Looking for the best metal core PCBs? Hitech Circuits offers superior aluminum and copper PCB solutions for LED lighting, automotive, telecom, and other demanding applications. With over 10 years of experience, we provide optimized thermal management, increased power density, and maximum durability.
As the best metal core PCB manufacturer, our product withstands extreme temperatures to keep components cool even at high power levels. Get the most out of your designs with flexible, high-quality, custom-fabricated metal-core PCBs to your specifications.
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Metal core printed circuit boards (PCBs) are vital in applications requiring high heat dissipation. Their enhanced thermal efficiency enables greater power densities while keeping components cool for increased durability. Metal core PCBs also facilitate driving components harder and shaping/forming the circuits. This makes them ideal solutions for the LED lighting industry.
The lighting sector has evolved tremendously with the help of advanced PCB technologies for superior lumen output. Cost-effective aluminum-backed PCBs in particular, enable the creation of affordable high-performance lighting set-ups. Several advantages make PCBs perfectly suited for LED lighting:
Metal core PCBs like aluminum-backed ones offer the best balance between thermal performance and cost. The metal core enables dissipation of heat more efficiently, increasing component life.
By keeping components cooler even at higher power inputs, metal core PCBs facilitate greater power densities within smaller hardware footprints.
The improved cooling capacity provided by metal core PCBs also allows modules and components to be driven at higher operating limits for increased durability and performance.
Our metal core PCBs can be shaped, drilled, or formed as per application requirements, adding great flexibility. Contact our metal core PCB manufacturer and share your requirements.
Aluminum base copper clad laminate, the raw material for metal core PCBs, has three key layers:
This layer with copper thickness from 1-10oz is equivalent to the copper layer in regular PCB laminates.Dielectric Insulation Layer
With a thickness ranging from 0.003” to 0.006”, this special material provides electrical insulation between the circuit and the metal base. It has low thermal resistance for heat transfer and UL certification for safety.
Usually made of aluminum or copper, this thick metal layer enables heat dissipation from the PCB to the surroundings.
Greatly enhanced thermal management through improved heat spreading and dissipation
Optimal balance of thermal performance vs. cost
Withstands high temperatures and power levels reliably
Some common varieties of metal core PCBs offered are:
These PCBs have 3mm aluminum base thickness, 1 oz copper layer, and special thermal dielectric material with thermal conductivity of 3W/mK.
These allow greater circuit complexity with aluminum thickness from 0.8mm to 3.8mm. Additional coatings like solder or scratch resistance can be applied.
Offering Bergquist aluminum metal core PCB with exceptional 2.4W/mk thermal conductivity for demanding applications.
Special high thermal conductivity aluminum PCBs designed specifically for high-power LED lighting setups.
Fully customized aluminum or copper PCBs fabricated per specific application requirements
As the best metal core PCB manufacturer, we design and develop our products with the ability to handle high power densities. Our metal core PCBs are significant for LED lighting and other heat-generating electronics applications. With various options available, designers now have abundant choices to create efficient and durable systems in compact form factors at optimized costs.
Browse our products and call our experts at +86-755-29970700 to make an informed decision. We will gladly help you with your needs.
LED lighting, automotive electronics, telecom infrastructure, and other high-power electronics utilize metal-core PCBs for their thermal performance. They are ideal for applications that generate significant heat.
Aluminum and copper are the most common base layer metals used. Aluminum provides the best balance of thermal conductivity and cost. Copper offers the highest performance for the most demanding applications.
Consider the required power levels, operating temperatures, component spacing, board thickness, dielectric material, base metal choice, weight limitations, and special thermal needs. Share your requirements with the PCB manufacturer.
Yes, metal core PCBs can be fabricated in different shapes, with various drilling/routing patterns, edge treatments, coatings, and other customizations per specific design needs.
Contact our engineering team to discuss your project requirements. We will provide design recommendations, pricing, and manufacturing timelines to deliver high-quality custom metal core PCBs tailored to your application.
Prototypes can be delivered in 2-4 days. Production lead times range from 2-4 weeks, depending on order quantity and customization. We can meet urgent delivery needs.