TLX-7 PCB 2-layer 30mil Substrate White Silkscreen Immersion Gold

This is a high-performance 2-layer rigid printed circuit board (PCB) manufactured using Taconic TLX-7, a high-frequency laminate based on polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) and reinforced with woven fiberglass. Specifically designed to deliver exceptional electrical performance in rigorous RF and microwave applications, the PCB leverages the material’s low and stable dielectric constant (Dk=2.6), ultra-low dissipation factor (DF), and excellent electrical stability across a wide range of temperatures and frequencies. This ensures minimal signal attenuation even at millimeter-wave frequencies, making it highly suitable for low-layer-count microwave designs such as radar systems and phased array antennas.

PCB Construction Details

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Artwork, Quality Standard and Availability

Artwork for this PCB is provided in the Gerber RS-274-X format, the industry standard for PCB manufacturing.

Every PCB complies with the IPC-Class-2 quality standard, a globally recognized criterion that guarantees consistent electrical performance, reliable manufacturing quality, and adherence to industry requirements for high-frequency applications.

Furthermore, this PCB is available worldwide, addressing the needs of international customers and microwave/RF circuit projects across the globe.

Introduction to Taconic TLX-7 Material

TLX-7 is a high-frequency laminate produced by Taconic, specifically developed to deliver superior electrical performance in demanding RF and microwave applications. Consisting of PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) reinforced with woven fiberglass, TLX-7 exhibits a low and stable dielectric constant (Dk=2.6) and an ultra-low dissipation factor, which ensures minimal signal attenuation even at millimeter-wave frequencies. This laminate provides excellent electrical stability across a broad temperature and frequency range, combined with reliable thermal and mechanical properties, making it an optimal choice for low-layer-count microwave designs.

Key Benefits of Taconic TLX-7 Material

-Exceptional mechanical and thermal properties, ensuring structural integrity and performance stability in harsh operating conditions.

-Low and stable dielectric constant (Dk=2.6), enabling consistent signal propagation and precise impedance control in high-frequency circuits.

-Dimensional stability, reducing deformation during manufacturing and operation to ensure reliable circuit performance.

-Low moisture absorption, enhancing long-term reliability and electrical stability in humid or fluctuating environmental conditions.

-UL 94 V-0 flammability rating, satisfying safety requirements for electronic equipment in various industrial sectors.

-Tightly controlled dielectric constant, ensuring repeatable circuit performance and consistency across production lots.

-Ultra-low dissipation factor (DF), minimizing signal loss and maximizing energy efficiency in high-frequency applications.

-Optimized for low-layer-count microwave designs, offering cost-effectiveness and simplified fabrication while maintaining high performance levels.

Typical Applications

-Radar Systems

-Phased Array Antennas

-Mobile Communication Systems

-Microwave Test Equipment

-Microwave Transmission Devices

-RF Components

Conclusion

This 2-layer PCB, made of Taconic TLX-7 PTFE-based laminate, offers superior high-frequency performance, stability and reliability for demanding RF/microwave applications.

Taconic TLX-7’s key advantages (low stable Dk, ultra-low DF, dimensional stability, low moisture absorption, UL 94 V-0) make this PCB a cost-effective solution for low-layer microwave projects.