DiClad 870 RF PCB Board 2-Layer with 35μm Copper Layers and 2.5mm Thickness for High-Frequency Applications

This 2-layer rigid PCB, built with Rogers DiClad 870 as its base material, is engineered to excel in high-frequency and low-loss electronic systems. With board dimensions of 83mm x 35mm (1 piece) and a tight tolerance of +/- 0.15mm, it provides a reliable and compact foundation for applications demanding consistent performance in diverse operating conditions.

PCB details

PCB Stack-up

The 2-layer rigid PCB features a precisely optimized stack-up to leverage DiClad 870’s unique properties:

Artwork, Standards, and Availability

Artwork Format: You should supply the file. Gerber RS-274-X, a universal standard for PCB manufacturing data, ensuring seamless production and compatibility with industry workflows.

Quality Standard: Complies with IPC-Class-2, guaranteeing reliable performance for general electronic applications and meeting stringent industry requirements.

Availability: Offered worldwide, making it accessible for global projects across various industries, from telecommunications to aerospace.

Key Features of Rogers DiClad 870

DiClad 870 enhances the PCB’s performance with a range of standout features:

• Electrical Stability: Dielectric Constant (Dk) of 2.33 at 10 GHz and 1 MHz (50% RH), with a low dissipation factor of 0.0013 at 10 GHz and 0.0009 at 1 MHz—minimizing signal loss in high-frequency applications.

• Thermal Coefficient of Dielectric Constant (TcDK): -161 ppm/°C over the range of -10~140°C (10 GHz), ensuring stable electrical performance across temperature fluctuations.

• Mechanical and Environmental Resilience: Low moisture absorption (0.02%)—the lowest among PTFE-based composites—along with a copper peel strength of 14 lbs/in (10s @288°C), ensuring durability in harsh environments.

• Safety and Reliability: Arc resistance >180 seconds and UL 94-V0 flammability rating, enhancing safety in critical applications.

• Dimensional Stability: Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (CTE) of 17 ppm/°C (X-axis), 29 ppm/°C (Y-axis), and 217 ppm/°C (Z-axis), supporting consistent performance under thermal stress.

Benefits of DiClad 870

These features translate to critical advantages for the PCB:

• Lowest Moisture Absorption: Ensures long-term reliability in humid or moisture-prone environments.

• Stable Dk Over Frequency: Maintains consistent signal propagation across a wide range of operating frequencies, critical for multi-band systems.

• Reduced Insertion Loss: Low Dk supports wider line widths, minimizing signal attenuation and enhancing overall system efficiency.

Typical Applications

Leveraging the performance of Rogers DiClad 870, this PCB is ideally suited for:

-Radar Feed Networks

-Commercial Phased Array Networks

-Low Loss Base Station Antennas

-Guidance Systems

-Digital Radio Antennas

-Filters, Couplers, and LNAs (Low-Noise Amplifiers)