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Introduction to RO4003C Material
RO4003C hydrocarbon ceramic laminates are engineered to deliver exceptional high-frequency performance along with cost-effective circuit fabrication. As operational frequencies rise above 500 MHz, the available laminate options for designers decrease significantly. The RO4003C material provides essential properties for RF microwave circuit designers, including matching networks and controlled impedance transmission lines. Its low dielectric loss enables the use of RO4003C in various applications where conventional circuit board materials may falter at higher operating frequencies.
The temperature coefficient of dielectric constant in RO4003C is among the lowest in PCB materials, ensuring stability across a wide frequency range. Additionally, the thermal coefficient of expansion (CTE) of RO4003C offers multiple advantages for PCB designers. Its expansion coefficient closely matches that of copper, which contributes to excellent dimensional stability—crucial for mixed-dielectric multi-layer board constructions. Furthermore, the low Z-axis CTE of RO4003C guarantees reliable plated through-hole quality, even under extreme thermal shock conditions. With a glass transition temperature (Tg) exceeding 280°C, RO4003C maintains stable expansion characteristics throughout the entire spectrum of PCB processing temperatures.
PCB Specifications
Rogers 8mil 0.203mm RO4003C High Frequency PCB Double Sided RF PCB for Antennas |
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PCB SIZE |
58 x 110mm=1up |
BOARD TYPE |
Double sided PCB |
Number of Layers |
2 layers |
Surface Mount Components |
YES |
Through Hole Components |
NO |
LAYER STACKUP |
copper ------- 35um(1 oz)+plate TOP layer |
RO4003C 0.203mm |
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copper ------- 35um(1oz) + plate BOT Layer |
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TECHNOLOGY |
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Minimum Trace and Space: |
6 mil / 11 mil |
Minimum / Maximum Holes: |
0.4 mm / 0.4 mm |
Number of Different Holes: |
1 |
Number of Drill Holes: |
3 |
Number of Milled Slots: |
0 |
Number of Internal Cutouts: |
0 |
Impedance Control: |
no |
Number of Gold finger: |
0 |
BOARD MATERIAL |
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Glass Epoxy: |
RO4003C Tg280℃, er<3.48, Rogers Corp. |
Final foil external: |
1.5 oz |
Final foil internal: |
N/A |
Final height of PCB: |
0.3 mm ±0.1 |
PLATING AND COATING |
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Surface Finish |
Immersion gold, 19.5% |
Solder Mask Apply To: |
N/A |
Solder Mask Color: |
N/A |
Solder Mask Type: |
N/A |
CONTOUR/CUTTING |
Routing |
MARKING |
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Side of Component Legend |
N/A |
Colour of Component Legend |
N/A |
Manufacturer Name or Logo: |
N/A |
VIA |
Plated through hole(PTH), minimum size 0.4mm. |
FLAMIBILITY RATING |
N/A |
DIMENSION TOLERANCE |
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Outline dimension: |
0.0059" |
Board plating: |
0.0029" |
Drill tolerance: |
0.002" |
TEST |
100% Electrical Test prior shipment |
TYPE OF ARTWORK TO BE SUPPLIED |
email file, Gerber RS-274-X, PCBDOC etc |
SERVICE AREA |
Worldwide, Globally. |
PCB Specifications
Rogers 12mil 0.305mm RO4003C High Frequency PCB Double Sided RF PCB for Antennas |
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PCB SIZE |
67 x 67mm=1up |
BOARD TYPE |
Double sided PCB |
Number of Layers |
2 layers |
Surface Mount Components |
YES |
Through Hole Components |
NO |
LAYER STACKUP |
copper ------- 35um(1 oz)+plate TOP layer |
RO4003C 0.305mm |
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copper ------- 35um(1oz) + plate BOT Layer |
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TECHNOLOGY |
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Minimum Trace and Space: |
7.9 mil / 5.9 mil |
Minimum / Maximum Holes: |
0.4 mm / 0.4 mm |
Number of Different Holes: |
1 |
Number of Drill Holes: |
3 |
Number of Milled Slots: |
0 |
Number of Internal Cutouts: |
0 |
Impedance Control: |
no |
Number of Gold finger: |
0 |
BOARD MATERIAL |
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Glass Epoxy: |
RO4003C Tg280℃, er<3.48, Rogers Corp. |
Final foil external: |
1.5 oz |
Final foil internal: |
N/A |
Final height of PCB: |
0.4 mm ±0.1 |
PLATING AND COATING |
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Surface Finish |
Immersion gold, 18% |
Solder Mask Apply To: |
N/A |
Solder Mask Color: |
N/A |
Solder Mask Type: |
N/A |
CONTOUR/CUTTING |
Routing |
MARKING |
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Side of Component Legend |
N/A |
Colour of Component Legend |
N/A |
Manufacturer Name or Logo: |
N/A |
VIA |
Plated through hole(PTH), minimum size 0.4mm. |
FLAMIBILITY RATING |
N/A |
DIMENSION TOLERANCE |
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Outline dimension: |
0.0059" |
Board plating: |
0.0029" |
Drill tolerance: |
0.002" |
TEST |
100% Electrical Test prior shipment |
TYPE OF ARTWORK TO BE SUPPLIED |
email file, Gerber RS-274-X, PCBDOC etc |
SERVICE AREA |
Worldwide, Globally. |
Typical Applications
- Automotive Radar and Sensors
- Cellular Base Station Antennas
- Direct Broadcast Satellites
- Low Noise Block
- Power Amplifiers
- RFID
Data Sheet for Rogers 4003C (RO4003C)
RO4003C Typical Value |
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Property |
RO4003C |
Direction |
Units |
Condition |
Test Method |
Dielectric Constant,εProcess |
3.38±0.05 |
Z |
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10 GHz/23℃ |
IPC-TM-650 2.5.5.5 Clamped Stripline |
Dielectric Constant,εDesign |
3.55 |
Z |
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8 to 40 GHz |
Differential Phase Length Method |
Dissipation Factortan,δ |
0.0027 |
Z |
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10 GHz/23℃ |
IPC-TM-650 2.5.5.5 |
Thermal Coefficient of ε |
+40 |
Z |
ppm/℃ |
-50℃to 150℃ |
IPC-TM-650 2.5.5.5 |
Volume Resistivity |
1.7 x 1010 |
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MΩ.cm |
COND A |
IPC-TM-650 2.5.17.1 |
Surface Resistivity |
4.2 x 109 |
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MΩ |
COND A |
IPC-TM-650 2.5.17.1 |
Electrical Strength |
31.2(780) |
Z |
Kv/mm(v/mil) |
0.51mm(0.020") |
IPC-TM-650 2.5.6.2 |
Tensile Modulus |
19,650(2,850) |
X |
MPa(ksi) |
RT |
ASTM D 638 |
Tensile Strength |
139(20.2) |
X |
MPa(ksi) |
RT |
ASTM D 638 |
Flexural Strength |
276 |
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MPa |
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IPC-TM-650 2.4.4 |
Dimensional Stability |
<0.3 |
X,Y |
mm/m |
after etch+E2/150℃ |
IPC-TM-650 2.4.39A |
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion |
11 |
X |
ppm/℃ |
-55℃to288℃ |
IPC-TM-650 2.4.41 |
Tg |
>280 |
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℃ TMA |
A |
IPC-TM-650 2.4.24.3 |
Td |
425 |
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℃ TGA |
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ASTM D 3850 |
Thermal Conductivity |
0.71 |
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W/M/oK |
80℃ |
ASTM C518 |
Moisture Absorption |
0.06 |
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% |
48hrs immersion 0.060" |
ASTM D 570 |
Density |
1.79 |
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gm/cm3 |
23℃ |
ASTM D 792 |
Copper Peel Stength |
1.05 |
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N/mm |
after solder float 1 oz. |
IPC-TM-650 2.4.8 |
Flammability |
N/A |
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UL 94 |
Lead-free Process Compatible |
Yes |
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