Treated RA Copper Foil

 

CIVEN Metal's Treated RA Copper Foil combines a rolled-annealed copper base with controlled surface treatment for applications where copper-to-resin adhesion, surface protection, and electrical performance are important.

The range includes single-side treated, double-side treated, single-side roughened, anti-oxidation, high-peel-strength, and high-temperature treated RA copper foils. These options are designed for flexible circuits, high-frequency electronics, automotive electronics, and other applications that require a controlled copper surface.

Product Overview

 

Treated RA Copper Foil starts with high-purity rolled and annealed copper foil. A controlled surface treatment is then applied to modify the copper surface according to the requirements of the downstream application.

Compared with untreated RA copper foil, the treated surface can provide additional functions such as improved resin adhesion, oxidation protection, and controlled surface roughness.

The current product range includes:

• High-Temperature Treated RA Copper Foil

• Anti-Oxidation Treated RA Copper Foil

• High-Peel-Strength RA Copper Foil

• Single-Side Roughened RA Copper Foil

• Double-Side Treated RA Copper Foil

• Single-Side Treated RA Copper Foil

Surface Treatment Options

 

Single-Side Treated RA Copper Foil

One side of the foil receives the treatment while the opposite side remains comparatively smooth. This configuration can be considered when different surface characteristics are required on the two sides of the copper foil.

Double-Side Treated RA Copper Foil

Both surfaces are treated for applications where copper-to-resin adhesion or surface characteristics are required on both sides.

Single-Side Roughened RA Copper Foil

A micro-roughened surface is provided on one side to improve resin anchoring, while the opposite side is maintained as a smoother surface for applications where controlled surface profile is important.

Anti-Oxidation Treated RA Copper Foil

An anti-oxidation treatment is applied to protect the copper surface during storage, handling, and subsequent processing.

High-Peel-Strength RA Copper Foil

This option is intended for applications where stronger bonding between the copper foil and dielectric materials is an important part of the material specification.

High-Temperature Treated RA Copper Foil

This product is intended for electronic substrate applications where the surface treatment needs to withstand higher-temperature processing conditions.

 
 
Treated RA Copper Foil

 

Material and Surface Structure

Base Material: High-purity oxygen-free copper, with copper content ≥99.99% according to the current product specification.

The treated surface consists of functional layers designed for different processing requirements:

Bonding Layer: Electro-deposited copper micro-nodules for resin interlocking.

Barrier Layer: Zinc-nickel alloy layer for copper migration control.

Passivation Layer: Organic anti-tarnish coating for surface protection before downstream processing.

The exact treatment configuration should be selected according to the dielectric material, bonding process, temperature conditions, and required surface performance.

 

Performance Characteristics
 

Peel Strength

The treated surface is designed to improve bonding between the copper foil and dielectric materials such as polyimide.

Surface Protection

Passivation helps reduce oxidation of the copper surface during storage and before lamination or other downstream processes.

Controlled Surface Roughness

Different treated surfaces provide different roughness profiles according to the requirements of bonding and high-frequency applications.

Flexibility

Because the base material is rolled and annealed copper foil, the product retains the flexibility characteristics associated with RA copper foil.

 

Technical Specifications

Parameter Standard Value / Range Test Standard
Copper Purity ≥99.99% ICP-OES
Density 8.96 g/cm³ ASTM B170
Electrical Conductivity ≥98% IACS at 20°C Eddy Current Meter
Surface Roughness, Matte Side (Rz) 0.8–1.8 μm Laser Confocal Microscope
Surface Roughness, Shiny Side (Rz) 0.4–0.8 μm Laser Confocal Microscope
Peel Strength on PI Film ≥1.2 N/mm IPC-TM-650 2.4.8

 

Available Thickness & Width

Thickness Thickness Tolerance Standard Width Width Tolerance
12 μm ±0.8 μm 100–620 mm ±0.2 mm
18 μm ±1.0 μm 100–620 mm ±0.2 mm
35 μm ±1.5 μm 100–620 mm ±0.3 mm
70 μm ±2.0 μm 100–620 mm ±0.3 mm

 

Surface / Temper / Mechanical Properties

 

 

Temper Tensile Strength Elongation Typical Application
Soft (O) 200–260 MPa ≥30% Ultra-flexible hinges and dynamic areas
Half-Hard (H2) 280–360 MPa ≥15% Rigid-flex transition zones
Full-Hard (H) ≥380 MPa ≥5% Flat traces and structural sections

 

Manufacturing and Quality Control

 

1

Rolling

The copper substrate is produced through controlled rolling with thickness and tension monitoring.

2

Annealing

Controlled-atmosphere annealing is used to adjust the material structure and mechanical properties after rolling.

3

Surface Treatment

The copper foil passes through controlled treatment processes to develop the required roughness, bonding, and protective surface characteristics.

4

Inspection

Quality control covers dimensional, surface, electrical, and treatment-related properties. The current production description also lists pinhole detection, optical surface inspection, and batch testing for peel strength and chemistry.

 

 

Applications

Flexible Printed Circuits

Treated RA copper foil can be used in FPC applications where copper-to-polyimide adhesion, flexibility, and controlled surface characteristics are required.

High-Frequency Electronics

Selected surface configurations can be used for high-frequency applications where surface roughness and conductor performance need to be considered together.

Automotive Electronics

Treated RA copper foil can be applied to flexible electronic circuits and other automotive electronic components requiring controlled surface properties.

Medical Electronics

The material can be considered for flexible electronic and signal-carrying applications in medical devices where the required copper and surface specifications match the application.

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Customization and Slitting

 

CIVEN Metal can discuss customized treated RA copper foil configurations according to the customer's application and downstream process.

When requesting a quotation, please provide:

• Required thickness

• Width

• Copper grade

• Temper

• Single-side or double-side treatment

• Required surface roughness

• Target dielectric or adhesive material

• Application

• Downstream lamination or bonding process

• Estimated quantity

Core sizes of 76 mm (3 inch) and 152 mm (6 inch) are listed in the current product information.

 

Packaging and Delivery

 

The foil is packaged to protect the treated surface, edges, and roll core during transportation.

Packaging and shipping requirements can be confirmed according to the roll configuration, destination, and order requirements.

For custom gauge, surface treatment, or slitting requirements, production and delivery schedules should be confirmed before order placement.

 

Quality and Technical Documentation

 

CIVEN Metal states that treated RA copper foil can be supplied with Mill Test Certificates containing product-specific material and performance information.

For customers validating a new foil in their production process, sample requirements can be discussed based on the target thickness, surface treatment, substrate, and application.

 

FAQ

 

Q: What is treated RA copper foil?

A: Treated RA copper foil is rolled-annealed copper foil with an additional surface treatment. The treatment can modify surface roughness, bonding characteristics, and oxidation resistance according to the downstream application.

Q: What is the purpose of treating RA copper foil?

A: The main purpose is to provide surface characteristics that are not available from untreated copper foil, such as improved resin adhesion, controlled roughness, or enhanced surface protection.

Q: Is treated RA copper foil available with treatment on one side or both sides?

A: Yes. The current product range includes single-side treated and double-side treated RA copper foil, as well as single-side roughened options.

Q: What materials can treated RA copper foil be bonded to?

A: The current product information specifically refers to polyimide (PI) substrates. Other adhesive or dielectric systems should be specified when requesting a quotation so that the surface treatment can be evaluated for the intended bonding process.

Q: What thicknesses are available?

A: The current specification lists 12 μm, 18 μm, 35 μm, and 70 μm options, with widths from 100 to 620 mm.

Q: What information should I provide when requesting a quotation?

A: Please provide the required thickness, width, temper, surface treatment, target substrate or adhesive, application, downstream process, and estimated quantity.

 

 

 

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