What is the Difference Between G-10 and FR4?

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2/17/2021 3:10 pm
FR4
  • Has chemical element Bromine (a Halogen) or other non-Halogens as flame-retardant additives
  • It is not fire-proof
  • It is flame retardant (will burn but will self-extinguish)
  • It is UL rated 94 V-0
  • Meets MIL-I-24768/27*
G-10
  • Does not have any flame retardant chemicals in the formula
  • It is UL rated 94HB (horizontal burn)
  • Meets MIL-I-24768/2*

*If the Mil Spec is called out you can never substitute one for the other


Information courtesy of Atlas Fibre

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