Linear Models for Diode Surface Mount Packages

Application Note 1124

Introduction
When linear or non-linear analyses are performed on di- These data are subject to change without notice. Please
ode circuits, both the diode chip and its package must be contact your Avago Technologies Component salesper-
accurately modeled. The diode chip or die itself may be son for the latest revision of this application note.
modeled using SPICE parameters, or by a three element
linear model as shown in Figure 1.
The three-lead SOT-23 and SOT-323 packages may be Rs

modeled as shown in Figure 2. The element values are

given in Table 1.
The four-lead SOT-143 package is modeled as shown in
Figure 3, with circuit element values given in Table 1. Rj Cj

The six-lead SOT-363 package is described in Figure 4

with element values specified in Table 1.
Note that two package linear equivalent circuits exist for
the SOT-3x3 packages. One provides accurate modeling
from DC to 3 GHz, while the other can be used at frequen- Figure 1. Linear model of a diode chip
cies as high as 6 GHz. 5796 AN 1124-01

Table 1.
Element: LL CL CP CC LB
Leadframe Leadframe Package Capaci- Coupling Capaci- Bondwire
Description: Inductance Capacitance tance tance Inductance
Units: nH pF pF pF nH
SOT-23/SOT-143 to 3 GHz 0.50 0 0.080 0.060 1.0
SOT-3x3 to 3 GHz 0.40 0 0.030 0.035 0.70
SOT-3x3 to 6 GHz 0.80 0.050 0.030 0.035 0.70
 LL CP
1

CL
LB
DIODE
SOT-23 CHIP
SOT-323 LL
CC 3

DIODE CL
CHIP
1
LB
LL CP
3
2
2
CL

Figure 2. Model of the SOT-23 and SOT-323 packages

LL LB LL
DIODE 3
1
CHIP
SOT-143

CC
CP
1 3 CC
LL LB LL
DIODE 4
2
CHIP
2 4

CP

Figure 3. Model of the SOT-143 package

LL LB LL
DIODE 6
1
5796 AN 1124-03 CHIP
CL CL

CP
CC CC
SOT-363 LL LB LL
DIODE 5
2
CHIP
CL CL
1 6

2 5 CP
CC
LL CC
3 4 LB LL
DIODE 4
3
CHIP
CL CL

CP

Figure 4. Model of the SOT-363 package

5796 AN 1124-04
 CP CP=0.08pF

LL LL
LB LB
LL=0.3 nH LL=0.3 nH
CC CC Diode

Chip
Diode
Chip
Diode
Chip
CP LB=0.4 nH
CL=0.05pF
CL=0.05pF
LL LL
LB LB
Figure 7. SOD-523 Package
CC CC
Chip
Diode

Chip
Diode

LL
CP

LL LL CL
CP LB
Figure 5. HSMS-28XP Package Model
LL
CC Diode
LB Chip
Diode
Chip CL
LL LL
LB

CP
CC CP CC LL

CL
LL 0.1nH LL

Figure 8. HSMX-48XB
CC CC

LB For 1-mil gold wirebonds, inductance of the bond wire

Diode in nanohenries is roughly equal to its length in millim-
Chip
LL LL eters... 0.4mm of bond wire is equal to 0.4 nanoHenries
of inductance, 1 mil of bond wire is equal to 25 pico-
Henries of inductance, or 40 mils of bondwire is equal to
CP
one nanohenry.
Figure 6. HSMS-28XK Package Model

CP=0.09pF

LL=0.4 nH LL=0.4 nH
Diode
Chip
LB=0.4 nH
CL=0.2pF
CL=0.2pF
CL=0.02pF CL=0.02pF

Figure 9. SOD-323 Package

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HPND- 4005
Beam Lead PIN Diode

Data Sheet

Description
The HPND-4005 planar beam lead PIN diode is
­constructed to offer exceptional lead strength while
achieving excellent elec­tri­cal performance at high
­frequencies. High beam strength offers users superior
assembly yield, while extremely low capacitance ­allows
high isola­tion to be realized.
Nitride passivation and poly­imide coating provide
­reliable device protection.
Features
• High Breakdown Voltage: 120 V Typical
• Low Capacitance: 0.017 pF Typical
• Low Resistance: 4.7 W Typical
• Rugged Construction: 4 Grams Minimum Lead Pull
• Nitride Passivated

Applications Outline 21
The HPND-4005 beam lead PIN diode is designed for use GOLD LEADS
in stripline or microstrip circuits. Applications include S 1 O 2 /Si 3 N 4
switching, attenuating, phase shifting, limiting, and PASSIVATION
CATHODE
modulating at microwave fre­quencies. The extremely
130 (5.1)
low capaci­tance of the HPND-4005 makes it ideal for 110 (4.3)
circuits requiring high isolation in a series diode config- 110 (4.3)
80 (3.1)
uration. 130 (5.1)
110 (4.3)

Maximum Ratings
Operating Temperature -65°C to +175°C
Storage Temperature -65°C to +200°C 760 (29.9)
640 (25.2)
8 (0.3) Min. 60 (2.4)
Power Dissipation at TCASE = 25°C 250 mW 30 (1.2)
  (Derate linearly to zero at 175°C.)
Minimum Lead Strength 4 grams pull on either lead GLASS
SILICON 25 MIN (1.0)
Diode Mounting Temp 220°C for 10 sec. max. 220 (8.7) 320 (12.6) 220 (8.7)
180 (7.1) 280 (11.0) 180 (7.1)

DIMENSIONS IN µm (1/1000 inch)

 

Electrical Specifications at TA = 25°C

Forward Reverse Minority Carrier
Breakdown Voltage Series Resistance Capacitance Voltage Current Lifetime
Part Number VBR (V) RS (Ω)[2] CT (pF)[1,2] VF (V) IR (nA) τ (ns)[2]
HPND- Min. Typ. Typ. Max. Typ. Max. Max. Max. Min. Typ.
4005 100 120 4.7 6.5 0.017 0.02 1.0 100 50 100
Test Conditions IR = 10 mA IF = 20 mA VR = 10 V IF= 20 mA VR = 30 V IF = 10 mA
IF = 100 MHz f = 10 GHz IR = 6 mA
Notes:
1. Total capacitance calculated from measured isolation value in a series configuration.
2. Test performed on packaged samples.

Typical Parameters
100 10,000 40

ISOLATION AT:
- 30V
10 1000 - 10V
I F - FORWARD CURRENT (mA)

30
RF RESISTANCE (OHMS)

INSERTION LOSS (dB)

ISOLATION (dB)
1 100

20 1
10 INSERTION LOSS AT:
0.1
10 mA
20 mA

50 mA
0.01 1 10 0
0.25 0.50 0.75 1.00 1.25 0.01 0.1 1 10 100 1 1 0 18
V F - FORWARD VOLTAGE (V) I F - FORWARD BIAS CURRENT (mA) FREQUENCY (GHz)

Figure 1. Typical Forward Figure 2. Typical RF Resistance vs. Figure 3. Typical Isolation and
Conduction Characteristics. Forward Bias Current. Insertion Loss in the Series
Configuration (Z O = 50 ½).

0.08

0.06
CAPACITANCE (PF)

0.04

0.02

0
0 10 20 30
REVERSE VOLTAGE (V)

Figure 4. Typical Capacitance at

10 GHz vs. Reverse Bias.
Bonding and Handling Procedures for Beam Lead Diodes
1. Storage
Under normal circumstances, storage of beam lead
diodes in Avago-supplied waffle/gel packs is sufficient.
In particularly dusty or chemically hazardous environ-
ments, storage in an inert atmosphere desiccator is
advised.
2. Handling
In order to avoid damage to beam lead devices, par-
ticular care must be exercised during inspection,
testing, and assembly. Although the beam lead diode
is designed to have exceptional lead strength, its small
size and delicate nature requires that special handling
techniques be observed so that the devices will not be
mechanically or electrically damaged. A vacuum pickup
is recommended for picking up beam lead devices, par-
ticularly larger ones, e.g., quads. Care must be exercised
to assure that the vacuum opening of the needle is suf-
ficiently small to avoid passage of the device through
the opening. A #27 tip is recommended for picking up
single beam lead devices. A 20X magnification is needed
for precise positioning of the tip on the device. Where a
vacuum pickup is not used, a sharpened wooden Q-tip
dipped in isopropyl alcohol is very commonly used to
handle beam lead devices.
3. Cleaning
For organic contamination use a warm rinse of trichlo-
roethane, or its locally approved equivalent, followed by
a cold rinse in acetone and methanol. Dry under infrared
heat lamp for 5–10 minutes on clean filter paper. Freon
degreaser, or its locally approved equivalent, may
replace trichloroethane for light organic contamination.
• Ultrasonic cleaning is not recommended.
• Acid solvents should not be used.
4. Bonding
Thermocompression: See Application Note 979 “The
Handling and Bonding of Beam Lead Devices Made
Easy”. This method is good for hard substrates only.
Wobble: This method picks up the device, places it on
the substrate and forms a thermo-compression bond all
in one operation. This is described in the latest version
of MIL-STD-883, Method 2017, and is intended for hard
substrates only.
Resistance Welding or ­Parallel-GAP Welding: To make
welding on soft substrates easier, a low pressure welding
head is recommended. Suitable equipment is available
from HUGHES, Industrial Products Division in Carlsbad,
CA.
Epoxy: With solvent free, low resistivity epoxies
(available from ABLESTIK and improvements in dispens-
ing equipment, the quality of epoxy bonds is sufficient
for many applications.
5. Lead Stress
In the process of bonding a beam lead diode, a certain
amount of “bugging” occurs. The term bugging refers
to the chip lifting away from the substrate during the
bonding process due to the deformation of the beam by
the bonding tool. This effect is beneficial as it provides
stress relief for the diode during thermal cycling of the
substrate. The coefficient of expansion of some substrate
materials, specifically soft substrates, is such that some
bugging is essential if the circuit is to be operated over
wide temperature extremes.
Thick metal clad ground planes restrict the thermal
expansion of the dielectric substrates in the X-Y axis.
The expansion of the dielectric will then be mainly
in the Z axis, which does not affect the beam lead
device. An alternate solution to the problem of dielec-
tric ground plane expansion is to heat the substrate to
the maximum required operating temperature during
the beam lead attachment. Thus, the substrate is at
maximum expansion when the device is bonded. Sub-
sequent cooling of the substrate will cause bugging,
similar to bugging in thermocompression bonding or
epoxy bonding. Other methods of bugging are pre-
forming the leads during assembly or prestressing the
substrate.
 

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HSMP-381x, 481x
Surface Mount RF PIN
Low Distortion Attenuator Diodes

Data Sheet

Description/Applications Features
The HSMP-381x series is specifically designed for low dis- x Diodes Optimized for:
tortion attenuator applications. The HSMP-481x products – Low Distortion Attenuating
feature ultra low parasitic inductance in the SOT-23 and – Microwave Frequency Operation
SOT-323 packages. They are specifically designed for use x Surface Mount Packages
at frequencies which are much higher than the upper limit
– Single and Dual Versions
for conventional diodes.
– Tape and Reel Options Available
A SPICE model is not available for PIN diodes as SPICE
x Low Failure in Time (FIT) Rate[1]
does not provide for a key PIN diode characteristic, carrier
lifetime. x Lead free

Note:
1. For more information see the Surface Mount PIN Reliability Data
Sheet.

Package Lead Code Identification, Package Lead Code Identification,

SOT-23 SOT-323
(Top View) (Top View)
SINGLE SERIES SINGLE SERIES
3 3

1 2 1 2
#0 #2 B C

COMMON COMMON COMMON COMMON

ANODE CATHODE ANODE CATHODE
3 3

1 2 1 2
#3 #4 E F
REVERSE DUAL
SERIES CATHODE DUAL CATHODE
3 3

1 2 1 2
#5 4810 481B
Absolute Maximum Ratings[1] TC = +25°C
Symbol Parameter Unit SOT-23 SOT-323
If Forward Current (1 μs Pulse) Amp 1 1
PIV Peak Inverse Voltage V Same as VBR Same as VBR
Tj Junction Temperature °C 150 150
Tstg Storage Temperature °C -65 to 150 -65 to 150
Tjc Thermal Resistance [2] °C/W 500 150

Notes:
1. Operation in excess of any one of these conditions may result in permanent damage to the device.
2. TC = +25°C, where TC is defined to be the temperature at the package pins where contact is made to the circuit board.

Electrical Specifications TC = +25°C (Each Diode)

Conventional Diodes
Minimum Maximum Maximum
Minimum Maximum Resistance Resistance Resistance Resistance
Part Package Breakdown Total at at at at
Number Marking Lead Voltage VBR Capacitance IF = 0.01mA, IF = 20mA, IF = 100mA, IF = 1mA,
HSMP- Code Code Configuration (V) CT (pF) RH (Ω) RL (Ω) RT (Ω) RM (Ω)
3810 E0 0 Single
3812 E2 2 Series
3813 E3 3 Common Anode
3814 E4 4 Common Cathode
3815 E5 5 Reverse Series 100 0.35 1500 10 3.0 48 to 70
381B E0 B Single
381C E2 C Series
381E E3 E Common Anode
381F E4 F Common Cathode
Test Conditions VR = VBR VR = 50V IF = 0.01mA IF = 20mA IF = 100mA IF = 1mA
Measure f = 1MHz f = 100MHz f = 100MHz f = 100MHz f = 100MHz
IR≤ 10uA

High Frequency (Low Inductance, 500 MHz – 3 GHz) PIN Diodes

Minimum Maximum Series Typical Maximum Typical
Part Package Breakdown Series Resistance Total Total Total
Number Marking Lead Voltage Resistance IF = 1mA, Capacitance Capacitance Inductance
HSMP- Code Code Configuration VBR (V) RS (Ω) RM (Ω) CT (pF) CT (pF) LT (nH)
4810 EB B Dual Cathode
100 3 48 - 70 0.35 0.4 1
481B EB B Dual Cathode
Test Conditions VR = VBR IF = 100mA IF = 1mA VR = 50V VR = 50V f=
Measure f= f = 100MHz f = 1MHz f = 1MHz 500MHz
IR ≤ 10μA 100MHz - 3GHz

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Typical Parameters at TC = 25°C
Total
Part Number Series Resistance Carrier Lifetime Reverse Recovery Time Capacitance
HSMP- RS (Ω) W (ns) Trr (ns) CT (pF)
381x 53 1500 300 0.27 @ 50 V
Test Conditions IF = 1 mA IF = 50 mA VR = 10 V f = 1 MHz
f = 100 MHz IR = 250 mA IF = 20 mA
90% Recovery

Typical Parameters at TC = 25°C (unless otherwise noted), Single Diode

0.45 10000 120
Diode Mounted as a

INPUT INTERCEPT POINT (dBm)

TA = +85 C
110 Series Attenuator
TA = +25 C
TOTAL CAPACITANCE (pF)

0.40 in a 50 Ohm Microstrip

RF RESISTANCE (OHMS)

1000 TA = –55 C 100 and Tested at 123 MHz

0.35
90
1 MHz
0.30 100 80

70
0.25 30 MHz
10 60
0.20
frequency>100 MHz 50

0.15 1 40
0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 0.01 0.1 1 10 100 1000 100 10
REVERSE VOLTAGE (V) IF – FORWARD BIAS CURRENT (mA) DIODE RF RESISTANCE (OHMS)
Figure 1. RF Capacitance vs. Reverse Figure 2. RF Resistance vs. Forward Figure 3. 2nd Harmonic Input
Bias. Bias Current, f = 100MHz Intercept Point vs. Diode RF
Resistance.

100
Typical Applications for Multiple Diode Products
IF – FORWARD CURRENT (mA)

VARIABLE BIAS
10

INPUT RF IN/OUT
0.1

125 C 25 C –50 C
0.01
0 0.2 0.4 0.6 0.8 1.0 1.2
VF – FORWARD VOLTAGE (mA)

Figure 4. Forward Current vs. Forward

FIXED
Voltage. BIAS
VOLTAGE

Figure 5. Four Diode π Attenuator. See Application Note 1048

for Details.
Notes:
3. Typical values were derived using limited samples during initial product characterization and may not be representative of the overall distribution.

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Typical Applications for HSMP-481x Low Inductance Series

Microstrip Series Connection for HSMP-481x Series

In order to take full advantage of the low inductance of the
HSMP-481x series when using them in series applications,
both lead 1 and lead 2 should be connected together, as
shown in Figure 7.
3

1 2
HSMP-481x

Figure 6. Internal Connections. Figure 7. Circuit Layout.

Microstrip Shunt Connections for HSMP-481x Series

In Figure 8, the center conductor of the microstrip
line is interrupted and leads 1 and 2 of the HSMP-481x
series diode are placed across the resulting gap. This forces
the 1.5 nH lead inductance of leads 1 and 2 to appear as
part of a low pass filter, reducing the shunt
parasitic inductance and increasing the maximum available
attenuation. The 0.3 nHof shunt inductance external to the
diode is created by the via holes, and is a good estimate
for 0.032" thick material. 1.5 nH 1.5 nH

50 OHM MICROSTRIP LINES

Rj 0.3 pF

0.3 nH

0.08
Rj + 2.5
PAD CONNECTED TO I b0.9 0.3 nH
GROUND BY TWO
VIA HOLES

Figure 8. Circuit Layout. Figure 9. Equivalent Circuit.

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Typical Applications for HSMP-481x Low Inductance Series (continued)

Co-Planar Waveguide Shunt Connection for HSMP-481x Equivalent Circuit Model

Series HSMP-381x Chip*
Co-Planar waveguide, with ground on the top side of the
printed circuit board, is shown in Figure 10. Since it elimi- Rs Rj
nates the need for via holes to ground, it offers lower shunt
2.5 Ω
parasitic inductance and higher maximum attenuation
when compared to microstrip circuit. Cj

RT = 2.5 + R j
Co-Planar Waveguide CT = CP + Cj 0.18 pF*
Groundplane * Measured at -20 V
80
R j = 0.9 Ω
Center Conductor I
Groundplane I = Forward Bias Current in mA
*See AN1124 for package models.

Figure 10. Circuit Layout.

Rj 0.3 pF

0.75 nH

Figure 11. Equivalent Circuit.

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Assembly Information SMT Assembly
SOT-323 PCB Footprint Reliable assembly of surface mount components is a
A recommended PCB pad layout for the miniature SOT-323 complex process that involves many material, process, and
(SC-70) package is shown in Figure 12 (dimensions are in equipment factors, including: method of heating (e.g., IR
inches). This layout provides ample allowance for package or vapor phase reflow, wave soldering, etc.) circuit board
placement by automated assembly equipment without material, conductor thickness and pattern, type of solder
adding parasitics that could impair the performance. alloy, and the thermal conductivity and thermal mass of
components. Components with a low mass, such as the
SOT-323/-23 package, will reach solder reflow tempera-
0.026
tures faster than those with a greater mass.
After ramping up from room temperature, the circuit board
with components attached to it (held in place with solder
0.079 paste) passes through one or more preheat zones. The
preheat zones increase the temperature of the board and
0.039
components to prevent thermal shock and begin evaporat-
ing solvents from the solder paste. The reflow zone briefly
0.022
elevates the temperature sufficiently to produce a reflow
Dimensions in inches of the solder.
Figure 12. Recommended PCB Pad Layout
The rates of change of temperature for the ramp-up and
for Avago’s SC70 3L/SOT-323 Products.
cool-down zones are chosen to be low enough to not
cause deformation of the board or damage to components
SOT-23 PCB Footprint due to thermal shock. The maximum temperature in the
0.039 reflow zone (TMAX) should not exceed 260°C.
0.039 1
1 These parameters are typical for a surface mount assembly
process for Avago diodes. As a general guideline, the circuit
board and components should be exposed only to the
0.079 minimum temperatures and times necessary to achieve a
2.0
uniform reflow of solder.
0.035
0.9

0.031
0.8
inches
Dimensions in
mm

Figure 13. Recommended PCB Pad Layout for Avago’s SOT-23 Products.

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Package Dimensions
Outline 23 (SOT-23) Outline SOT-323 (SC-70)

e2 e1

e1

E E1
XXX
E E1
XXX
e
L

e B C
L

D DIMENSIONS (mm)
B C
SYMBOL MIN. MAX.
A 0.80 1.00
D DIMENSIONS (mm)
A A1 0.00 0.10
SYMBOL MIN. MAX. B 0.15 0.40
A 0.79 1.20 C 0.08 0.25
A1 0.000 0.100 A1 D 1.80 2.25
A B 0.30 0.54 E1 1.10 1.40
C 0.08 0.20 e 0.65 typical
D 2.73 3.13 Notes: e1 1.30 typical
A1
E1 1.15 1.50 XXX-package marking E 1.80 2.40
e 0.89 1.02 Drawings are not to scale L 0.26 0.46
e1 1.78 2.04
Notes: e2 0.45 0.60
XXX-package marking E 2.10 2.70
Drawings are not to scale L 0.45 0.69

Package Characteristics
Lead Material .................................................... Copper (SOT-323); Alloy 42 (SOT-23)
Lead Finish ......................................................................... Tin 100% (Lead-free option)
Maximum Soldering Temperature ............................................ 260°C for 5 seconds
Minimum Lead Strength........................................................................... 2 pounds pull
Typical Package Inductance ...................................................................................... 2 nH
Typical Package Capacitance ..............................................0.08 pF (opposite leads)

Ordering Information
Specify part number followed by option. For example:
HSMP - 381x - XXX

Bulk or Tape and Reel Option

Part Number; x = Lead Code
Surface Mount PIN

Option Descriptions
-BLKG = Bulk, 100 pcs. per antistatic bag
-TR1G = Tape and Reel, 3000 devices per 7" reel
-TR2G = Tape and Reel, 10,000 devices per 13" reel
Tape and Reeling conforms to Electronic Industries RS-481, “Taping of Surface
Mounted Components for Automated Placement.”

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Device Orientation
For Outlines SOT-23/323
TOP VIEW END VIEW
REEL
4 mm

8 mm
ABC ABC ABC ABC
CARRIER
TAPE

USER Note: "AB" represents package marking code.

FEED "C" represents date code.
DIRECTION
COVER TAPE

Tape Dimensions and Product Orientation

For Outline SOT-23
P D P2

E
P0

D1
t1

9 MAX Ko 8 MAX 13.5 MAX

A0 B0

DESCRIPTION SYMBOL SIZE (mm) SIZE (INCHES)

CAVITY LENGTH A0 3.15 ± 0.10 0.124 ± 0.004
WIDTH B0 2.77 ± 0.10 0.109 ± 0.004
DEPTH K0 1.22 ± 0.10 0.048 ± 0.004
PITCH P 4.00 ± 0.10 0.157 ± 0.004
BOTTOM HOLE DIAMETER D1 1.00 + 0.05 0.039 ± 0.002
PERFORATION DIAMETER D 1.50 + 0.10 0.059 + 0.004
PITCH P0 4.00 ± 0.10 0.157 ± 0.004
POSITION E 1.75 ± 0.10 0.069 ± 0.004

CARRIER TAPE WIDTH W 8.00 + 0.30 - 0.10 0.315 + 0.012 - 0.004

THICKNESS t1 0.229 ± 0.013 0.009 ± 0.0005

DISTANCE CAVITY TO PERFORATION F 3.50 ± 0.05 0.138 ± 0.002

BETWEEN (WIDTH DIRECTION)
CENTERLINE CAVITY TO PERFORATION P2 2.00 ± 0.05 0.079 ± 0.002
(LENGTH DIRECTION)

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Tape Dimensions and Product Orientation
For Outline SOT-323
P D P2

P0

F
W
C

D1
t1 (CARRIER TAPE THICKNESS) Tt (COVER TAPE THICKNESS)

An K0 An

A0 B0

DESCRIPTION SYMBOL SIZE (mm) SIZE (INCHES)

CAVITY LENGTH A0 2.40 ± 0.10 0.094 ± 0.004
WIDTH B0 2.40 ± 0.10 0.094 ± 0.004
DEPTH K0 1.20 ± 0.10 0.047 ± 0.004
PITCH P 4.00 ± 0.10 0.157 ± 0.004
BOTTOM HOLE DIAMETER D1 1.00 + 0.25 0.039 + 0.010
PERFORATION DIAMETER D 1.55 ± 0.05 0.061 ± 0.002
PITCH P0 4.00 ± 0.10 0.157 ± 0.004
POSITION E 1.75 ± 0.10 0.069 ± 0.004

CARRIER TAPE WIDTH W 8.00 ± 0.30 0.315 ± 0.012

THICKNESS t1 0.254 ± 0.02 0.0100 ± 0.0008
COVER TAPE WIDTH C 5.4 ± 0.10 0.205 ± 0.004
TAPE THICKNESS Tt 0.062 ± 0.001 0.0025 ± 0.00004
DISTANCE CAVITY TO PERFORATION F 3.50 ± 0.05 0.138 ± 0.002
(WIDTH DIRECTION)
CAVITY TO PERFORATION P2 2.00 ± 0.05 0.079 ± 0.002
(LENGTH DIRECTION)
ANGLE FOR SOT-323 (SC70-3 LEAD) An 8 C MAX
FOR SOT-363 (SC70-6 LEAD) 10 C MAX

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The dielectric constant versus temperature of
RO3000 series materials is very stable (Charts 1
and 2). These materials exhibit a coefficient of
thermal expansion (CTE) in the X and Y axis of 17
ppm/oC. This expansion coefficient is matched to
that of copper, which allows the material to exhibit
excellent dimensional stability, with typical etch
shrinkage (after etch and bake) of less than 0.5
mils per inch. The Z-axis CTE is 24 ppm/ C, which
provides exceptional plated through-hole reliability,
even in severe thermal environments.
RO3000® series laminates can be fabricated
into printed circuit boards using standard PTFE
circuit board processing techniques, with minor
modifications as described in the application note
“Fabrication Guidelines for RO3000® Series High
Frequency Circuit Materials.”
Available claddings are ½ , 1 or 2 oz./ft2 (17, 35, 70
μm thick) electrodeposited copper foil.
RO3000® laminates are manufactured under an ISO
9002 certified system.
 Chart 1: RO3003™ Laminate Dielectric Constant vs. Temperature

The data in Chart 1 demon-

strates the excellent stability
of dielectric constant over tem-
perature for RO3003™––- lami-
nates, including the elimination
of the step change in dielectric
constant, which occurs near
room temperature with PTFE
glass materials.

Chart 2: RO3006™ and RO3010™ Laminate Dielectric Constant vs. Temperature

The data in Chart 2 shows the

change in dielectric constant
vs. temperature for RO3006™
and RO3010™ laminates. These
materials exhibit significant
improvement in temperature
stability of dielectric constant
when compared to other high
dielectric constant PTFE lami-
nates.

Chart 3: Dielectric Constant vs. Frequency for RO3000® Series Laminate

Chart 3 demonstrates the sta-

bility of dielectric constant for
RO3000® series products over
frequency. This stability simpli-
fies the design of broad- band
components as well as allow-
ing the materials to be used in
a wide range of applications
over a very broad range of
frequencies.

The data in Charts 1, 2 and 3 was produced using a modified IPC-TM-650, 2.5.5.5 method. For additional information request Rogers
T.R. 5156 and T.M. 4924.
 Typical Values RO3000 Series High Frequency Laminates
PROPERTY TYPICAL VALUE (1)
DIRECTION UNIT CONDITION TEST METHOD
RO3003 RO3006 RO3010

Dielectric Constant εr 3.00±0.04(2) 6.15±0.15 10.2±0.30 Z - 10GHz 23°C IPC-TM-650

2.5.5.5

Dissipation Factor 0.0013 0.0020 0.0023 Z - 10GHz 23°C IPC-TM-650

2.5.5.5

Thermal Coefficient 13 -160 -280 Z ppm/°C 10GHz 0-100°C IPC-TM-650

of εr 2.5.5.5

Dimensional Stability 0.5 0.5 0.5 X,Y mm/m COND A ASTM D257

Volume Resistivity 107 103 103 MΩ•cm COND A IPC 2.5.17.1

Surface Resistivity 107 103 103 MΩ COND A IPC 2.5.17.1

Tensile Modulus 2068 2068 2068 X,Y MPa 23°C ASTM D638
(300) (300) (300) (kpsi)

Water Absorption <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 - % D24/23 IPC-TM-650

2.6.2.1

Specific Heat 0.93 0.93 0.93 J/g/K Calculated

(0.22) (0.22) (0.22) (BTU/lb/°F)

Thermal Conductivity 0.50 0.61 0.66 - W/m/K 100°C ASTM C518

Coefficient of Thermal 17 17 17 X,Y ppm/°C -55 to 288°C ASTM D3386-94

Expansion 24 24 24 Z

Td 500 500 500 °C TGA ASTM D 3850

Color Tan Tan Off White

Density 2.1 2.6 3.0 gm/cm3

Copper Peel Strength 3.1 2.1 2.4 N/mm After solder IPC-TM-2.4.8
(17.6) (12.2) (13.4) (lb/in) float

Flammability 94V-0 94V-0 94V-0 UL

Lead Free Process

Capatible Yes Yes Yes

(1) References: Internal T.R.’s 1430, 2224, 2854. Tests at 23°C unless otherwise noted. Typical values should not be used for specification
limits.
(2) The nominal dielectric constant of an 0.060” thick RO3003® laminate as measured by the IPC-TM-650, 2.5.5.5 will be 3.02, due to the
elimination of biasing caused by air gaps in the test fixture. For further information refer to Rogers T.R. 5242.

STANDARD THICKNESS: STANDARD PANEL SIZE: STANDARD COPPER CLADDING:

RO3003: RO3006/3010: RO3003: ½ oz. (17μm), 1 oz. (35μm),

0.005” (0.13 mm) 0.005”(0.13 mm) 12” X 18” (305 X 457mm) 2 oz. (70μm) electrodeposited copper foil.
0.010” (0.25 mm) 0.010”(0.25 mm) 24” X 18” (610 X 457mm)
0.020” (0.50 mm) 0.025”(0.64 mm) 24” X 36” (610 X 915mm)
0.030” (0.75 mm) 0.050”(1.28 mm)
0.060” (1.52 mm) RO3006/3010:
18” X 12” (457 X 305mm)
18” X 24” (457 X 610mm)
18” X 36” (457 X 915mm)
18” X 48” (457 X 1.224m)
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does not create any warranties express or implied, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose or that
the results shown on this data sheet will be achieved by a user for a particular purpose. The user should determine the suitability of
Rogers’ circuit material laminates for each application.

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