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Black & Opaque PI Coverlay (BPC) - for Light Blocking & Optical Isolation in FPC

BPC

Black & Opaque PI Film Coverlay (BPC) - Room Temperature type Engineered for Optical Shielding in FPC and Circuit Designs

Product Description:

Black & Opaque Polyimide Film Coverlay (BPC) is composed of our highly uniform black polyimide film (matte or glossy type) pre-laminated with a high heat-resistant thermosetting epoxy adhesive (TSA, room temperature type), providing an excellent balance of good initial adhesion (quick stick) and good shear holding power. It delivers precise dimensional stability, controlled CTE, strong adhesion, and resistance to delamination between layers. It is engineered for applications requiring effective light blocking, a uniform black appearance, and excellent thermal and chemical resistance. 


Designed to withstand repeated bending, flexing, mechanical stress, and electrical loads, BPC maintains excellent dielectric performance under extreme conditions. It is fully compatible with SMT assembly, solder reflow, and other high-temperature processing steps, ensuring high process reliability without cracking, warping, or loss of insulation.


Serving as a flexible solder mask alternative, BPC encapsulates copper circuits and protects them from moisture, abrasion, chemicals, and thermal stress, making it suitable for high-reliability flexible electronic applications, including FPCs, Flexible Heater, Automotive Samrt & Heated Laminated glass interconnect, ADAS cameras & sensors.


Unlike traditional PI coverlay materials that require frozen or refrigerated storage, BPC is designed for convenient ambient-temperature storage and transportation. This eliminates cold-chain handling requirements—reducing logistics costs and simplifying inventory management for global customers.



Automotive smart glass and heated windshield applications enhanced by Black PI Coverlay (BPC), improving visual integration, heating performance, and system reliability





Key Features and Benefits

Uniform Black Appearance
Uniform and premium black appearance,  
Light transmittance 0%


Exceptional Bonding Strength
26~31N/10mm 
(CCL/PI)
High Temperature Resistance
150~160 °C
(long term)
Superior Durability & Reliability
Passed Cyclic Stress Corrosion Cracking Test (SCC),  Thermal Cycling Test (TCT), and High Temperature High Humidity Test (THT) in extreme automotive environments.
Excellent Insulation Performance
Superior thermal, electrical, and chemical performance
Outstanding Fiame Retardant & UL 796F Compliance
 PI Film : UL 94 V-0, 
         UL 94 VTM-0
TSA : UL 94 VTM-0


Both PI film and TSA adhesive comply with the UL 796F standard.

Cold-Chain Independent
Room-Temperature- stable TSA adhesive, 
refrigeration not required.
Environmental Compliance
All our Black PI Coverlay materials are RoHS & REACH SVHC compliant, meeting the current EU environmental mandates.


Engineering Challenges in Light-Sensitive Circuit Designs: 

When standard transparent or semi-transparent coverlays are used in light-sensitive applications, engineers often encounter:

  • Optical leakage affecting sensors, cameras, or photodetectors

  • Increased noise or signal instability caused by stray light

  • Limited ability to control optical paths within compact modules

  • Trade-offs between insulation requirements and optical shielding

  • Additional shielding layers increasing thickness and complexity

These issues often force engineers to add secondary light-blocking structures, increasing design complexity and cost.


Our Solution Approach:

BPC PI Coverlay is engineered to address optical interference at the material level, featuring:

  • Black & opaque polyimide construction
    Effectively blocking visible and stray light penetration

  • Integrated insulation and light shielding
    Eliminating the need for additional optical blocking layers

  • Compatibility with FPC and circuit board layouts
    Supporting compact designs without excessive stack-up thickness

  • Stable performance under assembly and harsh operating conditions
    Maintaining optical shielding effectiveness throughout product life

By integrating optical shielding directly into the coverlay layer, BPC enables simpler, cleaner, and more reliable circuit designs.



Black & Opaque PI Coverlay (BPC) Constructions:      

  •   Black & Opaque Polyimide Film (Matte or Glossy Type) : 25µm, 50µm, 75µm 
  •   Thermosetting Epoxy Adhesive (TSA, Room-Temperature Type): 25µm, 35µm
  •   Structure: Black PI Film + TSA Adhesive + Release Paper 
  •   Structure Diagram : 


Black PI coverlay (BPC) for automotive temperature sensors and ADAS sensors


 

Available Sizes:     

  •  Roll Width: 250mm, 500mm
  •  Roll Length: 100m
  •  Sheet Size: Customized by customer's demand


Why Black PI Coverlay (BPC) Controls Light Reflection and Optical Noise


Comparison of optical behavior in transparent coverlay, glossy black PI, and matte black PI (BPC), showing reflection, light blocking, and light absorption effects on signal integrity.



Black PI coverlay performance depends on surface finish: while glossy black PI blocks light but still reflects, matte black PI (BPC) absorbs light and minimizes reflection, ensuring stable signal integrity.


Typical Applications:

  1. Flexible Printed Circuit Boards (FPCs) requiring durable surface protection and electric circuits insulation     
  2. Automotive electronics, including ADAS camera modules, display interfaces, sensors, and lighting systems
  3. Automotive Smart & Heated Laminated Glass: Smart glass / switchable privacy glass (PDLC, SPD), Heated windshield and side window systems, Panoramic sunroof with integrated heating or lighting
  4. Flexible Heater requiring 100% light blocking and high dielectric strength insulation
  5. Industrial equipment, sensors, controllers, and automation systems
  6. LED modules and lighting solutions requiring heat-resistant insulation
  7. Consumer electronics such as smartphones, tablets, wearables, and camera modules
  8. Aerospace and defense applications needing lightweight, reliable insulation materials      
  9. Flexible Copper Clad Laminate (FCCL) using PI Coverlay as a base layer for copper foil bonding

          


Application Cases: 


I. Enhancing Windshield De-icing Performance with Black PI Coverlay (BPC)


Heated windshield before and after de-icing comparison showing improved visibility, with Black PI Coverlay (BPC) supporting insulation and protection for automotive heating systems.


Black PI Coverlay (BPC) supports stable and durable heated windshield operation by protecting critical heating circuits and bonding interfaces, ensuring consistent and efficient de-icing performance under harsh automotive conditions.





II. Flexible Heater Using Black PI Coverlay (BPC)



Black PI Coverlay (BPC) for flexible heaters showing layered structure with copper circuit pattern and polyimide insulation for electrical insulation, heat resistance, and circuit protection



Illustration of a flexible heater protected by Black PI Coverlay (BPC), showing the protective insulation layer partially peeled back to reveal etched copper circuit patterns.





III. Black PI Coverlay (BPC) Laminated with Copper Foil for FCCL


Black PI Coverlay (BPC) laminated with copper foil to form FCCL for circuit etching, showing the black PI base layer, copper foil layer, lamination process, and key benefits including insulation, flexibility, heat resistance, and black surface advantage.



Example of flexible copper clad laminate (FCCL) manufactured by laminating copper foil onto our Black PI Coverlay (BPC), providing excellent electrical insulation, mechanical strength, and thermal stability for flexible printed circuit applications.



FAQs

  1. What is the primary function of a Black & Opaque PI coverlay?                                                                                                  Black & Opaque PI coverlay provides electrical insulation and mechanical protection for copper circuits in flexible PCBs, while also delivering effective light blocking and optical shielding. It is specifically selected for applications where optical isolation, stray light suppression, and visual concealment are required, in addition to environmental durability.
  2. Should the PI coverlay opening match the exact design shape and size?                                                                            Coverlay openings generally follow the design intent, but final geometry may depend on fabrication methods. Opening shape (circle, square or rectangular) and tolerance should be reviewed with the fabricator during design validation.
  3. How is PI coverlay different from solder mask?                                                                                                                           Unlike liquid solder mask, PI coverlay is a laminated film structure that offers superior flexibility, thermal stability, and durability for flexible circuits. 
  4. What adhesive systems are used with PI coverlay?                                                                                                                           PI coverlay is typically laminated using thermosetting adhesives to ensure strong bonding, chemical resistance, and long-term stability under thermal cycling.
  5. Can PI coverlay be used in flexible heater applications?                                                                                                                Yes. PI coverlay is commonly used in flexible heaters to provide electrical insulation and mechanical protection under elevated operating temperatures.




Automotive Sensor insulation materials



Designing circuits requiring effective light blocking and insulation?

Contact us to discuss BPC PI Coverlay solutions optimized for your optical shielding and circuit design needs.

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