The DK Values of Rogers RO4360G2 and RO4730G3
The DK values of Rogers RO4360G2 and RO4730G3 are quite different. RO4360G2 has a DK value of 6.15, while RO4730G3 has a DK value of 3.0. This makes RO4360G2 suitable for small volume designs, where its high DK can be utilized to save board space.
Rogers RO4360G2 Material Specification
Rogers RO4360G2 is characterized by the following features:
- Dk of 6.15 +/- 0.15
- Low dissipation factor of 0.0038 at 10 GHz
- High thermal conductivity of 0.75 W/(m-K)
- Low Z-axis coefficient of thermal expansion at 28 PPM/° C.
- High Tg greater than 280 °C TMA
Applications in Microwave Radio Frequency PCBs
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Rogers RO4360G2 Features and Benefits
Rogers RO4360G2 stands out with its unique properties that make it an ideal choice for various applications:
- A DK of 6.15 (Design DK 6.4), which allows designers to reduce circuit dimensions in applications where size and cost are critical.
- It is low loss, glass-reinforced, hydrocarbon ceramic-filled thermoset material that provides the ideal balance of performance and processing ease.
- Rogers RO4360G2 extends Rogers’ portfolio of high-performance materials by offering a product that is lead-free process capable and offers better rigidity for improved processability in multilayer RF PCB constructions, while reducing material and fabrication costs.
- Process similar to FR-4 and is automated assembly compatible, making it easy to work with.
- They have a low Z-axis CTE for design flexibility and share the same high Tg as all of the RO4000 product line.
- RO4360G2 laminates can be paired with RO4400 prepreg and lower-Dk RO4000 laminate in multilayer PCB designs.
Best Value Choice for Engineers
With a DK of 6.15, RO4360G2 and RO4730G3 offer the best value choice for engineers working on designs including power amplifiers, patch antennas, ground-based radar, and other general RF applications.