Pushing the Boundaries of High-Frequency PCB Solutions
UltraWave Technologies delivers industry-leading 120 GHz real-time bandwidth PCB manufacturing and assembly services for the most demanding RF, microwave, and millimeter-wave applications. Our advanced fabrication processes and specialized materials enable unprecedented performance in high-frequency circuit designs.
Technical Specifications
- Bandwidth Capability: Full 120 GHz real-time bandwidth support
- Substrate Materials: Rogers, Taconic, PTFE, and specialized low-loss laminates
- Controlled Impedance: Precision matching within ±2% tolerance
- Minimum Line Width/Spacing: Down to 30μm (1.2 mil)
- Layer Count: Up to 40+ layers with optimized stack-up design
- Via Technology: Laser-drilled microvias down to 50μm diameter
- Surface Finish Options: ENIG, ENEPIG, immersion silver, OSP
- Integration Capability: RF/digital hybrid designs with mixed materials
- Signal Integrity: Verified performance through rigorous VNA testing up to 120 GHz
Advanced Manufacturing Processes
Our state-of-the-art facility employs specialized techniques essential for ultra-high-frequency PCB production:
- Precision photolithography with advanced mask alignment
- Laser-direct imaging with ±5μm accuracy
- Advanced copper surface treatment for optimized skin effect
- Controlled etching processes for pristine transmission lines
- Vacuum lamination for void-free dielectric interfaces
- Automated optical inspection (AOI) with sub-micron resolution
- 3D X-ray inspection for internal structural verification
Assembly Capabilities
- Advanced component placement with ±10μm accuracy
- Specialized soldering techniques for millimeter-wave components
- Automated selective soldering for heat-sensitive components
- RF shielding and compartmentalization implementation
- Specialized underfill and conformal coating options
- Advanced BGA and fine-pitch component handling
- Cleanroom assembly environment for critical applications
Applications
Our 120 GHz PCB solutions are ideal for:
- 6G wireless communication systems
- Automotive radar (77-81 GHz and beyond)
- Next-generation satellite communications
- Advanced defense and aerospace systems
- Quantum computing interfaces
- High-speed test and measurement equipment
- Terahertz imaging and sensing platforms
- Data centers requiring extreme throughput
Quality Assurance
Every board undergoes comprehensive testing:
- Full vector network analyzer verification up to 120 GHz
- Automated optical and X-ray inspection
- Time-domain reflectometry for impedance verification
- Environmental stress screening
- Thermal profiling and simulation validation
- Full compliance with IPC Class 3 standards
- ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certified processes
Why Choose UltraWave Technologies
- Experience: 15+ years pioneering ultra-high-frequency PCB solutions
- Expertise: Team of specialized RF and microwave engineers
- Collaboration: Early design involvement to optimize manufacturability
- Speed: Rapid prototyping options with 5-day turnaround capability
- Support: Comprehensive design rule consultation and signal integrity analysis
- Scalability: From prototype to high-volume production
Contact our engineering team today to discuss your next breakthrough in high-frequency electronics.
