OhmegaPly® Embedded Resistor Technology
Ohmega Ticer is the world’s leading manufacturer of embedded resistor PCB materials, delivering precision thin film resistor technology for mission-critical electronics. For over 50 years, our OhmegaPly® and TCR® embedded passive components have powered billions of circuit boards across aerospace, defense, automotive, medical, and telecommunications industries.
Our embedded resistor copper foil technology enables design engineers to integrate resistors directly into PCB substrates, eliminating surface-mount components while improving reliability, reducing board space, and enhancing signal integrity for high-frequency applications.
Our Embedded Resistor Product Lines
Ohmega Ticer manufactures the industry’s most comprehensive portfolio of thin film embedded resistor materials. Each product line is engineered for specific application requirements, from standard digital circuits to extreme high-frequency RF designs.
OhmegaPly® Embedded Resistor-Conductor Material
Our flagship thin film resistor foil featuring a nickel-phosphorus (NiP) resistive layer bonded to electrodeposited copper—proven reliable in billions of circuit boards over 50 years.
- Sheet Resistance: 10–377 Ω/sq
- Tolerance: ±5% to ±15% (varies by sheet resistivity)
- Resistive Material: Nickel-Phosphorus (NiP)
- Processing: Standard subtractive PCB fabrication—no special equipment required
TCR® Thin Film Embedded Resistor
Precision thin film resistor foil featuring nickel-chromium (NiCr), nickel-chromium-aluminum-silicon (NCAS), and chromium-silicon-oxide (CrSiO) resistive alloys—ideal for analog circuits, voltage dividers, and impedance-controlled designs.
- Sheet Resistance: 25–1000 Ω/sq
- Tolerance: ±5% across all sheet resistivities
- Resistive Materials: NiCr, NCAS, CrSiO
- Best For: Precision analog, RF circuits, impedance matching
TCR-EHF® for Extreme High-Frequency Applications
Advanced thin film resistor material engineered for 5G, mmWave, and aerospace radar—delivering ultra-low insertion loss and stable impedance through millimeter-wave frequencies.
- Sheet Resistance: 25–1000 Ω/sq
- Tolerance: ±8%
- Frequency Range: Optimized for 30+ GHz applications
- Key Benefits: Ultra-low insertion loss, stable mmWave impedance
- Applications: Phased array antennas, AESA radar, satellite communications, 5G infrastructure
Why Choose Embedded Resistor Technology
Embedded passive technology represents a fundamental advancement in PCB design. By integrating resistors within the circuit board substrate rather than mounting them on the surface, engineers achieve superior performance in size-constrained and high-reliability applications.
Key Benefits of Embedded Resistors:
Reduced
Board Size:
Eliminate up to 50% of surface-mount components, enabling miniaturization for portable and wearable electronics
Enhanced
Reliability:
No solder joints to fail—embedded resistors survive extreme temperatures, vibration, and thermal cycling
Superior
Signal Integrity:
Shorter signal paths and reduced parasitic inductance for high-frequency RF and mmWave applications
Improved Thermal
Management:
Heat dissipates directly into the PCB substrate instead of through component packages
Cost
Efficiency:
Reduce assembly time, component count, and inventory management complexity
Industries & Applications
Our embedded resistor technology powers mission-critical electronics where reliability and performance are non-negotiable.
Technical Specifications and Capabilities
Ohmega Ticer embedded resistor materials are designed for seamless integration into standard PCB manufacturing processes. Our products are compatible with all major laminate systems and require no specialized fabrication equipment.
OhmegaPly® |
TCR® / TCR-EHF® |
|
|---|---|---|
Sheet Resistance |
10-377 Ω/sq |
25-1000 Ω/sq |
Tolerance |
±5-15% |
±5-8% |
Resistive Material |
NiP (Nickel-Phosphorus) |
NiCr, NCAS, or CrSiO |
TCR (ppm/°C) |
20-150 ppm/°C |
-300 to <110 ppm/°C |
Primary Applications |
General digital, termination |
RF, precision analog, 5G/mmWave |
Made in the USA, Delivered Globally
Ohmega Ticer manufactures OhmegaPly embedded resistor materials at our facility in Culver City, California. With over 50 years of continuous production, our vertically integrated manufacturing ensures consistent quality and reliable supply for customers worldwide.
TCR and TCR-EHF are manufactured at our facility in Windsor, CT.
Our quality management system is certified to ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards. We maintain rigorous process controls with sample testing on each lot of resistivity to ensure consistent quality.
Technical Library
Access the resources you need to design with embedded resistor technology. Our Technical Library provides design engineers with comprehensive documentation, tools, and application guidance.
- Design Guides:
Best practices for embedded resistor layout and integration - Datasheets:
Complete specifications for OhmegaPly®, TCR®, and TCR-EHF® - Application Notes:
Industry-specific implementation guidance - Simulation Support:
Resources to help optimize your resistor designs
Partner with the Industry Leader
With over 50 years of proven performance in mission-critical electronics, Ohmega Ticer is your trusted partner for embedded resistor technology. Our engineering team provides design consultation and simulation support to help optimize your embedded resistor implementation.
Contact us today to discuss your application requirements, request samples, or access our comprehensive Technical Library with design guides, datasheets, and application notes.
