Principle

Dielectric constant (Dk) is a measure of how readily a material absorbs energy while in the presence of a field. Dissipation factor (Df) is a measure of how readily that material gives up the stored energy after the field has been removed.

Capabilities

Capacitance Measurement and via Resonance Cavities

• ASTM D150 utilizes a parallel plate electrode assembly in conjunction with an LCR meter
• ASTM D2520 utilizes rectangular prism and split-post resonators
• IPC-TM-650 utilizes split-cylinder resonators
• Sample sizes for the D150 method are 2" round or square (minimum 5 required)
• Sample sizes for the other methods are specific to each resonator and frequency (minimum 5 required)
• Testing temperatures (lab ambient)

Equipment