G10 Fiberglass FR4 Glass Epoxy Machining Services

 

Also known as G10 fiberglass, FR4 glass epoxy, or FR4 glass fabric, G10/FR4 electrical grade epoxy resin exhibits extremely high strength, dimensional stability, and creep resistance, even at high temperatures. This composite material is commonly used for PCBs (printed circuit boards), insulators in electromechanical devices, and other similar applications. G10 fiberglass is notoriously difficult to machine, but Upland Fab has the skills, experience, and technology to produce high precision parts and components from this unique material.

 

G10/FR4 Electrical Grade Epoxy Resin

A type of phenolic laminate, FR4 glass epoxy is produced by applying heat and pressure to multiple layers of disparate specialty materials which have been impregnated with synthetic thermosetting resins. The heat and pressure polymerizes the individual layers into a single, laminated material.

 

Like other phenolic laminates, G10/FR4 electrical grade epoxy resin is extremely strong and stiff. FR4 glass fabric also exhibits a low coefficient of thermal expansion and outstanding electrical properties, making it an ideal material for electronic and electromechanical components. It is flame retardant and, with very low moisture absorption, is well-suited to use in high-humidity environments, and one of our most trusted laminate products we work with.

 

We also work extensively with G11 epoxy resin.

 

Precision Machining of G10 Fiberglass Parts

As noted, G10 fiberglass is very difficult to machine with precision. Upland Fab uses advanced multi-axis machining systems with special tools that enable us to deliver G10 fiberglass parts with exceptional precision, tight tolerances, and perfect repeatability. Our CNC machining technology allows us to manufacture parts with minimal handling and fixturing requirements; in many cases, even highly complex parts can be completed in a single operation.

 

We use DPD/MBD processes (Digital Product Definition/Model-Based Definition) that enable us to work directly from your CAD models. By working straight from your digital design files, we can eliminate machining errors and improve accuracy. The end result? More precise and cost-effective parts.

 

G10 Fiberglass Part: Top View

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Other Materials We Work With

Are you looking for another material? We have the ability to machine many different materials take a look below at some of the other plastics we work with. 

 



Are you interested in taking a deeper look into which material you should be using? Contact us and we'll be happy to personally connect with you and discuss your application in more detail! 

 

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We are industry leaders in FR4 glass epoxy machining. Request a quote to get started on your project, or contact us to find out what we can do for you.

 

Properties of FR4 Glass Epoxy

ASTM or UL test Property G-3 G-5/G-9 G-7 G-10 G-11
  PHYSICAL          
D792 Density (lb/in³)
(g/cm³)
0.065
1.80
0.067
1.85
0.065
1.80
0.065
1.80
0.065
1.80
D570 Water Absorption, 24 hrs (%) 2.65 0.60 0.10 0.10 0.20
  MECHANICAL          
D638 Tensile Strength (psi)
-lengthwise
42,000
34,000
61,600
51,100
20,000
-
45,000
38,000
43,000
37,000
D790 Flexural Strength (psi)
-lengthwise
-crosswise
40,500
34,000
61,600
51,100
30,000
-
75,000
65,000
80,000
70,000
D790 Flexural Modulus (Kpsi)
-lengthwise
-crosswise
1,800
1,400
2,000
1,700
1,600
-
2,700
2,400
3,000
2,700
D256 IZOD Notched Impact (ft-lb/in)
-lengthwise
-crosswise
12.0
11.0
12.5
8.5
13.0
-
14.0
12.0
12.0
9.0
D695 Compressive Strength (psi) 55,000 65,000 50,000 65,000 63,000
D785 Hardness, Rockwell M M110 M115 M105 M110 M112
  THERMAL          
D696 Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion
(x 10-5 in./in./°F)
-lengthwise
-crosswise
0.83
1.00
0.83
1.00
0.72
0.90
0.55
0.66
0.72
0.83
- Max Operating Temp (°F / °C) 340 / 170 285 / 140 430 / 220 284 / 140 329 / 165
C177 Thermal Conductivity
(BTU-in/ft²-hr-°F)
(x 10-4 cal/cm-sec-°C)
2.0
7.0
2.0
7.0
2.0
7.0
2.0
7.0
2.0
7.0
UL94 Flammability Rating H-B V-0 H-B H-B H-B
  ELECTRICAL          
D149 Dielectric Strength (V/mil) short time, 1/8" thick 460 300 350 800 900
D150 Dielectric Constant at 1 MHz 7.3 6.3 4.5 5.0 4.5
D150 Dissipation Factor at 1 MHz 0.023 0.019 0.018 0.019 0.020
D495 Arc Resistance (sec) 180 180 240 100 120

[G10/FR4 material chart]

 

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