Metal matrix composite.
AlSiC (Aluminum Silicon Carbide) metal matrix composite Metal matrix composite
A material in which a continuous metallic phase (the matrix) is combined with another phase (the reinforcement) that constitutes a few percent to around 50% of the material's total volume. for
optoelectronic housings and lids enables a tailored CTE (Coefficient of Thermal Expansion) The difference between the way two materials expand when heat is applied. This is very critical when chips are mounted to printed circuit boards, because the silicon chip expands at a different rate than the plastic board. , offering
compatibility with various electronic devices and assemblies. Unlike
traditional housing materials, the isotropic Refers to properties that do not differ no matter which direction is measured. For example, an isotropic antenna radiates almost the same power in all directions. In practice, antennas cannot be 100% isotropic. CTE value of AlSiC can be
adjusted for specific applications by modifying the
Al-metal/SiC-particulate ratio. CTE matching capabilities ensure
alignment and precision.
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