Superior Dielectric Performance for Critical RF/Microwave Designs
Rogers Corporation‘s advanced PCB materials deliver exceptional dielectric constant stability and low-loss characteristics essential for high-frequency electronic applications. Our engineered substrates provide precise electrical performance from DC to millimeter-wave frequencies, making them the preferred choice for aerospace, telecommunications, automotive radar, and 5G infrastructure projects.
Key Dielectric Constant Specifications
RT/duroid® Series – Ultra-Low Loss Performance
- RT/duroid® 5880: Dielectric constant (Dk) = 2.20 ± 0.02 at 10 GHz
- RT/duroid® 6002: Dielectric constant (Dk) = 2.94 ± 0.04 at 10 GHz
- RT/duroid® 6010LM: Dielectric constant (Dk) = 10.2 ± 0.25 at 10 GHz
- Exceptional frequency stability with minimal Dk variation across temperature ranges
RO4000® Series – High-Performance Hydrocarbon Ceramics
- RO4003C: Dielectric constant (Dk) = 3.38 ± 0.05 at 10 GHz
- RO4350B: Dielectric constant (Dk) = 3.48 ± 0.05 at 10 GHz
- RO4360G2: Dielectric constant (Dk) = 6.15 ± 0.15 at 10 GHz
- Excellent thermal coefficient of dielectric constant (TCDk) stability
RO3000® Series – Ceramic-Filled PTFE Solutions
- RO3003: Dielectric constant (Dk) = 3.00 ± 0.04 at 10 GHz
- RO3006: Dielectric constant (Dk) = 6.15 ± 0.15 at 10 GHz
- RO3010: Dielectric constant (Dk) = 10.2 ± 0.30 at 10 GHz
- Consistent dielectric properties across wide frequency spectrum
Advanced Material Properties
Temperature Stability: Rogers PCB materials maintain consistent dielectric constant values across operating temperatures from -55°C to +150°C, ensuring reliable performance in demanding environments.
Low Dissipation Factor: Dissipation factors as low as 0.0009 at 10 GHz minimize signal loss and maintain signal integrity in high-frequency circuits.
Dimensional Stability: Precision-controlled coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) matches copper for reliable via connections and multilayer constructions.
Moisture Absorption: Hydrophobic characteristics with water absorption less than 0.02% prevent dielectric constant drift in humid conditions.
Applications and Industries
5G and Millimeter-Wave Communications
Rogers high-frequency materials enable next-generation wireless infrastructure with stable dielectric constants essential for beamforming antennas, massive MIMO systems, and small cell base stations operating at 24-100 GHz frequencies.
Automotive Radar Systems
Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous vehicle radar applications benefit from Rogers materials’ consistent dielectric performance at 77-81 GHz, ensuring accurate object detection and collision avoidance.
Aerospace and Defense
Military radar, satellite communications, and electronic warfare systems require the exceptional dielectric stability and low-loss characteristics provided by Rogers specialized PCB substrates.
Test and Measurement Equipment
High-precision RF test equipment, network analyzers, and calibration standards utilize Rogers materials for their predictable dielectric constant behavior across frequency and temperature.
Design Advantages
Predictable Performance: Tight dielectric constant tolerances enable accurate electromagnetic simulation and first-pass design success, reducing development time and costs.
Manufacturing Compatibility: Rogers materials process using standard PCB fabrication equipment with established guidelines for drilling, plating, and etching operations.
Multi-layer Capability: Bondply and prepreg options support complex multilayer constructions while maintaining consistent dielectric properties throughout the stack-up.
Global Availability: Worldwide distribution network ensures consistent material supply and technical support for high-volume production requirements.
Technical Support and Resources
Rogers provides comprehensive design support including material property databases, fabrication guidelines, and electromagnetic modeling parameters. Our applications engineering team offers consultation on material selection, stack-up design, and processing optimization.
Access detailed dielectric constant measurements, thermal properties, and mechanical specifications through our online material property database, updated regularly with the latest test data and qualification results.
Quality and Certification
All Rogers PCB materials undergo rigorous quality control testing with full traceability and meet international standards including IPC-4103, UL recognition, and RoHS compliance. ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturing ensures consistent material properties batch-to-batch.
