The Rogers RT/duroid 5880 is a premium PTFE-based composite material specifically engineered for ultra-low loss, high-frequency applications. This advanced laminate combines exceptional electrical performance with superior mechanical properties, making it the preferred choice for demanding RF and microwave circuit designs.
Key Electrical Properties:
- Dielectric Constant (Dk): 2.20 ยฑ 0.02 at 10 GHz
- Dissipation Factor (Df): 0.0009 at 10 GHz
- Extremely Low Loss: Industry-leading low-loss characteristics across the entire frequency spectrum
- Excellent Dielectric Constant Stability: Minimal variation with frequency and temperature
Superior Performance Features: The RT/duroid 5880 delivers outstanding electrical consistency with its tightly controlled dielectric constant and exceptionally low dissipation factor. The material’s PTFE composite construction provides excellent chemical resistance and maintains stable performance across a wide temperature range from -55ยฐC to +200ยฐC.
Mechanical Excellence:
- Low coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) in the X and Y directions
- Excellent dimensional stability
- Superior peel strength and thermal conductivity
- Consistent thickness tolerance for precise impedance control
Target Applications:
- High-frequency amplifiers and oscillators
- Millimeter wave applications
- Satellite communication systems
- Military and aerospace radar systems
- High-performance filters and couplers
- Antenna feed networks
- Test and measurement equipment
Manufacturing Advantages: The RT/duroid 5880 is compatible with standard PCB fabrication processes while offering excellent machinability. Its consistent material properties ensure reliable manufacturing yields and repeatable electrical performance across production runs.
Why Choose RT/duroid 5880: When signal integrity and minimal insertion loss are critical, RT/duroid 5880 provides the ultra-low loss performance required for next-generation high-frequency designs. Its proven track record in aerospace, defense, and commercial applications makes it the trusted solution for engineers pushing the boundaries of RF and microwave technology.
