For almost 40 years, E-Fab has been providing precision manufactured microwave products, including carriers. Electronic carriers are used in microwave hybrid circuits, which consist of several interconnected microwave devices that achieve the desired transmission of a microwave signal. They are used anytime ceramic substrates need to be die attached to microwave housing or heatsinks with minimal stress over a wide temperature range.
The mechanical and thermal properties of material components play a key role in the design and assembly of microwave hybrid and power circuits. We use a unique combination of photochemical machining and finishing to create high-quality carriers that prevent thermal damage to heat-sensitive components. Because thermal management is a critical element of microwave power circuit design, we fabricate photo-etched carriers to meet exacting customer specifications. These high-performing carriers offer superior material stability and uniform thermal expansion characteristics to meet critical thermal parameters.
As an ISO 9001:2015 certified company, E-Fab combines industry expertise and metal fabrication techniques to manufacture ultra‑precise carriers. From prototype to production, we can manufacture electronic carriers in the most intricate shapes, complex part geometries, and the smallest of sizes with extremely tight tolerances and high repeatability.
Our photochemical machining (PCM) process allows us to etch both extremely thin or thick materials without changing the physical properties of the metal substrate. Thus, we can repeatedly fabricate stress-free carriers without distortions, burrs, or sharp edges to increase their reliability and performance. We also offer plating and forming services to add further value to our carriers. For example, we can gold plate carriers to enhance conductivity and protection in high‑temperature applications for longer-lasting and reliable connection.
The following are some of the benefits E-Fab offers for designing and manufacturing photo-electronic carriers:
E-Fab specializes in photochemical machining and etching microwave carriers in metals including Kovar and Brass. Both materials are ideal for photo-etching carriers because they offer low thermal conductivity, uniform thermal expansion, and precision flatness capabilities. Our microwave carriers are typically designed on substrate thicknesses from 0.015 inches to 0.040 inches.
We can prototype and produce custom photo-etched electronic carriers from the following materials:
Carriers are used in a wide range of applications and industries. For years E-Fab has made carriers to be used in the mission-critical applications such as flight control and navigation systems in the aerospace and defense industries. The following are some of the industries that employ our high-quality carriers:
We have the resources and capabilities to take on challenging projects. Our engineering team doesn’t stop until the parts and services meet your specifications and perform as expected.
Our experience and ability to think creatively, have made E-Fab a trusted partner to our customers and leading custom copper busbar supplier. Contact us today to request a quote for your project.
We are an expert team of engineers, manufacturers, and quality assurance specialists that deliver precision parts with ultimate accuracy. We serve technology companies, defense contractors, medical equipment manufacturers, and innovators from our Santa Clara, California headquarters.
We’d love to hear about your challenges and answer your questions. Reach out, and let’s get it done.
1075 Richard Avenue
Santa Clara, CA 95050
1009 Timothy Drive
San Jose, CA 95133
Main Phone: (408) 727-5218
Fax: (408) 988-3342
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