Understanding Laminates by Circuitronix Quiz

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What is the default material for the Metal Base in an Insulated Metal Substrate (IMS)?

  • Stainless steel
  • FR4
  • Aluminium (correct)
  • Copper

When is Copper selected as the Metal Base material in an IMS?

  • When CTE may be an issue
  • When electrical contact to the base is required
  • When better thermal conductivity is needed
  • All of the above (correct)

What is a key factor in selecting the IMS material according to the text?

  • Unit price (correct)
  • Country of origin
  • Color
  • Weight

Which of the following manufacturers is NOT listed as a manufacturer of IMS in the given text?

<p>Kyocera (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Compared to FR4 materials, IMS offers better heat dissipation due to what factor?

<p>Higher heat conductance of insulating layers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which metal type is NOT listed as a choice for the Metal Base in an IMS according to the text?

<p>C1220 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which industry is a low unit price critical when choosing an IMS material?

<p><strong>LED arena</strong> (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Heavy copper may be selected for an IMS where which factor could be problematic?

<p><strong>High thermal conductivity</strong> (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Electrical contact to the base in an IMS may be necessary when?

<p><strong>PTH (Plated Through Hole)</strong> connection is required (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which IMS material offers better thermal conductivity compared to FR4?

<p>Copper (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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