[Data Presentation] FPC Terminology Glossary, PDF search available. For use as an introductory mini-dictionary!

~Starting the demonstration of high-reliability FPC through space environment testing~ Taiyo Techno Rex Co., Ltd. has recently signed a business outsourcing contract with Jinsei Co., Ltd. regarding the space environment testing of our space-use FPC (Flexible Printed Circuit) cables. Our FPC will be mounted on the engineering model of the small satellite "Cubesat" developed by Jinsei, and various tests simulating the space environment will be conducted. This testing is an important initiative aimed at confirming and demonstrating functionality in future orbital operations. In outer space, resistance to extremely harsh conditions such as extreme temperature changes, radiation, and intense vibrations is required. We view this initiative not only as limited to space applications but also as an opportunity to demonstrate FPC technology that exhibits high reliability even under extreme conditions. Moving forward, we will continue to develop and provide high-reliability FPCs with an eye toward expanding into a wide range of fields, including aerospace, industrial equipment, automotive devices, and various inspection equipment, where high quality and reliability are essential.

Our company has decided to participate in the "Space Town Development Promotion Project (Kii Space HUB)," which aims to create new industries and revitalize the region with a space theme, promoted by Wakayama Prefecture, in our core business of electronic substrate. Taking this opportunity, we will actively advance our technological development and business enhancement in the space field. The Space Town Development Promotion Project is a project aimed at the accumulation of the space industry, human resource development, and regional revitalization in Wakayama Prefecture, where the private rocket launch site "Spaceport Kii" is located, and it has garnered national attention. We aim to contribute to the lightweight and high functionality of space equipment by leveraging the manufacturing technologies of flexible printed circuit boards and electroforming that we have cultivated so far. In the future, we will actively engage in human resource development for those involved in the space business, starting with the provision of technology for satellite-mounted equipment and communication modules. We will also consider collaboration with private space companies, promoting value creation and business development in this new field of the space industry, while striving to balance technological innovation and social contribution, and continuing our challenges toward realizing a sustainable future.

◆FPC (Flexible Printed Circuit Board)◆ ~Tayo Technorex's Strengths in the FPC Manufacturing Process~ The manufacturing of FPC requires multiple critical processing steps. Improving the "strengths" of each process directly leads to advancements in technology and quality, as well as new product development. This time, we will introduce the "strengths" we have cultivated over many years in each process! <Design> Circuit design, artwork, S-parameter analysis <Layer Connection> Build-up FPC, filled vias, small-diameter vias <Circuit Formation> MSAP method, thin copper, thick copper <Insulation Treatment> High-precision openings ±20μm, LCP coverlay <Surface Treatment> Standard NiAu to special plating options (Ni-Pd-Au, direct Au, etc.) <Post-Processing> High-precision outline processing ±50μm, diverse tools <Assembly> Solder mounting, ACF bonding, wire bonding, ultrasonic joining, EMS support ◆Various Substrates and Ceramic Material Systems◆ Introduction of AI technology, final appearance inspection equipment, and electrical testing equipment ◆Efficiency and Automation◆ Proposals for utilizing FA and collaborative robots

Thank you for taking a look. *We have compiled commonly used terms in FPC manufacturing. Please make use of it. *The glossary has been extracted from the book "【All You Need to Know About FPC in One Volume! *With Glossary】." With over 40 years of experience in flexible printed circuit board manufacturing, we offer one-stop services from prototyping to mass production. There are things that only TAIYO can do. *The following content is from the complete version of "【All You Need to Know About FPC in One Volume! *With Glossary】." Highly recommended! [Document Contents] 1. Solve all your FPC problems at once! 2. What is FPC? 3. One-stop service 4. Achieving short delivery times 5. Support from prototyping to mass production 6. Introduction to various types of FPC (ultra-fine wires, multilayer, high frequency, etc.) 7. FPC glossary 8. Greetings and company overview (Total of 36 pages) We hope this will be helpful for your consideration of flexible printed wiring boards. Taiyo Industry will sincerely respond to inquiries regarding FPC.