Microwave Journal
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Materials

March 1, 2000

Materials

High Performance Laminates
The RO4000® and RO3000® series laminates are designed to support the economical production of high volume circuits for specific applications in wireless communications designs. The laminates feature good electrical characteristics, including stable dielectric constant over temperature and low dielectric loss. The RT/duroid,® DUROID® and TMM® laminates support the highest requirements for very demanding applications.
Rogers Corp., Rogers, CT (860) 774-9605.

EMI Gaskets
The Gore-Shield® high performance, surface-mount compatible gasket for electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding can be installed with standard pick-and-place equipment. The gaskets employ an innovative form factor and the company’s GS5200 material, a nickel-filled expanded polytetrafluoroethylene that is well suited for wireless applications. Available in 5.5 mm, 8.0 mm and 12 mm lengths, and 1.25 mm and 1.1 mm widths, the gaskets provide good low pressure EMI shielding and very fast installation times.
W.L. Gore & Associates Inc., Newark, DE (302) 368-2575.