Taconic TLX-7 2-Layer 30mil Immersion Gold PCB for Radar & Microwave Systems

1.Introduction to Core Technologies

TLX-7 is a high-frequency laminate produced by Taconic, engineered to deliver superior electrical performance in demanding RF and microwave applications. It features a low and stable dielectric constant (Dk 2.6) and an extremely low dissipation factor, ensuring minimal signal loss up to millimeter-wave frequencies. Reinforced with woven fiberglass and based on PTFE, TLX-7 offers excellent electrical stability over temperature and frequency, along with reliable thermal and mechanical properties.

2.Key Performance Characteristics:

Dielectric Constant (Dk): 2.6
Low and stable Dk across frequency and temperature
Extremely low dissipation factor (Df)
Minimal signal loss up to millimeter-wave frequencies
Reinforced with woven fiberglass
PTFE-based formulation
Excellent electrical stability over temperature and frequency
Reliable thermal and mechanical properties

3.Benefits

Excellent mechanical & thermal properties
Low & stable Dk
Dimensionally stable
Low moisture absorption
UL 94 V-0 rating
Tightly controlled Dk
Low Df
For low layer count microwave designs

4.PCB Details

5.PCB Stackup (2-Layer Rigid Structure)

Copper Layer 1 - 35 μm
Taconic TLX-7 Core - 0.762 mm (30mil)
Copper Layer 2 - 35 μm

6.PCB Statistics

Components: 31
Total Pads: 56
Thru Hole Pads: 32
Top SMT Pads: 24
Bottom SMT Pads: 0
Vias: 29
Nets: 2

7.Typical Applications

Radar systems
Phased array antennas
Mobile communication systems
Microwave test equipment
Microwave transmission devices and RF components

8.Quality Assurance

Artwork Format: Gerber RS-274-X
Quality Standard: IPC-Class-2
Availability: Worldwide