant (Dk) ensure minimal signal loss and high efficiency, even in demanding environments. Its 60mil TC350 core and 2oz copper offer reliable performance in high-power systems.

PCB Construction Details

These specifications ensure the PCB meets IPC-Class-2 standards and delivers consistent performance in high-frequency and high-power applications.

2. Features and Advantages of TC350 Material

The TC350 laminate is a ceramic-filled PTFE substrate reinforced with woven glass. It offers a unique combination of thermal conductivity, low insertion loss, and dimensional stability, making it ideal for high-power RF and microwave designs.

Features of TC350:

• Dielectric Constant (Dk): 3.5 at 1MHz, 1.8GHz, and 10GHz, ensuring stable signal propagation.
• Dissipation Factor (Df): 0.0015 at 1MHz, 0.0018 at 1.8GHz, and 0.002 at 10GHz, minimizing energy loss.
• Thermal Conductivity: 0.72 W/mK, ensuring efficient heat dissipation in high-power applications.
• Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (CTE):
  • X-axis: 7ppm/°C
  • Y-axis: 7ppm/°C
  • Z-axis: 23ppm/°C (from 50°C to 150°C)
• Low thermal coefficient of dielectric constant: -9ppm/°C (from -40°C to 140°C).
• Moisture Absorption: Just 0.05%, ensuring consistent performance in humid environments.
• T260, T288, T300: Greater than 60 minutes, ensuring reliability under thermal stress.

Benefits of TC350:

• Improved Reliability: Reduced junction temperatures enhance overall system reliability.
• Efficient Heat Management: High thermal conductivity ensures superior heat dissipation.
• High Efficiency: Low dissipation factor minimizes energy loss and improves bandwidth utilization.
• Plated Through-Hole Reliability: Excellent performance under thermal cycling conditions.

3. Applications of the TC350 PCB

• Power Amplifiers, Filters, and Couplers
• Tower Mounted Amplifiers (TMA) and Boosters (TMB)
• Thermally Cycled Antennas
• Microwave Combiners and Power Dividers

The TC350 Double-Sided PCB is a reliable and cost-effective solution for high-power RF and microwave applications. With its 1.6mm finished thickness, 2oz copper weight, and ENIG surface finish, it provides exceptional thermal conductivity, low signal loss, and high reliability.

Whether you’re designing power amplifiers, thermally stable antennas, or microwave combiners, the TC350 PCB is built to handle the toughest challenges. Its combination of thermal stability, dimensional accuracy, and cost-efficiency makes it the perfect choice for industries that demand high performance.

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