RF and Microwave Circuits

LPKF circuit board plotters are ideal for producing high-precision RF and microwave circuits on PTFE-based substrates like RT/duroid®.
 
Specially developed milling tools provide high geometrical accuracy and steep, sharp cutting edges for track side walls, as well as minimum and uniform material removal on all standard RF and microwave substrates.

Since time to market and design integrity are critical factors for companies developing RF or microwave circuits, LPKF plotters provide a competitive edge by supplying fast turnaround times and custom solutions. Producing a prototype circuit in-house with a LPKF plotter, rather than employing an outside subcontractor and resorting to a chemical etching process, also helps protect your intellectual property without resorting to potentially hazardous chemicals.

Most high-frequency designs are an iterative process, so the ability to produce a prototype in minutes gives you rapid turnaround time for modifications. Waiting several days for an etched board forces you to set a design aside until the new circuit boards arrive from the outside provider. The accumulated down time can become a substantial burden for a fast-track project.

RF Board Examples