High UV-C reflective solder mask

A unique solution to increase efficiency and lifetime of high performing UV-C LED modules.

High reflective UV mask - CERcuits

Thanks to a unique paste formulation and CERcuits’ unique circuit mask application process, we can offer a new UV reflective mask solution on ceramic printed circuits and submounts that reflects >80% in the UVC spectrum.

As UV-C LEDs still suffer from significant side emissions and given that typical epoxy-based circuit board solder masks have a too low reflectance (see table at the bottom of this page), many UV-C modules are still underperforming and suffer from rapid degradation.

Our proprietary mask solution makes it possible sustain long and stable performances over a high load, even when using chip-on-board designs. In combination with the ceramic substrate, the modules can also be managed better thermally while being inert for environmental hazards. The combination finally enables efficient UV-C engines that meet today’s demand from curing, disinfection and other applications. 

Our mask can be supplied with solderable and wire bondable finishes for both top contact, flip chip, SMT and through hole designs. (Immersion tin or silver, ENIG, ENEPIG, EPIG, DIG, …)

Typical applications include

– Ink and paint curing
– Air, water and surface disinfection
– Odor control
– Outdoor sensors
– Space applications

Characteristics & Design rules

Color

White

Reflectivity UV-C spectrum

>80%

Hardness (pencil test)

4H

Typical thickness

30-60um (above substrate)

Min. solder dam width

0.2mm

Min. soldermask opening

0.2mm x 0.2mm

Min. pad overlap (solder mask defined pad)

0.05mm

Min. pad clearance (non-solder mask defined pad)

0.15mm

Min. Edge spacing

0.2mm

 

Reflectance of CERcuits UV mask in the 200-500nm wavelenght spectrum

How to order

Our UV relfective mask can be ordered via our C-Proto solution on both Alumina 96% (Al2O3 96%) as well as Aluminum Nitride (AlN).

Simply select the option ‘UV relfective mask’ which can be found within the quote & order form under Top Masking and/or Bottom masking.

Alternatively, you can also contact us for a quote. For example if you have a higher volume request or if you need a formal PDF quote.

Get Al2O3 96% Quote Get AlN Quote

Standard products using our UV-C reflective mask

To enable rapid and low costs prototyping and development, we developed a line a standard PCB with UV-C LED footprints that can be ordered online and held on stock.

Learn more

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    Reflectivity of common materials and metals

    Notice the drop in most metals as soon the wavelength enters the UV ranges. Only Al remains highly reflective.

    reflectivity common metals versus wavelenght

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    Table: Material Reflectivity under ultraviolet germicidal irradiation (UVGI) lamps

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    MATERIALREFLECTIVITYMATERIALREFLECTIVITY
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    ePTFE98.5Molybdenum25
    Spectralon95White botting paper25
    Smoked magnesium oxide93AZO photographic paper, unexposed24
    Evaporated aluminum87Silver23
    Alzak sheet aluminum, brightened87White water23
    Alzak sheet aluminum84White wallpaper22
    Magnesium oxide81Stainless steel20
    Aluminum -s uttered on lass80Brownish figured wallpaper18
    Pressed calcium carbonate78Tungsten18
    Pressed magnesium oxide77Linen17
    Calcium carbonate75Fluorescent lamp phosphors17
    Magnesium carbonate75Duralumin16
    Aluminum - treated surface74Kalsomine white water paint12
    Aluminum foil73Medusa cement11
    Aluminum paint65Alabastine white water paint10
    Barytes65White baked enamel9
    New plaster58White oil paint8
    Galvanized duct - smooth57Black paint7
    Galvanized duct - rough53Brass7
    Aluminum - untreated surface50Brown wrapping paper7
    White wall plaster46Titanium oxide6
    stellite46AZO photographic paper, exposed black6
    Chromium44Celluloid6
    AZO photographic paper, white back39Pongee silk6
    Chrome steel39Brown baked enamel6
    Rhodium38Casein vehicle6
    Nickel37Flat black Egyptian lacquer5
    S.W. white Decotint paint33Lithopone5
    Ivory wallpaper31Zinc oxide in clear lacquer5
    Pink figured wallpaper31Black lacquer paint5
    Speculum30White porcelain enamel5
    Bleached cotton30Zinc oxide paint5
    Tin plated steel28Lantern slide glass4
    Stainless steel28China clay4
    Tin plate28Zinc oxide casein paint4
    Ivory figured wallpaper26Pressed zinc oxide3
    The data shown is typical of commercially available material and is only offered for comparative purposes. The information shall not be interpreted as absolute material properties nor does it constitute a representation or warranty for which we assume legal liability. User shall determine the suitability of the material for the intended use and assumes all risk and liability whatsoever in connection therewith.