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Pure metal

Mo (Molybdenum)

Mo (Molybdenum)

The materials have low thermal expansion close to Silicon (Si) chips, and exhibit superior mechanical properties. These heat spreaders are most suitable for high-power, high-reliability devices. Various machining processes, including stamping, are available for these materials.

Applications Diode, Thyristor, Power transistor substrate, LED substrate, etc.

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Material Trade Name Composition Features Coefficient of Average Linear Thermal Expansion
R.T.~800℃ [ppm/K]
Thermal conductivity R.T.[W/(m・K)]
Mo Mo Mo Its thermal expansion is similar to that of semiconductors such as Si, GaN, and SiC. As a result, it is widely used to reduce thermal stress on semiconductors. 5.7 142

Alloy (Cu-W, Cu-Mo)

Cu-W (Copper-Tungsten)

Cu-W (Copper-Tungsten)

Cu-W comprises Tungsten (W), known for its low thermal expansion, and Copper (Cu), recognized for its high thermal conductivity. Its thermal expansion can be adjusted to match that of surrounding materials such as Alumina and Kovar. Additionally, due to its good machinability, it can be used to manufacture small, complex-shaped parts. We offer six types of Cu-W (W-6, W-10, W-15, W-20, W-10N, W-10T) to cater to customers' individual needs.

Applications Opto electronics, Wireless communication, LED substrate, etc.

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Material Trade Name Composition Features Coefficient of Average Linear Thermal Expansion
R.T.~800℃ [ppm/K]
Thermal conductivity R.T.[W/(m・K)]
Cu-W W-6 94W-6Cu This Cu-W, with its low coefficient of thermal expansion, has a coefficient similar to that of GaAs and GaN. As a result, it prevents mismatches in thermal expansion. 6.4 141
W-10 89W-11Cu Its coefficient of thermal expansion matches that of alumina. Therefore, it is widely used in alumina-based ceramic packages. 7.9 174
W-15 85W-15Cu It has the same thermal expansion coefficient as beryllia ceramics, which are widely used in ceramic packages. This material is also frequently used for packages containing both alumina and kovar, as its thermal expansion coefficient sits midway between the coefficients of alumina and kovar. 8.6 184
W-20 80W-20Cu This material matches the coefficient of thermal expansion of Kovar and is widely used in metal packages utilizing Kovar. 9.8 200
W-10N 89W-11Cu Its coefficient of thermal expansion matches that of alumina, making it widely used in ceramic packages that utilize alumina. Our W-10N type can produce Cu-W, also known as near-net Cu-W, without the need for additional peripheral processes by using specialized molds. 7.9 200
W-10T 89W-11Cu Despite sharing the same thermal expansion coefficient as W-10, its thermal conductivity is enhanced through a special manufacturing method. Moreover, because it minimizes warping, it is widely used for sub-mount applications in high power lasers. 7.9 205

Cu-Mo (Copper-Molybdenum)

Cu-Mo (Copper-Molybdenum)

Cu-Mo can be processed using rolling and stamping methods. The thermal expansion and conductivity are easily adjustable. Furthermore, it exhibits excellent initial heat dissipation on the surface, as the laminated surface material, known as CPC, is made of pure copper. We offer 10 types of Cu-Mo (CM-15, PCM30, PCM35, PCM40, RCM60, CPC141, CPC232, CPC111, CPC212, CPC-300) to meet the diverse needs of our customers.

Applications Wireless communication, Opto electronics, in-vehicle, Wind power generation, LED, Industrial machine, etc.

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Material Trade Name Composition Features Coefficient of Average Linear Thermal Expansion
R.T.~800℃ [ppm/K]
Thermal conductivity R.T.[W/(m・K)]
Cu-Mo CM-15 85Mo-15Cu This Cu-Mo has a low coefficient of thermal expansion and a coefficient close to that of GaAs and GaN. In turn, it prevents mismatches in thermal expansion. 7.6 148
PCM30 70Mo-30Cu "This material maintains a low thermal expansion and can be produced using cost-effective processes such as rolling and stamping." 7.5 195
PCM35 65Mo-35Cu This material has a thermal expansion coefficient identical to that of alumina, making it widely used for alumina-based ceramic packaging. 7.8 210
PCM40 60Mo-40Cu As its thermal expansion coefficient is an intermediate value between the devices (Si, GaAs, GaN, SiC) and copper or aluminum, it is widely used as a stress cushioning material when devices are mounted on a copper or aluminum plate. 8.2 220
RCM60 40Mo-60Cu As its thermal expansion coefficient is an intermediate value between the devices (Si, GaAs, GaN, SiC) and copper or aluminum, it is widely used as a stress cushioning material when devices are mounted on a copper or aluminum plate. 10.5 275

CPC™ (Copper, Copper-Molybdenum, Copper)

CPC (Copper, Copper-Molybdenum, Copper)

CPC is a laminated composite material that sandwiches a copper-molybdenum (Cu-Mo) layer between two copper layers. The thermal conductivity and coefficient of thermal expansion can be adjusted by altering the composition and lamination ratio of the Cu-Mo layer. In addition, because the outer layers of CPC are copper, it excels in initial heat dissipation.

Applications Wireless communication, Automotive, etc.

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Material Trade Name Composition Features Coefficient of Average Linear Thermal Expansion
R.T.~800℃[ppm/K]
Thermal conductivity R.T.[W/(m・K)]
CPC™ CPC141 Cu/Cu-Mo/Cu This material has a thermal expansion coefficient that matches that of alumina ceramic and is thus widely used in alumina-based ceramic packages. Since its surface is made of copper, which has high thermal conductivity, it exhibits excellent heat diffusion. 7.6 200
CPC232 It is laminated in a "Cu:Cu-Mo:Cu=2:3:2(thickness)" ratio to adjust the coefficient of thermal expansion and thermal conductivity. 8.4 235
CPC111 The material is laminated in a "Cu:Cu-Mo:Cu=1:1:1 (thickness)" pattern to adjust its coefficient of thermal expansion and thermal conductivity. 9.8 260
CPC212 The material is laminated in a "Cu:Cu-Mo:Cu=2:1:2 (thickness)" pattern to improve its thermal conductivity to 300W/ (m・K). It is widely used for its contribution to the performance of high-power devices such as GaN and SiC. 12.1 300
CPC-300 This material possesses a very high thermal conductivity, 300W/ (m・K), and is widely utilized to maximize the performance of high-power devices (GaN, SiC). We also offer thin plates with a thickness of 0.5mm. 12.1 300

Ceramics

AlN (Aluminum Nitride)

AlN (Aluminum Nitride)

AlN is a material with high electrical insulation and a low dielectric constant. On its surface, it is possible to form various metallized thin films suitable for electric circuits, chip mounting, and wire bonding.

Applications Semiconductor laser submount, LED substrate, etc.

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Material Trade Name /
Composition
Features Coefficient of Average Linear Thermal Expansion
R.T.~400℃[ppm/K]
Thermal conductivity R.T.[W/(m・K)]
AlN AlN(200W) This material is useful when insulation and patterns are required. 4.5 >200
AlN(170W) 4.5 >170

Al-SiC (Sintered Aluminum-Silicon Carbide)

焼結Al-SiC

Sintered Al-SiC, a heat spreader, can be processed into relatively complex shapes like a "lid." Its specific gravity is one-third that of Copper (Cu). By adjusting the composite ratio of Aluminum (Al) and Silicon Carbide (SiC), we can tailor the thermal expansion to meet the required specification. With its Young's modulus at half that of iron, it can also serve as a stress-relief material. Furthermore, its surface offers excellent adhesive bonding properties.

Applications ECU for control, MPU, DSP, System LSI, Router LSI, etc

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Material Trade Name Composition Features Coefficient of Average Linear Thermal Expansion
R.T.~120℃ [ppm/K]
Thermal conductivity R.T.[W/(m・K)]
Al-SiC β8 70SiC-30Al Using a special mold, this product can be manufactured cost-effectively without additional processing. Its thermal expansion coefficient can vary depending on the type of package. 8.0 140
β9 65SiC-35Al 9.0 130
β14 45SiC-55Al 14.0 160

MAGSICTM (Magnesium-Silicon Carbide compsite material)

MgSiC

Standard materials are lightweight, with a low coefficient of thermal expansion (7.0 ppm) and high thermal conductivity (230 W/(m・K)). There is minimal warping, and the material maintains its shape well after heat-cycle testing.

Applications Power module for electric railway, industrial machinery and automotive (HEV).

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Material Trade Name Composition Features Coefficient of Average Linear Thermal Expansion
R.T.~120℃[ppm/K]
Thermal conductivity R.T.[W/(m・K)]
Mg-SiC MAGSICTM 18Mg-SiC Since it is lightweight, it is suitable for use in larger sizes; in addition, it exhibits stable warpage, excellent high thermal conductivity, and heat dissipation. 7.0 230

Diamond

SUMICRYSTALTM

SUMICRYSTAL

SUMICRYSTAL is a synthetic diamond single crystal with the highest thermal conductivity of all materials. Various metallized thin films for chip mounting and wire bonding can be formed on it.

Applications Semiconductor laser submount, etc.

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Material Features Coefficient of Average Linear Thermal Expansion
R.T.~100℃[ppm/K]
Thermal conductivity R.T.[W/(m・K)]
SUMICRYSTALTM This is a diamond heat spreader, which has the highest thermal conductivity of any substance. 2.3 2000

SUMICRYSTAL is a trademark of Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd.

CVD diamond (Chemical Vapor Deposition-Diamond)

CVDダイヤモンド

CVD diamond is a single-crystalline diamond without a binder, obtained by the Chemical Vapor Deposition method (CVD). Various metallized thin films for chip mounting and wire bonding can be formed on it.

Applications Semiconductor laser submount, Power transistor substrate, etc.

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Material Features Coefficient of Average Linear Thermal Expansion
R.T.~100℃[ppm/K]
Thermal conductivity R.T.[W/(m・K)]
CVD-Diamond This is a diamond heat spreader, measuring 0.2 to 0.4 mm in thickness, produced by the CVD method (Chemical Vapor Deposition). 2.3 >1000

Cu-Diamond (Copper-Diamond)

DMCH

DMCH is a composite material of diamond and copper. Although its thermal expansion coefficient is similar to compound semiconductor materials like GaAs and GaN, DMCH has a higher thermal conductivity than copper. Various metallized thin films for chip mounting and wire bonding can be formed on it.

Applications Semiconductor laser submount, power transistor substrate, etc.

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Material Trade Name Features Coefficient of Average Linear Thermal Expansion
R.T.~400℃[ppm/K]
Thermal conductivity R.T.[W/(m・K)]
Cu-Diamond DC60 The heat spreader, which has high thermal conductivity, also possesses a coefficient of thermal expansion suitable for compound semiconductors such as GaAs and GaN. 6.0 550
DC70 6.5 500

Ag-Diamond (Silver-Diamond)

Ag-Diamond

This is a composite material of Silver and Diamond, which has a thermal conductivity of 600W/(m・K), higher than that of Cu-Diamond. It can be used for large sizes up to 50×50mm.

Applications Wireless communication, Ceramics package, Power transistor substrate, MPU, etc.

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Material Trade Name Features Coefficient of Average Linear Thermal Expansion
R.T.~800℃[ppm/K]
Thermal conductivity R.T.[W/(m・K)]
Ag-Diamond AD90 Its thermal conductivity is 600W/(m・K), which is higher than that of Cu-Diamond. It can be used for larger sizes up to 50×50mm. 10.5 600