| Customization: | Available |
|---|---|
| Type: | Rigid Circuit Board |
| Dielectric: | Glass-Reinforced Hydrocarbon Ceramic |
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The 2-layer Kappa 438 PCB is a cost-effective, high-performance circuit board designed for modern wireless communication systems. Featuring Rogers' glass-reinforced hydrocarbon ceramic material, this ultra-thin 0.6mm board combines FR-4 process compatibility with enhanced RF performance. The standard 1oz copper construction supports 7/7 mil trace/space requirements and 0.50mm minimum hole sizes, making it ideal for high-frequency designs.
Key features include:
Immersion gold surface finish for reliable connectivity
No silkscreen or solder mask for streamlined production
20-up panel configuration (185.33mm × 170.15mm, ±0.15mm)
100% electrical testing for quality assurance
UL 94 V-0 flame retardant rated
Manufactured to IPC-Class-2 standards with Gerber RS-274-X artwork, this PCB is available for global deployment.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Base Material | Rogers Kappa 438 |
| Layer Count | Double-sided (2-layer) |
| Board Dimensions | 185.33mm × 170.15mm (±0.15mm) panel (20-up) |
| Minimum Trace/Space | 7/7 mils |
| Minimum Hole Size | 0.50mm |
| Finished Thickness | 0.6mm |
| Copper Weight | 1oz (35µm) outer layers |
| Via Plating Thickness | 20µm |
| Surface Finish | Immersion Gold |
| Silkscreen | None |
| Solder Mask | None |
| Electrical Test | 100% tested prior to shipment |
Copper Layer 1: 35µm
Kappa 438 Core: 0.508mm (20mil)
Copper Layer 2: 35µm
FR-4 Compatibility: Uses standard epoxy/glass processes with better RF performance (Dk 4.38)
Thermal Stability: High Tg >280°C with low Z-axis CTE (42 ppm/°C)
Design Flexibility: Enables easy conversion from standard FR-4 designs
Reliability: UL 94 V-0 rated with excellent plated through-hole reliability
Cost Efficiency: Combines PTFE-like performance with FR-4 economics
Typical Applications
5G Infrastructure: Small cell and DAS antennas
IoT Devices: Smart home systems and wireless meters
V2X Communication: Vehicle-to-everything systems
Carrier WiFi: High-performance access points
Seamless Upgrade Path: Perfect for enhancing existing FR-4 designs
Manufacturing Simplicity: No special processing requirements
Consistent Performance: Tight Dk and thickness tolerances
Automation Ready: Compatible with standard assembly processes
Global Compliance: Meets international quality and safety standards
Accelerate your wireless designs with our Kappa 438 2-layer PCB - the smart choice for cost-sensitive RF applications.
Ideal for:
• 5G small cell deployments
• Smart city infrastructure
• Connected vehicle systems
• Industrial IoT devices
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