EDI CON USA 2018

Design of Edge-Launch Connectors and Formulation for Board Laminates for up to 110-GHz Applications (Room 203)

17 Oct 18
2:25 PM - 2:55 PM

Tracks: RF & MW Design/Workflow

Speaker(s): Eric Gebhard, Vice President, Signal Microwave; Svetlana Sejas Garcia, SI Engineer, Isola Group

In response to demands for high quality 1.0 mm connectors; Signal Microwave and Isola partnered developed 110 GHz boards and 1.0 mm connectors. Isola formulated a high performance laminate presenting low dielectric loss. Simultaneously, Signal Microwave designed a 1.0 mm edge launch connector exhibiting low reflections. This presentation will highlight the connector design, board formulation, and testing.