Industry-leading RF and microwave laminates for high-frequency PCB design. From cost-effective RO4350B to ultra-low-loss RT/duroid 5880, find the right Rogers material for your application.
±0.05 vs ±0.15 for FR-4
Df from 0.0009 to 0.004
Consistent Dk from MHz to mmWave
Prevents environmental detuning
Thermoset
Most popular Rogers material. FR-4 processable, excellent balance of performance and manufacturability.
Thermoset
Lower loss than RO4350B. Better for higher frequency applications.
Ceramic-filled PTFE
Ultra-low loss for demanding mmWave applications. PTFE-based.
Glass-reinforced PTFE
Industry standard for lowest loss. The reference for high-performance RF.
Ceramic-filled PTFE
Low Dk with excellent dimensional stability. Good mechanical properties.
Ceramic-filled PTFE
High Dk for miniaturization. Allows smaller antennas and filters.
Cellular, WiFi, GPS. Best cost/performance ratio.
Ku-band, point-to-point, lower loss needed.
Ka-band, 5G mmWave, automotive radar.
77 GHz radar, 60 GHz WiGig, V-band.
24/77 GHz, high temp stability, ADAS.
Base stations, small cells, phased arrays.
Mil-spec, space-qualified, extreme reliability.
Consumer electronics, IoT with RF sections.
Rogers materials offer: (1) Tight Dk tolerance (±0.05 vs ±0.15 for FR-4) for predictable impedance, (2) Much lower Df (0.002-0.004 vs 0.02) reducing insertion loss, (3) Stable Dk vs frequency for broadband designs, (4) Lower moisture absorption preventing detuning in humid environments.
Thermoset Rogers (RO4000 series) can be processed like FR-4 - drilled, plated, and laminated using standard equipment. PTFE-based materials (RT/duroid, RO3000) require specialized processing: plasma treatment for adhesion, specific drill parameters, and modified plating chemistry. Thermosets are easier to manufacture but have higher loss than PTFE.
RO4350B is specifically designed to use standard FR-4 fabrication processes. Use standard drill bits (carbide), normal plating chemistry, and conventional lamination parameters. No special surface treatment is needed. This makes it the most fab-friendly Rogers material.
RT/duroid 5880 with its Dk of 2.2 and Df of 0.0009 is reserved for the most demanding applications: mmWave frequencies (60-77 GHz+), very long RF trace lengths, ultra-low noise receivers, or space/military where loss is critical. It's expensive and requires specialized processing.
Yes, hybrid stackups are common and cost-effective. Use Rogers for RF signal layers (outer or specific inner layers) and FR-4 for power/ground planes and low-speed digital. Ensure compatible Tg values and work with a fab experienced in hybrid builds to manage CTE mismatches.