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What is Rogers PCB?

Rogers Corporation is a materials technology company. Rogers PCB is a special circuit board using high-frequency laminates. It is made from high-performance electronic materials produced by Rogers Corporation.

Rogers PCB materials, like RO4003C and RO4350B, are widely used in high-frequency and microwave applications. They have good dielectric properties, low signal loss, and high-frequency stability.

At KingSun, we offer many types of Rogers PCB materials. For example, Rogers 4003 PCB, Rogers 4350 PCB, Rogers FR4 PCB, etc.

With our professional procurement, production, and quality inspection teams, we stand out among Rogers PCB manufacturers. When you need a Rogers PCB quote, please contact our service team.

Benefits of Rogers PCB

Although Rogers PCB is more expensive and difficult to process than PCB made of conventional materials such as FR-4. However, its status in specific application fields is still significant. The following are its advantages:

  • Rogers PCB dielectric constant (DK) needs to be small and stable. In general, smaller is better. The rate at which a signal transmits data is inversely proportional to the relative capacitance constant. A high dielectric constant is bad for signal transmission.
  • Rogers PCB has a small dissipation factor(DK). Small dissipation factor (DF) guarantees the quality of high-frequency electronic products.
  • The Rogers PCB material thermal expansion coefficient is 17ppm/℃, which is consistent with that of copper foil, thus ensuring the stability of the product.
  • The minimal water absorption of Rogers PCB makes it well-suited for use in high-humidity environments.

  • Rogers PCB board has good heat, chemical, impact, and peel resistance.

Rogers PCB Material Properties

  • Excellent quality ensures low power consumption
  • Reduce electrical signal and dielectric losses
  • Low hygroscopicity ensures stable operation
  • Better thermal management
  • Low outgassing, suitable for space applications
  • Controlled impedance improvements
  • Best for high-power applications
  • Enhance PTH reliability and improve radiator performance
  • Better dimensional stability
  • Low CTE values for space and radar applications
  • Offers a wide range of dielectric constants

Types of Rogers PCB

    Standard Rogers PCB Board

    Standard Rogers PCB Board includes single-layer, double-side, and multilayer, multilayer, and board. The inner and outer layers are made of Rogers material.

    Mixed FR-4+Rogers PCB Board

    In the manufacturing process of multilayer circuit boards, FR4 and Rogers PCB board are mixed together to press to multilayer Rogers PCB board, that is, Rogers PCB laminate, which is called mixed FR-4+Rogers PCB.

    The design of Rogers FR4 PCB is advantageous for cost-effectiveness, enhanced bending strength, control of electromagnetic interference, and various other factors.

Rogers PCB Fabrication

Rogers PCB Fabrication is almost the same as the standard FR4 board.

  1. Material cutting: Cut the PCB big sheet into production dimensions.
  2. Drilling: Mechanical drilling according to the FAB drilling file to prepare for subsequent electrical connections between layers.
  3. Plating: The copper plating within the hole facilitates the conduction of each layer's circuit on the board, simultaneously enhancing the copper thickness.
  4. Copper layer: Apply dry film to the surface of the PCB substrate, and after exposure, development, and etching, complete the circuit copper layer production.
  5. Printing solder mask: Cover the areas of PCB boards that do not need to be soldered with solder mask ink printing for protection and insulation.
  6. Printed Symbol: Print the symbol on the PCB board surface for easy subsequent welding processes.
  7. Surface treatment: Apply a layer of ENIG, HASL, or another surface finish to the surface of the bare copper plate to be soldered.
  8. CNC Milling: Furnish the customer-specified board appearance to facilitate SMT mounting and assembly.
  9. Circuit Open/Short test: Test the board's circuit to prevent the short or open circuit board before outgoing.
  10. FQC: Final inspection, sampling, and full inspection after completing Rogers PCB fabrication.
  11. Packaging and outgoing: Vacuum packaging of the prepared Rogers PCB board, packaging and shipping, and completion of delivery.

Commonly Used Rogers PCB Material

Rogers materials perform well in signal problems, radio frequency applications, power management, and heat dissipation applications. So, how do we choose these materials? Below are some typical Rogers PCB materials properties classification.

Rogers RO3000 Series High Frequency Circuit Materials

Rogers RO3000 is designed to offer high-frequency performance with exceptional electrical and mechanical stability at competitive prices. They apply in commercial microwave and RF applications.

This series contain RO3003, RO3006, RO3010, RO303.

Rogers RO4000 Series High Frequency Circuit Materials

Rogers RO4000 series is hydrocarbon resin and ceramic filler laminated material.

It is compatible with FR4 mixed pressure, FR-4 fiberglass board processing technology, and lead-free soldering process capabilities. Reduce PCB processing costs.

This series contain, RO4000, RO4003C, RO4350B, RO4003C, RO4400, RO4700..etc.

RT6000 Series

6000 Series Laminates offer Ultra-Low dissipation. An extremely low dissipation factor can lead to lower dielectric dissipation. Provide better electrical performance for microwave and high-frequency wireless systems, improve system efficiency, and save more energy.

This Series contains RT6002,RT6006,RT6010,RT6035HTC.

TMM series

Rogers TMM Series Thermoset Microwave Laminates are ceramic-filled thermoset polymer composites designed for stripline and microstrip applications requiring high via reliability.

To learn more about Rogers PCB materials datasheet, please go to Rogers official website.

Applications of Rogers PCB

Rogers PCB (Printed Circuit Board) is widely used in various fields due to its superior high-frequency performance and stability characteristics.

Here are some of the major applications of Rogers PCBs:

PCB circuit board application-communication system

Communication Systems

Base station antennas, communication infrastructure, radio frequency (RF) modules.

PCB circuit board application-aerospace field

Aerospace Field

Flight control systems, radar, satellite communication equipment.

PCB circuit board application-medical electronics

Medical electronics

Medical imaging equipment, high-frequency treatment equipment, wireless monitoring systems.

PCB circuit board application-automotive electronics

Vehicle electronics

Vehicle communication system, radar sensing system.

In addition, Rogers PCB is also widely used in military and defense, industrial automation, energy fields, consumer electronics and other industries.

FR4 VS Rogers PCB Material

Material composition and properties:

FR4 is a fiberglass-reinforced epoxy resin material. It is widely used in general applications and is relatively low-cost. Rogers PCB uses special composite materials produced by Rogers Company. It is mainly used for high-performance and high-frequency applications. The cost is relatively high.

Dielectric constant and dielectric loss:

The dielectric constant of FR4 is usually around 4.0, up to 4.5, and the dielectric loss is relatively high.
Rogers PCB offers a variety of series; its dielectric constant can be adjusted between 6.5 and 11, and the dielectric loss is relatively low, so it is the first choice material for high-heat applications.

Cost:

If you are a PCB enthusiast, you must know that FR4 is a common and affordable printed circuit board material. It is suitable for many general electronic devices and systems.
But if you have higher performance requirements, Rogers PCB is your first choice, even if it costs more.

Thermal performance:

In high-power applications, the temperature can affect FR4. This results in changes to its dielectric constant and increased signal transmission losses.

These issues may even cause electronic equipment failure. At present, there is a need to augment the heat capacity of the PCB.

Rogers PCB can usually withstand higher operating temperatures due to its use of special high-performance composite materials.

Rogers PCB Board Fabrication Is More Difficult Than Standard FR4 PCB Because of Its Material Characteristics:

  • Rogers PCB impedance trace width/space control is strict, and general tolerance is around 2%.
  • Rogers PCB adhesion of PTH copper deposition is low due to the special PCB board material. It is usually used in plasma processing equipment to roughen the vias and surface to increase the adhesion of the PTH hole copper and solder mask ink.
  • Rogers PCB working panel cannot be pretreated before printing the solder mask as the special material.
  • Most of the Rogers PCBs are made of polytetrafluoroethylene materials. Using regular milling cutters for milling may result in excessive burrs, necessitating the use of a specialized milling cutter.

Why is Rogers PCB price Higher than Standard PCB?

What should you pay attention when assembly Rogers PCB?

Assembly Rogers PCB Quality Assurance Of Solder Paste

The quality of solder paste directly affects the quality of the product. Therefore, Pay attention to the temperature of refrigeration, the temperature and humidity during the printing process, and the time for reflow.

Assembly Rogers PCB SMT Temperature Control

SMT processing is a very important part of the PCBA manufacturing process. The temperature curve control of reflow soldering plays a vital role in the welding quality of PCBA boards in the later stage.

Assembly Rogers PC DIP Temperature Control

DIP plugins are the last step in circuit board processes. This process is easy due to poor soldering, such as continuous soldering, insufficient soldering, and lack of soldering. Therefore, temperature control and wave soldering quality are emphasized.

The Best China Rogers PCB Manufacturer - King Sun

King Sun PCB has many advantages over Roger PCB compared to other factories.

Rogers PCB FAQs

Rogers PCB is a circuit board crafted from unique composite materials manufactured by Rogers Corporation, exhibiting exceptional high-frequency capabilities and dimensional stability. Compared with common FR4 circuit boards, Rogers PCB has significant advantages.

Yes, Rogers PCBs are suitable for space applications. Its high-temperature stability and superior performance make it ideal for space electronics.

RO4003C and RO4350B are materials commonly used in Rogers circuit boards for high-frequency applications, providing superior signal stability and performance.

Yes, we offer custom Rogers PCB services. You just need to tell us your design needs and specifications, and we will provide you with a free quote.

When using PCBs in high-humidity environments, it is recommended to choose materials with low moisture absorption, such as RO4003C, to ensure the stability of circuit board performance.

It depends on your actual application. Compared with general FR4 circuit boards, Rogers printed circuit boards perform better in high-frequency and microwave applications, with lower dielectric loss and better signal transmission characteristics. However, FR4 materials are relatively cheaper.