Surface-mount and through-hole SAW resonators for frequency control applications
Manufacturer： ['murata', 'rfm']
# RO3104 Product Series Introduction
## Overview
The RO3104 product series represents a cutting - edge offering in the field of high - performance materials, specifically engineered to meet the diverse and demanding requirements of modern electronic applications. Renowned for its exceptional electrical and mechanical properties, RO3104 has become a go - to choice for designers and engineers across various industries.
## Key Features
### Electrical Properties
- **Low Dielectric Constant (Dk)**: The RO3104 series exhibits a stable and low dielectric constant. This characteristic is crucial in high - frequency applications as it helps to minimize signal loss and maintain signal integrity. With a precisely controlled Dk value, the material ensures consistent electrical performance, which is essential for the reliable operation of high - speed circuits.
- **Low Dissipation Factor (Df)**: A low dissipation factor is another highlight of the RO3104 series. It indicates that the material can efficiently convert electrical energy into useful work rather than dissipating it as heat. In high - frequency circuits, this property reduces power losses, improves overall efficiency, and helps in maintaining the stability of the system.
- **High Frequency Performance**: The RO3104 materials are optimized for high - frequency operation. They can handle frequencies well into the microwave and millimeter - wave ranges, making them suitable for applications such as 5G communication systems, radar systems, and satellite communication. The excellent electrical properties at high frequencies ensure that the signals are transmitted with minimal distortion and attenuation.
### Mechanical Properties
- **Good Flexibility**: Despite its high - performance electrical characteristics, the RO3104 series offers a certain degree of flexibility. This makes it suitable for applications where the material needs to be bent or formed into specific shapes, such as in flexible printed circuit boards (PCBs) or conformal antennas.
- **High Tensile Strength**: The material has a high tensile strength, which means it can withstand mechanical stress and strain without breaking or deforming easily. This property is important in applications where the PCB or component may be subject to handling, vibration, or other mechanical forces during assembly, installation, or operation.
- **Thermal Stability**: RO3104 materials exhibit excellent thermal stability. They can maintain their mechanical and electrical properties over a wide range of temperatures. This is crucial in applications where the components may be exposed to high - temperature environments, such as in automotive electronics or industrial control systems.
## Applications
### Telecommunications
- **5G Base Stations**: In 5G base stations, the RO3104 series is used in the design of high - performance antennas and RF circuits. Its low Dk and Df values help to improve the antenna gain and reduce signal losses, enabling better coverage and higher data transfer rates.
- **Mobile Devices**: The flexibility and high - frequency performance of RO3104 make it suitable for use in mobile devices. It can be used in the design of internal antennas and RF modules, helping to enhance the wireless communication capabilities of smartphones, tablets, and other portable devices.
### Aerospace and Defense
- **Radar Systems**: Radar systems require materials with excellent high - frequency performance and stability. The RO3104 series is used in the construction of radar antennas and RF components, where it helps to improve the accuracy and reliability of the radar system.
- **Satellite Communication**: In satellite communication systems, the RO3104 materials are used in the design of satellite antennas and communication modules. Their ability to operate at high frequencies and withstand the harsh space environment makes them an ideal choice for these critical applications.
### Automotive Electronics
- **Automotive Radar**: With the increasing adoption of advanced driver - assistance systems (ADAS), automotive radar has become an essential component. The RO3104 series is used in automotive radar sensors, providing high - performance electrical