RF & Microwave Packages
Customize your microelectronic packages with a vertically integrated manufacturer
Microwave and RF packages and systems are challenged across industries to operate in harsh environments. This can include areas that operate in humidity or gaseous conditions that weaken microwave and RF signals. Hermetic seals and packages prevent moisture and air from entering, increasing accuracy and performance of signal transmission. Hermetic microwave and RF packages can also maintain a vacuum or pressure rated seal to encapsulate or seal for broader contamination prevention.
EPI provides high-performance, industry-standard and custom engineered radio frequency (RF) and microwave electronic packages. Customization can include glassless packages, customized layouts, and hybrid microelectronic packaging. RF and microwave packages are in use today in numerous high-level programs throughout the military, aerospace, satellite communications, and commercial wireless and instrumentation industries in applications such as electronic warfare, radar, uplink/downlink systems, and military communication networks, as well as in medical radiography, police radar, and radio astronomy. Our hermetic RF packages create a sealed, protected environment for operation in harsh environments.
With complete in-house alumina (Al203) and aluminum nitride (AlN) ceramic processing and glass-to-metal capabilities and design expertise, EPI has the ability to tackle virtually any RF and microwave packaging challenges. As a powder-to-package manufacturer of ceramic seals, EPI’s packages are custom engineered to meet and exceed environmental conditions and price requirements for OEM applications. EPI can combine technologies to create hybrid microelectronic packages and custom layouts. Rely on EPI as a source for legacy ceramic RF packages that may have been discontinued or deemed obsolete by other manufacturers. EPI is an ITAR-registered, ISO 9001:2015 US manufacture with decades of experience designing and manufacturing hermetic packages for the microwave industry.
TYPES OF RF & MICROWAVE HERMETIC PACKAGES
- TO Headers
- Diodes
- Components
- Hybrids
- Surface Mount (SMT) Devices
- RF and Microwave Power
- Substrates
- Connectors
- Feedthroughs
- Chassis
- Shrouds
- Covers
- Lids
BENEFITS
- Reliable operation in harsh environments: Our hermetic sealing technology protects your sensitive components.
- Exceed project requirements: EPI’s custom engineering ensures your packages meet and exceed environmental and budget constraints.
- Legacy package support: We can provide solutions for obsolete or discontinued ceramic RF packages.
COMMON INDUSTRIES
- Aerospace equipment including aircraft and satellites
- Military / Defense systems including communication equipment, radar systems, and other electronics and devices
- Telecommunications, particularly those for harsh environments
- Instrumentation and controls
- Medical equipment and devices
Image Library
RF hermetic package - baby bear configuration
HTCC ceramic hermetic package
Hermetic J-pack MicroX
Leadless J-pack package 70x100
High-frequency Gunn diode hermetic package
Hermetic substrate package for RF/microwave applications
HTCC Ceramic package
RF hermetic package - AIN ceramic bipolar design
Hermetic Bi-polar and FET microwave package
GaAs 53 round microwave beam lead
Ceramic SMT hermetic seal package
Ceramic SMT hermetic package
FAQ
WHAT IS A HERMETIC RF PACKAGE?
A hermetic RF package is a type of electronic package that is designed to contain and protect RF (radio frequency) components while maintaining a hermetic seal. It is typically used in applications where it is important to protect the RF components from external factors such as moisture, dust, and contamination.
HOW DOES A HERMETIC RF PACKAGE WORK?
A hermetic RF package consists of a metal or ceramic housing that encloses the RF components. The housing is sealed using a variety of techniques, such as welding or brazing, to create a hermetic seal. The RF components are connected to connectors or feedthroughs on the outside of the package, allowing them to be connected to other electronic systems.
WHAT ARE HERMETIC RF PACKAGES USED FOR?
Hermetic RF packages are used in a variety of applications where it is important to protect RF components from external factors. These applications include military and aerospace systems, medical devices, and scientific instruments.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF USING HERMETIC RF PACKAGES?
Hermetic RF packages provide a reliable and durable way to protect RF components from external factors. They can withstand harsh environments and protect against contamination, making them ideal for use in sensitive or critical applications. They also offer a high level of isolation between the inside and outside of the package, reducing the risk of electrical interference or damage.
WHAT CONTAMINANTS DO RF HERMETIC PACKAGES SEAL AGAINST?
Hermetic packages such as TO headers can be used to seal against dust, moisture, or other environmental contaminants that can impact the quality and functionality of an RF device. RF waves are easily attenuated, thus requiring protection.
CAN EPI SUPPLY HIGH PRESSURE MICROWAVE PACKAGES?
Yes. EPI manufactures various high pressure glass to metal seals for microwave applications, from aerospace to subsea environment. This can also include high-power microwave components.