The Taconic TSM Series PCB is a premium thermoset microwave substrate engineered specifically for high-frequency RF designs and demanding aerospace applications. As radar, satellite communications, and wireless networks require increasingly strict signal integrity, this substrate delivers the precise electrical and thermal performance that hardware developers require. With a low dielectric constant ($D_k$) and an exceptionally low dissipation factor ($D_f$), it ensures minimal signal attenuation across wide temperature fluctuations.
Key Features
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Advanced Thermoset Material: Built using a specialized thermoset polymer matrix filled with ceramic for superior mechanical dimensional stability.
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Low Dissipation Factor ($D_f$): Offers an ultra-low dissipation factor (typically 0.0015 at 10 GHz) to optimize power efficiency in high-frequency circuits.
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Stable Dielectric Constant ($D_k$): Maintains a consistent $D_k$ of 3.00 ($\pm 0.05$) across a broad temperature spectrum, preventing phase shifts.
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Low Thermal Expansion: A low coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) matching copper ensures reliable plated through-hole (PTH) reliability in thermal cycling environments.
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High Thermal Conductivity: Delivers efficient heat dissipation (0.65 W/m-K), reducing hotspot formation in power amplifiers.
Applications
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Aerospace & Defence: Utilized in military radar systems, missile guidance electronics, and avionic communication modules.
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Satellite Communications: Ideal for LNBs, VSAT systems, and space-grade transceiver phase-array antennas.
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Telecommunications: Deployed in 5G base stations, power amplifiers, and high-speed backplanes.
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Automotive Radar: Integrated into advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) operating at 24 GHz to 77 GHz.
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.
Ready to integrate Taconic TSM Series substrates into your next high-frequency project? Submit your Gerber files to the PCBSYNC engineering team today to receive a comprehensive fabrication quotation.
