Brief Introduction
TLY-5 is a high-frequency PCB laminate manufactured by Taconic Company, using lightweight woven fiberglass reinforcement in a PTFE composite. It is designed to provide excellent dimensional stability, uniform dielectric properties, and ultra-low loss, making it suitable for demanding applications such as automotive radar, millimeter-wave antennas, and high-volume PCB manufacturing.
Technical Features & Benefits
Low and Stable Dielectric Constant: Dk = 2.20 with tight tolerance of ±0.02, ensuring consistent electrical performance.
Ultra-Low Dissipation Factor: Typical loss tangent of 0.0009 at 10 GHz, supporting high-frequency and millimeter-wave applications.
Excellent Dimensional Stability: Enhanced mechanical stability enables reliable high-volume PCB fabrication.
Low Moisture Absorption: Suitable for operation in harsh environmental conditions.
High Copper Peel Strength: Strong bond strength ensures reliable layer adhesion and mechanical integrity.
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Typical Properties:
| Property | Typical Value / Description | Condition / Note |
|---|---|---|
| Dielectric Constant (Dk) | 2.20 ±0.02 | Uniform across thicknesses |
| Dissipation Factor (Df) | 0.0009 @ 10 GHz | Ultra-low loss |
| Moisture Absorption | Very Low | Suitable for severe environments |
| Copper Peel Strength | High (Up to 2.32 N/mm typical) | Excellent adhesion |
| Reinforcement Type | Lightweight Woven Fiberglass | PTFE composite |
| Dimensional Stability | Excellent | Supports high-volume manufacturing |
Application Areas
Automotive Radar: 77 GHz and millimeter-wave radar systems.
Cellular Communications: 5G infrastructure and base station antennas.
Satellite Communications: Ground equipment and space-borne payloads.
RF Components: Power amplifiers, filters, couplers, LNAs, LNBs, LNCs.
Aerospace & Avionics: Phased array antennas and avionic systems.
High-Frequency PCBs: Stripline, microstrip, and multilayer board designs.
PCB Manufacturing Capability (TLY-5 Series):
PCB Parameter:Available Options
Layer Count:1 Layer, 2 Layers, 4 Layers
Copper Weight:0.5 oz, 1 oz, 2 oz
PCB Thickness:0.2 mm, 0.3 mm, 0.6 mm, 0.8 mm, 1.6 mm
Max PCB Size:≤ 400 mm × 500 mm
Material Family:TLY-5, TLY-5-L, TLY-3, TLY-3FF, TLY-5A, TLY-5A-L
Note:
TLY-5 is part of the TLY laminate family, which includes variants with dielectric constants from 2.17 to 2.33. TLY-5 is typically kept in stock, while other grades can be sourced based on customer requirements.
Why Choose Us?
1. Engineering design prevents problems from occurring in pre-production;
2. ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO13485, UL certified manufacturing factory;
3. AOI inspection;
4. Delivery on time higher than 98% on-time-delivery rate;
5. 16000m2 workshop;
6. 30000m2 output capability per month;
7. 8000 types of PCB's per month;
8. Quick CADCAM checking and free PCB quotation;
9. More than 18+ years of PCB experience;
10. Customer complaint rate: <1%