Rogers PCB

  • The Rogers PCB is a special type of PCB made with high-frequency material.
  • The PCB also comes with a stable temperature and a high-quality dielectric constant, making it stand out.
  • The thermal expansion coefficient of the PCB is similar to copper foil—used to enhance the PTFE substrate.
  • Rogers PCB is ideal for high-frequency and high-speed circuits—as well as RF products and microwaves.

The Different Types of
Rogers PCB

  • Rogers 4350B
    The Rogers 4350B has a low loss capability and stable control on its dielectric constant (DK)—which makes its materials ideal for high power RF designs and super-active appliances.
  • Rogers 3003
    This Rogers PCB model is suitable for automotive radar applications with 77 GHz and it also supports 5G wireless applications and ADAS.
  • Rogers 3006
    The 3006 model offers excellent mechanical and electrical stability—with a reliable dielectric constant across various temperatures. And it removes the step change in the Dk.
  • Rogers 3010
    The 3010 is one of the most affordable models with advanced ceramic-filled PTFE materials. Hence, its stability streamlines the broadband components.
  • Rogers 0588
    Reinforced with glass microfibers, the Rogers 5880 has a low DK and loss feature. Hence, it makes the model highly suitable for broadband and high-frequency applications.
  • Rogers 6002
    The 6002 model comes with low DK materials that are ideal for sophisticated microwave structures. Hence, it's ideal for multi-layer board designs.
  • Rogers 6010
    This RO6010 is ideal for microwave and electronic board applications that require a high DK. Also, the model is ideal—if you plan on dealing with circuit size reduction.
  • Rogers 4003
    The Rogers 4003 model uses 1674 and 1080 glass fabric styles. All its configurations have the same specifications; they don’t support bromination.
  • Rogers 4835
    This 4835 laminate is a low-loss material that provides high stability at significant oxidation resistance and increased temperatures. With it, you’ll get standard glass or epoxy FR-4 processes and cheap circuit production.
  • Rogers 4360G2
    This laminate offers a perfect balance of processing capability and performance. Plus, the low-loss laminate consists of hydrocarbon ceramic-filled thermostat materials.

Data Sheet Showing the Different Roger PCB Models (Table 1)

Property RO4350B RO3003 RO3006 RO3010 RO4835 RO5880 RO6002 RO6010 RO4003 RO 4360G2
Dk, Process (2)3.48
± 0.05
3.00
± 0.04
6.15
± 0.15
10.2
± 0.30
3.48
± 0.05
2.20
± 0.02
2.94
± 0.04
10.2
± 0.25
3.38
± 0.05
6.15
± 0.15
Dk Design 3.66 3.00 6.50 11.20 3.66 2.20 2.94 - 3.55 -
Dissipation Factor 0.0037
0.0031
0.001
0
0.002
0
0.002
2
0.003
7
0.0004
0.0009
0.001
2
0.002
3
0.0027
0.0021
0.003
8
Thermal Coefficient +50 -3 -262 -395 +50 -125 +12 -425 +40 -
Dimension Stability - -0.06
0.07
-0.27
-0.15
-0.35
-0.31
- - - - - -
Volume Resistivity 1.2 X 10^10 10^7 10^5 10^5 5 x 10^8 2 x 10^7 10^6 5 x 10^5 1.7 X 10^10 4.0 x 10^13
Surface Resistivity 5.7 X 10^9 10^7 10^5 10^5 7 x 10^8 3 x 10^7 10^7 5 x 10^6 4.2 X 10^9 9.0 x 10^12
Electrical Strength 31.2
(780)
- - - 30.2
(755)
0.96
(0.23)
- - 31.2
(780)
784
Tensile Modulus 16,767 (2,432)
14,153, (2,053)
930
823
1498
1293
1902
1934
7780
(1128)
1070 (156) 450 (65), 860 (125) 380 (55) 828 (120) 931 (135) 19,650 (2,850) 19,450 (2,821) -

Table 2 (Continuation)

Property RO4350B RO3003 RO3006 RO3010 RO4835 RO5880 RO6002 RO6010 RO4003 RO 4360G2
Tensile Strength 203 (29.5)
130 (18.9)
- - - 136 (19.7) - - 17 (2.4) 139 (20.2)
100 (14.5)
131 (19)
97 (14)
Flexural Strength 255 (37) - - - 186 (27) - - 4364 (633) 276 (40) 213 (31)
145 (21)
Dimensional Stability <0.5 - - - <0.5 - - - <0.3 -
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion 10
12
32
17
16
25
17
17
24
13
11
16
10
12
32
31
48
237
16
16
24
24
24
24
11
14
46
13
14
28
Tg >280 - - - >280 - - - >280 >280
Td 390 500 500 500 390 500 500 500 425 407
Specific Heat - 0.9 0.86 0.8 - - 0.93 (0.22) 1.00 (0.239) - -
Thermal Conductivity 0.69 0.50 0.79 0.95 0.66 0.22 0.60 0.78 0.71 0.75
Moisture Absorption 0.06 0.04 0.02 0.05 0.05 0.02 0.02 0.05 0.06 0.08
Density 1.86 2.1 2.6 2.8 1.92 2.2 2.1 3.1 1.79 2.16
Copper Peel Strength 0.88 (5.0) 12.7 7.1 9.4 0.88 (5.0) 31.2 (5.5) 8.9 (1.6) 12.3 (2.1) 1.05 (6.0) 5.2 (0.91)
Flammability (3)V-0 V-0 V-0 V-0 V-0 V-0 V-0 94V-0 N/A V-0
Lead-Free Process Compatible Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes -

Types of Rogers PCB
Materials

The Rogers PCB materials have three major categories. And they are as follows: metal claddings, bonding materials, and laminates.

Metal Claddings

  • Rolled
  • Electrodeposited
  • Electrodeposited Reverse Treated
  • Resistive Foil
  • Bonding Materials

  • Ceramic PTFE Bondply
  • Woven Glass
  • Prepreg
  • Hydrocarbon
  • Thermoset Thermal and Electrically Conductive Adhesive (TECA) Film
  • Laminates

  • Woven Glass Reinforced Modified Epoxy Laminates
  • PTFE Random Glass Fiber
  • Woven Glass UL 94 V-0 laminates
  • Hydrocarbon
  • PTFE Ceramic
  • Cross-Plied Woven Glass-Reinforced PTFE
  • Woven Glass Reinforced PTFE Antenna Grade Laminates
  • Filled PTFE Composite
  • Woven Glass Reinforced Modified Epoxy IMS
  • FR-4 Material vs. Rogers Material

     

    Here are the differences between FR-4 and Rogers’ material—based on certain factors.

    FactorsFR-4 MaterialRogers Material
    Dissipation factor (DF)0.0200.004
    PriceAffordableExpensive
    Thermal ManagementThis grade material doesn’t handle high temperature well.The Rogers material manages high temperatures perfectly.
    PerformanceDecentRemarkable
    Dielectric Constant (DK)4.56.15 to 11
    Impedance Stability Lower polarity and it doesn’t stabilize charges well. Higher polarity and stabilizes charges effectively.
    Applications The FR-4 isn’t so ideal for space applications because it isn’t outgassing tolerant. Rogers is a better option for space applications because it reduces outgassing effectively.

    The Applications of the
    Rogers PCB

    Its applications include the following:

    1. Telecommunication: Cellular Base Station Antennas, Communication systems, Direct Broadcast Satellite, Microwave Equipment, Carrier-Grade Wi-Fi/ Licensed Assisted Access, 5G Station, etc.
    2. Automotive: Automated Test Equipment (ATE), Automotive Sensors and Radar, etc.
    3. RF Engineering: Power Amplifiers, RF Identification tags, IP Infrastructure, etc.
    4. Aeronautic Engineering: Aircraft Collision Avoidance System, Microstrip Antenna, Backhaul Radios, etc.
    5. Computer: DAS, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), etc.

    The Advantages of the Rogers PCB

    The benefits of using Rogers PCB are as follows:

    1. Rogers PCB has a low moisture absorption feature, low thermal expansion, and solid dimensional stability for different conditions.
    2. The material of the RogersPCB is compatible and it’s easy to fabricate because the PCB is as thin as 0.1mm.
    3. Rogers PCB has excellent thermal management and it’s ideal for electronic devices and circuits that produce excess heat.
    4. With Rogers PCB, there’s the reduction of outgassing in space applications.
    5. The Rogers PCB matches trace locations and dimensions, leading it to enhance impedance control.
    6. Rogers PCB provides steady high-frequency performance.

    FAQs

    1. What needs to pay attention to for the electrical properties and mechanical properties of Roger PCB?

    You should focus on the exact performance requirements, such as thermal expansion, water absorption, temperature stability, absorption percentage, and moisture absorption rate.

    2. What are other applications of Roger PCB?

    Except for what we have talked about above, there is other care in applications of Roger PCB. Such as RF applications, defense applications, medical industry, medical instruments, mobile networking, microwave application.

    3. What needs to focus on the materials of PCB Rogers?

    For the board material, There is a lot to consider. Such as raw materials, Rogers 4350, FR-4 material, ceramic laminates, dielectric material, composite materials, high-frequency circuit materials, and copper laminate. Besides, you should also focus on advanced materials technologies/materials technology, advanced PCB materials, and advanced materials suppliers.

    4. What need to pay attention to for industry solutions of Rogers PCB assembly process?

    Well, you should focus on types of PCBs. Then material processing and laminate materials, like Rogers 4350, FR-4 material. Furthermore, layers of copper, multi-layer PCBs/multi-layer circuit, conductive layers.

    7 Differences Between FR-4 Material and Rogers Material

    As you may know, printed circuit boards play an essential role in nearly all electronic products that we use daily. Therefore, you need to keep at the back of your mind the right materials when it comes to manufacturing your printed circuit boards.

     

    There are plenty of suppliers and manufacturers that use different materials while making your PCBs. Plenty of them uses either FR-4 or Rogers material. But what are the differences between FR-4 and Rogers Materials?

     

    If you may not know, here are seven distinguishing factors or differences between FR-4 and Rogers Material.

    Table of Contents

    As you may know, printed circuit boards play an essential role in nearly all electronic products that we use daily. Therefore, you need to keep the right materials in the back of your mind when it comes to manufacturing your printed circuit boards.

    There are plenty of suppliers and manufacturers that use different materials while making your PCBs. Plenty of them uses either FR-4 or Rogers material. But what are the differences between FR-4 and Rogers Materials?

    If you may not know, here are seven distinguishing factors or differences between FR-4 and Rogers Material.

    Price

    When it comes to the manufacture of printed circuit boards, the type of material used matters a lot, but price matters. The FR-4 and Rogers materials differ when it comes to their cost. FR-4 material is cheaper compared to Rogers is material

    FR-4 is one of the low-cost materials used in the manufacture of printed circuit boards, preferred for minimal processing costs. Even though PCBs made of FR-4 materials are known for their low performance; nevertheless, they cost less than printed circuit boards made of Rogers material. By considering the price of the content and its processing needs, it becomes possible to determine if you get value for your money. 

    However, if you need a printed circuit board made of cheap materials, you better go for those made of FR-4 materials. But if you are not on a budget and need high-performing PCBs made of the best materials, you are better off with those made of Rogers materials. However, you need to keep at the back of your mind that choosing Rogers materials may be the best option because cheap may turn out to be expensive in the end. 

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    High Frequencies

    Printed circuit boards made of FR-4 and rogers materials –regardless of whether they consist of rogers 4350 or rogers 4350b materials- are highly popular due to a wide array of electronic applications, and again, for a good reason.

    Printed circuit boards made of FR-4 materials are preferred for their low cost and for being reliable and well understood for their electrical and mechanical characteristics. They find use in everything from microwave designs to audio circuits. Unfortunately, printed circuit boards made of FR-4 materials are not ideal for high-frequency applications. Rogers manufactured the most famous high-frequency-special laminates. Its materials exhibit a close to 20% reduction in dielectric constant compared to printed circuit boards made of FR-4 materials.

    The best way to decide whether your project will work better with high-frequency laminates is to size up the job’s mechanical and electrical requirements. If you find that the electrical and mechanical variations are too broad, you are better off with Rogers is materials.

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    Df/Dissipation

    When it comes to the manufacture of printed circuit boards, the type of material matters the most, although substantial costs may be necessary. However, it is not the only problem that knows the content value when it comes to the loss factor or Df. Printed circuit boards made of FR-4 materials will be affected or reduced. Compared with printed circuit boards made of Rogers materials, the losses are more significant.

    In other words, FR-4 materials have got high dissipation factor compared to Rogers is articles, especially at high frequencies. Typical values for printed circuit boards made of FR-4 materials are about 0.020 and close to 0.004 for boards made of Rogers materials. FR-4 materials are identifiable by dissipation that increases when frequency increases. High-frequency laminates mainly exhibit a stable dissipation characteristic with frequency. 

    The low dissipation factor of FR-4 materials helps minimize signal losses, not forgetting that their compatibility with automated assembly and processing of FR-4 makes them very easy to manufacture. 

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    Impedance Stability

    Impedance is the obstruction or the measure of the opposition of an electric current to the energy flow when some voltage gets applied. An apt example of impedance is a line of resistance on an electric current. Stable impedance is essential to plenty of designs, and this is an area where the FR-4 and Rogers materials differ.

    Even though they are low in cost, FR-4 materials are highly susceptible to wide variations in dielectric constant across width and length of a substrate in addition to changes in temperature. All in all, when it comes to impedance stability, Rogers’s material has got a more extensive range of dielectric constant compared to FR-4 content.

    If a circuit needs to work with little variations over broad temperature changes, high-frequency laminates are better. Here, you may have to go for printed circuit boards made of Rogers materials instead of those made of FR-4 materials, especially if a majority of your operations involve working in high-temperate environments.   

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    Dielectric Constant

    The dielectric constant is a quantity that effectively measures the ability of a substance to store some electrical energy across an electrical field, when it comes to matters concerning dielectric constant, FR-4 features a dielectric constant of about 4.5, a figure much lower than Rogers material, whose dielectric constant stands at around 6.15 to 11.

    Put, printed circuit boards made with materials that contain high dielectric constant values can yield some small circuits. FR-4 materials have high dielectric values than a majority of plastics. Using FR-4 materials can save not less than 25% or more of a printed circuit board made of such materials. Other things that make FR-4 articles accessible because these redundant fire materials are lightweight, moisture resistant, and come with high dielectric strength.

    Even though Rogers is materials are suitable, when it comes to dielectric constant, you are better off with FR-4 materials. Rogers 4350 and Rogers 4350b materials follow the same manufacturing processes as FR-4 materials, though an FR-4 element can effectively store electrical energy compared to a Rogers PCB. A high dielectric constant in itself is not as desirable as such.

    Generally, printed circuit boards with high dielectric constant tend to break down quickly, especially when subjected to some of the most intense electrical fields.

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    Space Applications

    Space explorations have increased lately, with many countries trying to send people to space. When it comes to space applications, the materials used in manufacturing printed circuit boards matter a lot; not all the materials used in the production of printed circuit boards meant for space exploration come with the promise of excellent functionality.

    Some materials may fail to function as desired. FR-4 and Rogers are materials profoundly differ when it comes to their applicability or use in space. In space, there is outgassing. Outgassing takes place when trapped gases get released in powder coating during the process of curing. Corrosive materials or moisture can effectively penetrate the surface via the pinholes to destroy some parts.

    Even though FR-4 materials deliver an excellent balance for electrical stability, manufacturability, durability, and cost, Rogers materials are regarded as some of the best in the field when it comes to matters concerning space applications. In short, they are low outgassing for almost every space exploration or use.  

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    Temperature Management

    Heat management materials are essential for plenty of electrical devices. Since these products’ temperature needs maintenance at certain levels, it means that thermal management materials are necessary when producing printed circuit boards.

    Printed circuit board materials are characterized or gauged by the thermal coefficient of what is known as the dielectric constant. For FR-4 materials, this is almost 200 parts per million per degree Celsius change. Even though this may seem like a small number, it may bring about significant variations in temperature ranges.

    If a printed circuit board must work with little variations over a high-temperature range, then those made of Rogers material could be better than those made of FR-4 materials. In short, when it comes to temperature management, Rogers’s material performs better based on the fact that they have less variation compared to FR-4 content. High-frequency thermoset-based laminates such as Rogers’s materials are highly robust compared to FR-4 materials and are known for their excellent handling of high temperatures.

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    Conclusion

    The type of material on your printed circuit board matters a lot. When selecting a printed circuit board, you need to go for the one made of the best articles that guarantee you quality results and long-lasting effects. Here at WellPCB is the best place to find excellent PCB production and manufacturing services. 

    Depending on the type of materials that you need, rest assured of finding them at WellPCB. We have a team of experts that can guarantee you an unforgettable manufacturing experience using Rogers and FR-4 materials, which are popular in the industry. For more details concerning PCB materials, feel free to contact our support team at your earliest convenience at [email protected]

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