In the era of high-speed data transfer and precision computing, the performance of the printed circuit board (PCB)—the core brain of electronic devices—determines the entire system’s capability. UGPCB introduces its high-performance 18-layer rigid PCB based on Megtron-7 material, engineered to meet the most demanding electrical and physical challenges, serving as the essential foundation for your next-generation advanced equipment.
1.18-Layer Megtron-7 Rigid PCB Product Overview & Definiţie
This product is an 18-layer rigid high-layer count PCB with a precisely controlled thickness of 1.86mm and overall dimensions of 165mm x 120mm. It utilizes industry-leading Megtron-7 high-speed low-loss laminate and features a 2-microinch (approx. 0.05µm) Electroless Nickel Immersion Gold (De acord) surface finish. This specification represents an advanced tier in de înaltă performanță Fabricarea PCB-urilor, designed for applications where signal integrity, Managementul termic, and reliability are paramount.

2. Critical Design Considerations
Designing a successful 18-layer PCB, especially with high-speed materials like Megtron-7, requires careful attention to several core aspects:
-
Stack-up Design: A rational layer stack-up is critical for impedance control and crosstalk reduction. A typical 18-layer stack includes multiple signal, power, and ground planes to ensure stable power distribution and clear signal return paths.
-
Controlul impedanței: High-speed signal transmission demands precise controlled impedance PCB design. Trace width and spacing must be calculated accurately based on the Dk (Constanta dielectrică) and Df (Factor de disipare) of Megtron-7. We offer professional impedance calculation and simulation services.
-
Managementul termic: The 1.86mm board thickness and multi-layer structure necessitate effective thermal pathways in the design, such as using thermal vias to connect internal copper layers for efficient heat dissipation from components.
-
Interconectare de înaltă densitate (HDI) Considerations: While this is a standard through-hole design, careful planning of via types (blind, buried, through-hole) is essential at this layer count to minimize stub effects and optimize signal paths.
3. How It Works & Structura
O multi-layer PCB functions like a highly integrated, three-dimensional “road network.” Electrical signals travel on copper traces (“roads”) on the surface and internal layers, with vertical connections between layers established through plated through-holes (“interchanges”). Dedicated power and ground planes provide stable voltage reference and noise shielding for the entire system. Acest 18-layer rigid PCB is formed through a precise lamination process, bonding multiple core layers and prepreg sheets into a single, robust unit with excellent electrical properties. Its sophisticated PCB board structure is the foundation for implementing complex circuit functionalities.
4. Core Materials & Key Performance
-
Materials Used:
-
Laminate: Megtron-7. This is a high-performance, low-loss copper-clad laminate from Panasonic, renowned for its stable dielectric constant (Dk ~3.3) and extremely low dissipation factor (Df ~0.001). It is optimized for applications above 10GHz and into millimeter-wave frequencies.
-
Folie de cupru: Utilizes Very Low Profile (VLP) or Reverse Treated Foil (RTF) to minimize “skin effect” losses caused by signal transmission on rough copper surfaces.
-
Surface Finish: Electroless Nickel Immersion Gold (De acord, 2u”). Provides a flat surface, excellent solderability, a reliable contact interface (suitable for gold fingers), and long shelf life.
-
-
Outstanding Performance:
-
Superior Signal Integrity (SI): Exceptionally low signal loss ensures high-speed pulse waveforms remain undistorted.
-
Excellent Power Integrity (Pi): Multiple dedicated power and ground planes offer very low power distribution network impedance and superior decoupling.
-
Fiabilitate ridicată: The 1.86mm board thickness and premium materials deliver high mechanical strength, heat resistance, and long-term environmental stability.
-
Stable Impedance Control: Achieved through material consistency and precision manufacturing processes.
-
5. Product Classification
According to industry and IPC standards, this product is accurately classified as:
-
By Layer Count: High-Layer Count PCB (typically defined as 10+ straturi).
-
By Material Type: High-Speed High-Frequency PCB / Low-Loss PCB.
-
By Structure: Rigid PCB.
-
Prin tehnologie: Controlled Impedance PCB, ENIG Finished PCB.
-
By Application Grade: Industrial Grade / Telecommunications Grade High-Performance PCB.
6. Caracteristici cheie & Benefits
-
Premium Material: Built on Megtron-7 high-speed laminate, providing the physical basis for superior electrical performance.
-
High Complexity Capacity: The 18-layer circuit board design allows for extremely complex and dense circuit layouts.
-
Precision Manufacturing: Strict tolerance control on the 1.86mm board thickness and consistent 2u” De acord surface finish application.
-
Engineered for Speed: Optimized throughout—from design and material selection to processing—for high-speed digital circuits şi RF/microwave circuits.
7. Production Process Overview
The high-layer count PCB manufacturing process is highly precise: Material Cutting → Inner Layer Imaging & Etching → Automated Optical Inspection (Aoi) → Lamination (Pressing multiple inner layer cores with prepreg) → Drilling → Hole Metallization (Desmear, Electroless & Electrolytic Copper Plating) → Outer Layer Imaging → Pattern Plating → Etching → Solder Mask Application → Surface Finish (De acord) → Profile Routing → Electrical Testing → Final Inspection. Each step requires stringent control, particularly layer-to-layer registration and impedance control.
8. Aplicații primare & Cazuri de utilizare
Acest high-performance PCB board is the ideal choice for the following advanced applications:
-
High-Speed Communication Equipment: Core motherboards for 400G/800G optical modules, high-end routers, and switches.
-
Advanced Computing & Storage: Server motherboards, AI accelerator cards, high-speed storage array (SSD) controller boards.
-
Precision Test & Measurement Instruments: Internal core boards for high-end oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators.
-
Aerospațial & Defense Electronics: Processing units within radar systems and satellite communication payloads.
-
Advanced Medical Imaging Devices: High-speed data acquisition and processing boards for equipment like MRI and CT scanners.

Why Choose UGPCB for Your 18-Layer Megtron-7 PCBs?
We deliver more than just a placă de circuit; we provide a complete solution encompassing DFM (Proiectare pentru producție) recenzie, fabricație de precizie, şi testarea de fiabilitate. We possess deep expertise in every detail of high-layer count Fabricarea PCB, ensuring your design is translated into reality with the highest quality and reliability.
Contact us today for a free technical assessment and a competitive quote for your project. Let UGPCB be the robust foundation for your high-end product’s success.
LOGO UGPCB















