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RO3003, RO3035 and RO3203 low dielectric constant laminate materials now have rolled copper cladding options. Smooth rolled copper, paired with the low dielectric loss of RO3000 PTFE-ceramic resin system, reportedly results in high-frequency circuit materials with excellent insertion loss. Materials are ideal for loss-critical mm-wave frequency designs. RO3003 3.0 dielectric constant laminates are now available with rolled copper foils from 0.5oz up to 0.040” thick rolled copper plate.

Rogers Corp., www.rogerscorp.com

Sarcon SPG-20B thermal interface compound is a low-viscosity thermally conductive silicone. Delivers thermal conductivity of 2.1 W/m°K and a thermal resistance of 1.8°C cm²/W. When applied between a heat-generating component and a nearby heat sink or spreader, the material reportedly fills all gaps to improve cooling performance. Requires no heat curing; does not cause corrosion on metal surfaces, and maintains initial properties across a temperature range of -40° to + 150°C. Has vibration absorption.

Fujipoly America, www.fujipoly.com

EPD v8.2 includes netlist capture upgrades such as accurately capturing irregular shape component bondpads, captures clips and heatslugs in leadframes. Supports AutoCAD version 2015 and BricsCAD v. 14.2. Improved 3D Bondwire clearance checking technology works on 3D EPD-created JEDEC wires.

CAD Design Software, a Division of CAD Design Services, cad-design.com/support/epd82releasenotes.html

ProtoLaser LDI is a high-res, table top laser direct imaging system for prototyping on resist-covered substrates. Has a software-selectable 1 or 3µm laser beam spot. Has a working area of nearly 4" x 4". Is for creating ultrafine features required by the microfluidic and MEMS industry. Activates UV resist-covered substrates from CAD. Can be used on a variety of substrates.

LPKF, www.lpkf.com

25X Measuring Microscope Pen is a pocket-sized microscope with measuring reticle for precision measurements. Is for inspecting defects and measuring conductor and pad widths, plated holes, and other tiny features and components on circuit boards. Field of view is 3.3 mm, with a scale division of 0.05 mm.

CircuitMedic, http://www.circuitmedic.com/parts/115-3115.shtml

GT32 Series high-speed 1.5mm pitch connector employs pin-in-hole intrusive reflow method to improve PCB retention force and enable a one-time reflow process with other SMT components. Features positive locking structure that prevents partial locking, incomplete engagement and accidental disengagement. Offers enhanced EMI shielding and low near-end crosstalk. Supports LVDS, USB3.0 and HDMI 1.4a Type E, and comes in several versions including a 4-position model with transmission speeds up to 3Gbps/pair, a 10-position version with transmission speeds up to 5Gbps/pair, and a 19-position model with transmission speeds up to 2Gbps/pair. Resists vibration, physical and thermal shock (1000 cycles from -40° to +85°C), sulfur dioxide and heat up to 105°C. Lock strength 98 N. RoHS and ELV compliant. Rated voltage 30V AC, rated current of 1A, contact resistance 30m ohms maximum (shielded), and insulation resistance 100M ohms minimum at 500V DC.

Hirose, www.hirose.com/us