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The difference between G7 silicone glass cloth board and fr4 and g10 board

Time: 04-28 2025    Auther: Ztelec group

G7 silicone glass cloth board Introduction G7 Silicone Glass Cloth Laminated board is a high-performance composite m...

G7 silicone glass cloth board Introduction

G7 Silicone Glass Cloth Laminated board is a high-performance composite material formed by impregnating alkali-free glass fiber fabric with high-temperature vulcanized silicone rubber, followed by curing under high temperature and pressure. This material combines the high strength and corrosion resistance of glass fiber with the high-temperature endurance, insulation properties, and flexibility of silicone rubber, making it widely applicable in industrial fields requiring extreme environmental tolerance and reliability.

g7 board

Core Composition

Glass Fiber Fabric (reinforcement skeleton) + Silicone Rubber (matrix material)

Process Characteristics

High-temperature vulcanization ensures strong bonding between silicone rubber and glass fiber, forming a stable laminated structure.

Key Advantages

Maintains stable performance under complex conditions including high temperatures, high voltage, and chemical corrosion.

Product Features

High-Temperature Resistance

Continuous operating temperature: -60°C to +250°C

Short-term tolerance: >300°C

Stable silicone molecular chains resist decomposition at elevated temperatures, outperforming conventional rubbers.

Superior Electrical Insulation

Dielectric strength: ≥20 kV/mm

Low dielectric loss (≤0.003) in high-frequency environments

Ideal for high-voltage equipment insulation components.

Balanced Mechanical Strength & Flexibility

Tensile strength (ASTM D638):

Longitudinal: ≥150 MPa

Transverse: ≥120 MPa

Tear-resistant woven glass fiber structure combined with silicone matrix elasticity.

Chemical Corrosion Resistance

Resists weak acids, alkalis, oils, and solvents (e.g., ethanol, acetone).

Avoid exposure to strong oxidizers (e.g., concentrated sulfuric acid).

Eco-Friendly & Safety Compliance

Meets RoHS and UL94 V-0 flame-retardant standards.

No molten drips and low smoke toxicity during combustion.

Machinability

Supports secondary processing: die-cutting, stamping, drilling.

Customizable dimensions (common thickness: 0.5–10 mm).

G7  board Applications

1.Power Electronics

Insulating gaskets: Interlayer isolation in transformers/circuit breakers.

Motor slot wedges: Corona resistance extends high-voltage motor lifespan.

PCB support plates: High-frequency circuit board substrates minimize signal loss.

2.Aerospace

Engine bay cable wraps: Withstand 250°C environments.

Satellite thermal insulation: Prevents brittleness from thermal cycling in vacuums.

3.New Energy & Rail Transit

EV battery pack thermal spacers.

High-speed train motor insulation liners: Endure vibration and thermal shocks.

4.Industrial Equipment

Hot press platens: Repeated high-temperature/pressure resistance (e.g., PCB lamination).

High-temperature conveyor belts: Non-stick surfaces for food processing.

 5.Specialized Protection

Welding curtains: Replace asbestos with spark-resistant barriers.

Lab corrosion-resistant mats: Protect surfaces from chemical reagents.

Differences Between G7, FR4, and G10 Boards

1.Material Composition and Manufacturing Process

Feature G7 Silicone Glass Cloth Board FR4 Board G10 Board
Base Material Alkali-free glass fiber cloth Electronic-grade glass fiber cloth High-strength glass fiber cloth
Resin High-temperature vulcanized silicone rubber Flame-retardant epoxy resin (brominated) Non-flame-retardant or modified epoxy resin
Process Silicone impregnation + high-temperature lamination Epoxy impregnation + high-pressure lamination Epoxy impregnation + high-pressure lamination (higher resin content)

Key Differences:

G7 uses silicone rubber as the matrix, providing elasticity; FR4/G10 are rigid epoxy-based.

FR4 contains flame retardants (e.g., brominated epoxy), while G10 typically lacks flame resistance (though formulations may vary).

fr4 board sheet

FR4 epoxy fiberglass sheet

G10 board sheet

G10 epoxy fiber glass sheet

2.Core Performance Comparison

Performance Metric G7 Board FR4 Board G10 Board
Temperature Resistance -60℃~250℃ (long-term) -50℃~130℃ (long-term) -50℃~150℃ (short-term peak)
Flame Resistance Rating UL94 V-0 (self-extinguishing) UL94 V-0 (flame-retardant) UL94 HB (non-flame-retardant or low flame resistance)
Dielectric Strength ≥20 kV/mm ≥15 kV/mm ≥18 kV/mm
Dielectric Loss ≤0.003 (1 MHz) 0.02~0.03 (1 MHz) 0.015~0.025 (1 MHz)
Tensile Strength Longitudinal ≥150 MPa Longitudinal ≥300 MPa Longitudinal ≥400 MPa
Flexibility High (bendable for installation) Low (brittle, prone to cracking) Low (high rigidity)
Chemical Resistance Resists weak acids, alkalis, oils Resists weak acids; poor resistance to strong alkalis/solvents Resists weak acids/alkalis; poor resistance to strong oxidizers
Density 1.8~2.0 g/cm³ 1.8~1.9 g/cm³ 1.9~2.1 g/cm³

Key Differences:

Temperature Resistance: G7 > G10 > FR4 (silicone excels in high-temperature stability).
Mechanical Strength: G10 > FR4 > G7 (epoxy resins offer higher rigidity).
High-Frequency Performance: G7 has the lowest dielectric loss, ideal for high-frequency circuits; FR4/G10 exhibit higher losses, suitable for standard circuits.

3.Typical Applications

Application Field G7 Board FR4 Board G10 Board
Electronics & Electrical High-frequency circuit substrates, high-voltage insulation pads PCB substrates, general circuit insulation High-load connectors, structural supports
High-Temperature Environments Motor slot wedges, hot press equipment plates Not applicable Limited high-temperature use (e.g., motor housings)
Aerospace Engine bay cable protection, satellite thermal insulation Standard electronic enclosures Structural load-bearing components
Industrial Equipment Corrosion-resistant seals, welding protective curtains Control cabinet insulation panels Robotic arm wear-resistant liners
New Energy Power battery thermal insulation Low-voltage battery supports High-voltage battery structural supports

Selection Advice:

High-Frequency/High-Temperature Insulation: Prioritize G7 (e.g., 5G base stations, EV motors).
Cost-Effective PCBs: Choose FR4 (best value).
High-Strength Structural Parts: Use G10 (e.g., industrial machinery components).

4. Cost and Machining Comparison

Aspect G7 Board FR4 Board G10 Board
Material Cost High (silicone is expensive) Low (epoxy resin is cost-effective) Moderate to High (complex high-resin process)
Machining Difficulty Easy to cut/punch (rubber elasticity) Requires specialized tools (brittle edges) Difficult (high hardness demands wear-resistant tools)
Customization Supports thin sheets (0.5mm) & flexible designs Standard thickness (0.2~3mm) Thick plates (3~50mm) for structural parts

Notes:

G7 punching requires care to avoid silicone layer delamination (prefer laser cutting).
FR4 drilling generates glass fiber dust (require protective measures).
G10 machining needs carbide tools to reduce wear.

5. Summary: Core Differences and Substitutability

Material Advantages Disadvantages Substitutability
G7 High-temperature resistance, superior high-frequency performance, flexibility High cost, lower mechanical strength Irreplaceable in high-temperature scenarios
FR4 Low cost, flame retardancy, PCB standardization Poor temperature resistance, high dielectric loss Replaceable with G10 in non-high-temperature structural applications
G10 High mechanical strength, humidity resistance No flame retardancy, difficult machining Replaceable with metals/engineering plastics for load-bearing parts

Final Recommendations:

High-Temperature Insulation → G7 Board
Standard Circuit Boards → FR4 Board
High-Strength Structures → G10 Board

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