The RO3003 18-Layer Central Office Router Board is a precision-engineered multilayer PCB designed for high-speed data transmission and signal integrity in core networking environments. As telecommunications hardware scales, this 2.4mm thick board provides the mechanical rigidity and electrical performance required to support dense 18-layer configurations. Utilising Rogers RO3003 laminate, it maintains a stable dielectric constant across varying temperatures, making it essential for mission-critical routing and switching hardware.
Key Features
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Substrate Material: Rogers RO3003 ceramic-filled PTFE for low-loss high-frequency performance.
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Layer Count: 18-layer high-density interconnect (HDI) stackup.
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Board Thickness: 2.4mm for enhanced structural integrity in rack-mount systems.
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Copper Weight: 2oz finished copper for superior current carrying capacity and thermal dissipation.
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Surface Finish: 3u hard gold plating over nickel (ENIG/Hard Gold) for maximum oxidation resistance and contact reliability.
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Signal Integrity: Optimized for minimal insertion loss and consistent impedance control.
Applications
The RO3003 18-Layer Central Office Router Board is primarily utilised in the telecommunications and data centre sectors. Specific use cases include:
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Central Office Switching: Core infrastructure for high-bandwidth carrier-grade networks.
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Enterprise Routers: High-speed edge and backbone routing hardware.
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5G Infrastructure: Base station processing units and backhaul equipment.
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Data Storage Systems: High-speed backplanes for SAN and NAS environments.
Why Choose PCBSYNC
PCBSYNC is a professional PCB fabrication, PCBA, and EMS manufacturer delivering precision-built electronics for aerospace, medical, automotive, industrial, and smart energy applications. We handle everything from rapid prototyping to mass production — including rigid, flexible, and rigid-flex PCBs, full turnkey assembly, component sourcing, AOI and X-ray inspection, and OEM/ODM support. Reliable boards. Consistent quality. From prototype to production — PCBSYNC.
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