Product Introduction of FR-4 material :
Fiber glass epoxy FR4 sheet is a composite material composed of woven fiberglass cloth with an epoxy resin binder that is flame resistant (self-extinguishing) UL94-V0.
"FR" stands for flame retardant, and denotes that the material complies with the standard UL94V-0.
FR-4 sheet is a popular and versatile high-pressure thermal plastic laminate grade with very excellent strength to weight ratios.
With near zero water absorption, fiber glass epoxy sheet is most commonly used as an electrical insulator machining considerable mechanical strength. The material is known to retain its high mechanical values and electrical insulating
qualities in both dry and humid conditions. The long working temperature of this material is F class , it means continue working temperature is 155℃.These attributes along with good fabrication characteristics, lend utility to this
grade for a wide variety of electrical and mechanical applications.
Feature of FR-4 material as below
* High mechanical & electrical strength
* Excellent rigidity & dimensional stability
* Excellent dielectric properties
* Low water absorption
* Flame resistance ,UL94-V0
* Tighter thickness tolerance
* Flat and straight sheet
* Smooth and clean surface.
* Easy to machine by CNC , such as drill holes or grinded .
Hong Cheng Grade | HC-FR-4 | |||
IEC 893/EN 60893 Grade | EPGC 202 | |||
ANSI (NEMA) Grade NEMA LI-1 | FR-4 | |||
DIN 7735 | Hgw2372.1 | |||
JIS GRADE | EL-GEF | |||
Item | Test method | Unit | Typical Values | |
Physical Properties | Color | Visual inspection | - | Light green / yellow |
Specific Gravity | IEC 60893-2:2003 | g/cm3 | 1.90 - 2.15 | |
Water absorption | ISO 62:2008 | % | <0.3 | |
Electrical Properties | Electric strength ┴ | IEC 60893-2:2003 | KV/mm | ≥ 14(3.0mm) |
Breakdown Voltage // | IEC 60893-2:2003 | KV | ≥ 60 | |
Volume Resistivity | IEC 60093:1980 | Ω.m | ≥ 1.0×1012 | |
Surface Resistivity | IEC 60093:1980 | Ω | ≥ 1.0×1014 | |
(1 MHZ) Dielectric constant | IEC 60893-2:2003 | ﹍ | 4.0-5.5 | |
(1MHZ)Dissipation Factor | IEC 60893-2:2003 | ﹍ | 0.04-0.05 | |
Proof Tracking Index PTI | IEC 60893-2:2003 | V | ≥ 200 | |
Insulation resistance after immersion 24Hrs in Water | IEC 60893-2:2003 | Ω | ≥ 5×1010 | |
Mechanical Properties | Flexural Strength ┴ | IEC 60893-2:2003 | MPa | ≥ 340 |
Charpy Impact strength // | IEC 60893-2:2003 | KJ/m2 | ≥60 | |
TensileStrength | IEC 60893-2:2003 | MPa | ≥300 | |
//Bond Strength // | IEC 60893-3-4:2003 | N | ≥8000 | |
Compressive Strength┴ | IEC 60893-2:2003 | MPa | ≥ 350 | |
Flame Resistance Properties | Flame resistance | IEC 60893-2:2003 | ﹍ | V-0 |
Temperature Index | IEC 60085:2004 | ℃ | 155 | |
Toxicant Content | E662 | ﹍ | Low | |
Others | Acetone Resistance | boiled | Min | 30(OK) |
Application of FR-4 material
Epoxy sheet FR-4 with the good properties on mechanical & electrical , this material is widely used high-end insulation parts machining , FPC (flexible printed circuit-board) reinforcement sheet, air gap , cover and base of transformer . planetary wheel, transformer insulation baffle, LV&MV voltage switch, precision test fixture, carbon film printing, electronic insulation parts, gasket,washer,various water sports equipment and blade-tool handle materials.
If the color of epoxy sheet is yellow , it has the good property on ageing resistant . Usually , it was used in out door electrical equipment . Out door with direct solar radiation , the normal material will be accelerated aging.