Low-temperature sintering and microwave dielectric properties of CaSnxSiO(3+2x)-based positive τf compensator

The sinterability, phase compositions, and microwave dielectric properties of LiF-doped nonstoichiometric CaSn_xSiO_(3+2x) ceramics prepared by the solid-state reaction were investigated. LiF addition effectively reduced the sintering temperature of CaSn_xSiO_(3+2x) ceramics and inhibited the volatilization of Sn. A pure monoclinic CaSnSiO₅ phase was achieved in the 1.0?wt% LiF-doped CaSn_0.94SiO_4.88 ceramics sintered at 1175?°C, which exhibited good microwave dielectric properties of ε_r =?11.6, Q?×?f?=?34000?GHz, and τ_f =?+73.2?ppm/°C. The positive τ_f value was an atypical and important phenomenon for low-permittivity microwave dielectric ceramics, which could be a promising τ_f compensator.     

Cation distribution of high-performance Mn-substituted ZnGa2O4 microwave dielectric ceramics

In current study, only 5?mol% Mn²⁺ was applied to fabricate high performance microwave dielectric ZnGa₂O₄ ceramics, via a traditional solid state method. The crystal structure, cation distribution and microwave dielectric properties of as-fabricated Mn-substituted ZnGa₂O₄ ceramics were systematically investigated. Mn²⁺-substitution led to a continuous lattice expansion. Raman, EPR and crystal structure refinement analysis suggest that Mn²⁺ preferentially occupies the tetrahedral site and the compounds stay normal-spinel structure. The experimental and theoretical dielectric constant of Zn_1-xMn_xGa₂O₄ ceramics fit well. In all, this magnetic ion, Mn²⁺, could effectively adjust the τ_f value to near zero and double the quality factor from 85,824?GHz to 181,000?GHz of Zn_1-xMn_xGa₂O₄ ceramics at the meantime. Zn_1-xMn_xGa₂O₄ (x?=?0.05) ceramics sintered at 1400?°C for 2?h exhibited excellent microwave dielectric properties, with ε_r =?9.7(@9.85?GHz), Q?×?f?=?181,000?GHz, tanδ?=?5.44?×?10^?5,and τ_f =???12?ppm/°C.     

Co2O3 substitution effects on the structure and microwave dielectric properties of low-firing (Zn0.9Mg0.1)TiO3 ceramics

Low-firing (Zn_0.9Mg_0.1)_1?xCo_xTiO₃ (x = 0.02–0.10) (ZMC_xT) microwave dielectric ceramics with high temperature stability were synthesized via conventional solid-state reaction. The influences of Co₂O₃ substitution on the phase composition, microstructure and microwave dielectric properties of ZMC_xT ceramics were discussed. Rietveld refinement results show the coexistence of ZnTiO₃ and ZnB₂O₄ phases at x = 0.02–0.10. (Zn_0.9Mg_0.1)_1?xCo_xTiO₃ ceramic with x = 0.06 (ZMC_0.06T) obtains the best combination microwave dielectric properties of: ε_r = 21.58, Q × f = 53,948 GHz, τ_f = ? 54.38 ppm/°C. For expanding its application in LTCC field, 3 wt% ZnO-B₂O₃-SiO₂ (ZBS) and 9 wt% TiO₂ was added into ZMC_0.06T ceramic, great microwave dielectric properties were achieved at 900 °C for 4 h: ε_r = 26.03, Q × f = 34,830 GHz, τ_f = ? 4 ppm/°C, making the composite ceramic a promising candidate for LTCC industry.     

Low temperature sintering and microwave dielectric properties of Zn1.8SiO3.8 ceramics with BaCu(B2O5) additive for LTCC applications

The Zn_1.8SiO_3.8 (ZS) ceramics with BaCu(B₂O₅) (BCB) additive were synthesized by the conventional solid-state reaction route and the effect of BCB additive on the microwave dielectric properties of the ceramics was investigated. The results demonstrate that BCB could effectively decrease the sintering temperature from 1300?°C to 930?°C and does not induce obviously degradation of the microwave dielectric properties. The 6.wt% BCB added ZS ceramics exhibited a low sintering temperature (~ 930?°C) and excellent dielectric properties of ε_r =?6.79, Q×f =?33,648?GHz, and τ_f =??30?ppm/°C. To compensate the negative τ_f value of this system, TiO₂ powders were introduced. Particularly when 10.wt% TiO₂ was added, good microwave dielectric properties of ε_r=?8.175, Q×f=?21,252?GHz, and τ_f =?1.2?ppm/°C were obtained for the 6.wt% BCB added ZS ceramic sintered at 930?°C for 3?h. Moreover, BCB added ZS-TiO₂ ceramics have a chemical compatibility with silver, which indicate that the BCB added ZS ceramics are promising candidate for LTCC applications.     

Bond ionicity,lattice energy,bond energy,and microwave dielectric properties of Ca1-xSrxWO4 ceramics

The Ca_1-xSr_xWO₄ (x?=?0, 0.02, 0.04, 0.06, 0.08, 0.10) ceramics were fabricated through solid-state reaction, and the relationships among microwave dielectric properties of Ca_1-xSr_xWO₄, bond ionicity, lattice energy and bond energy were systematically investigated for the first time. The patterns of X-ray diffractions of Ca_1-xSr_xWO₄ presented tetragonal scheelite structure and no second phase appeared throughout the entire compositions. Dielectric properties of Ca_1-xSr_xWO₄ were proved to be related to the microstructures: dielectric constant (ε_r) of Ca_1-xSr_xWO₄ was dependent on the bond ionicity; the quality factor (Q×f₀) of Ca_1-xSr_xWO₄ was affected by W-site lattice energy when intrinsic loss is dominant; the temperature coefficient of resonant frequency (|τ_f|) would increase if B-site bond energy decreased. Ca_1-xSr_xWO₄ ceramic showed excellent microwave dielectric properties, ε_r =?9.42, Q×f₀ =?79876?GHz and τ_f =??18.8?ppm/°C when x?=?0.08 and sintered at 1100?°C for 4?h.     

Crystal structures and microwave dielectric properties of low-firing Ca5Zn4-xMgxV6O24 ceramics

Ca₅Zn_4-xMg_xV₆O₂₄ (x?=?0–3) microwave dielectric ceramics with low sintering temperature were synthesized via the conventional solid-state reaction. Effects of the substitution of Mg²⁺ for Zn²⁺ on crystal structures and microwave dielectric properties were investigated. XRD and Rietveld refinement showed the solid solution single phase formed when 0?≤?x?≤?2, but a few ZnO was observed when x?=?3. Meanwhile, the lattice parameters were found to decrease monotonously with Mg content increasing. The vibration modes of Raman were confirmed and the relationship with microwave dielectric properties was analyzed. Appropriate substitution of Mg²⁺ improved the packing fraction, the cation ordering degree, and the Y-site bond valence, contributing to high Q×f and low | τ_f |. However, the ε_r reduced with the increasing content of Mg²⁺ due to the decrease of ion polarizability. Finally, the best microwave dielectric properties were achieved at x?=?2 with ε_r =?11.0, Q?×?f?=?66,365?GHz (at 10.0?GHz), and τ_f =??80.4?ppm/°C.     

Low-temperature sintering and microwave dielectric properties of B2O3-added ZnO-deficient Zn2GeO4 ceramics for advanced substrate application

ZnO-deficient Zn_2-xGeO_4-x ceramics with 0.05?≤?x?≤?0.15 were synthesized because a ZnO secondary phase is formed in the stoichiometric Zn₂GeO₄ ceramics synthesized using micrometer-sized ZnO and GeO₂ powders. The Zn_1.9GeO_3.9 ceramic sintered at 1000?°C showed a homogeneous Zn₂GeO₄ phase with good microwave dielectric properties: ε_r of 6.8, Q?×?f of 49,000?GHz, and τ_f of ?16.7?ppm/°C. However, its sintering temperature was still too high for it to be used as an advanced substrate for low-temperature co-fired ceramic devices. Therefore, various amounts of B₂O₃ were added to the Zn_1.9GeO_3.9 ceramics to reduce their sintering temperature. Owing to the formation of a B₂O₃-GeO₂ liquid phase, these ceramics were well sintered at low temperatures between 925?°C and 950?°C. In particular, 15?mol% B₂O₃-added Zn_1.9GeO_3.9 ceramic sintered at 950?°C showed promising microwave dielectric properties for advanced substrates without the reaction with an Ag electrode: ε_r?=?6.9, Q?×?f?=?79,000?GHz, and τ_f?=??15?ppm/°C.     

Structure–property relationships of perovskite-structured Ca0.61Nd0.26Ti1-x(Cr0.5Nb0.5)xO3 ceramics

A series of Ca_0.61Nd_0.26Ti_1-x(Cr_0.5Nb_0.5)_xO₃ (CNTCNx) (0 ≤ x ≤ 0.1) ceramics were prepared via a solid state reaction method. All CNTCNx samples were crystallized into the orthorhombic perovskite structure. The SEM micrographs indicated that the average grain sizes of samples depended on (Cr_0.5Nb_0.5)⁴⁺ concentration. And as (Cr_0.5Nb_0.5)⁴⁺ concentration increased, the average grain size of samples decreased significantly. The short range order (SRO) structure and structural distortion of oxygen octahedra proved to exist in CNTCNx crystals from Raman spectra analysis results. The microwave dielectric properties highly depended on the B-site bond strength, oxygen octahedra distortion, reduction of Ti⁴⁺ to Ti³⁺ and internal strain η. At last, the CNTCN0.06 ceramic sintered at 1400 °C for 4 h exhibited good and stable comprehensive microwave dielectric properties of ε_r = 92.3, Q × f = 13,889 GHz, τ_f = + 152.8 ppm/°C.     

Effects of Ni2+ substitution on the crystal structure,bond valence,and microwave dielectric properties of BaAl2–2xNi2xSi2O8–x ceramics

BaAl_2?2xNi_2xSi₂O_8?x (x = 0, 0.005, 0.01, 0.02, 0.03) ceramics were prepared using traditional solid phase reaction method. The microwave dielectric properties, including permittivity (ε_r), quality factor (Q × f), and temperature coefficient of resonant frequency (τ_f), were discussed based on the bond valence theory. The first-principle calculation was adopted to determine the site (Ba, Al, and Si) where doping element (Ni²⁺) would be inclined to occupy. The substitution of Ni²⁺ for Al³⁺ contributed to the breaking of Al-O and Si-O bonds and then facilitated the BaAl₂Si₂O₈ (BAS) hexacelsian-celsian transformation. Moreover, this substitution could change the bond strength between cation and oxygen anion due to the variation of the bond valence, which reasonably explained the variation of ε_r, Q × f, and τ_f values. Well-sintered and completely transformed celsian ceramics can be obtained after doping with Ni²⁺. When x = 0.01, compact BaAl_1.98Ni_0.02Si₂O_7.99 ceramic exhibited highly promising microwave dielectric properties: ε_r = 6.89, Q × f = 53, 287 GHz and τ_f = -25.31 × 10^?6 /°C.     

Crystal structure,microwave dielectric properties and low temperature sintering of (Al0.5Nb0.5)4+ co-substitution for Ti4+ of LiNb0.6Ti0.5O3 ceramics

The phase composition, microstructure, microwave dielectric properties of (Al_0.5Nb_0.5)⁴⁺ co-substitution for Ti site in LiNb_0.6Ti_0.5O₃ ceramics and the low temperature sintering behaviors of Li₂O-B₂O₃-SiO₂ (LBS) glass were systematically discussed. XRD patterns and EDS analysis result confirmed that single phase of Li_1.075Nb_0.625Ti_0.45O₃ solid solution was formed in all component. The increase of dielectric constant (ε_r) is ascribed to the improvement of bulk density. The restricted growth of grain has a negative influence on quality factor (Q×f) value. The τ_f value could be continuously shifted to near zero as the doping content increases. Great microwave dielectric properties were obtained in LiNb_0.6Ti_(0.5-x)(Al_0.5Nb_0.5)_xO₃ ceramics (x?=?0.10) when sintered at 1100?℃ for 2?h: ε_r =?70.34, Q×f =?5144?GHz, τ_f =?4.8?ppm/℃. The sintering aid, LBS glass, can effectively reduce the temperature and remain satisfied microwave performance. Excellent microwave dielectric properties for x?=?0.10 were obtained with 1.0?wt% glass: ε_r =?70.16, Q×f =?4153?GHz (at 4?GHz), τ_f =?-0.65?ppm/℃ when sintered at 925?℃ for 2?h.     

Nickel-modified zinc molybdate low temperature co-fired ceramics for two-dimensional beam splitting of array antenna in X-band

In this work, a new Zn_1-xNi_xMoO₄ (ZNMO) (x = 0.03) ceramic with low-dielectric constant, low-loss, and low-sintering temperature for X-band two-dimensional (2D) beam splitting is developed by solid-state reaction method. This ceramic has excellent microwave dielectric properties of ε_r = 8.5, Q × f = 28192 GHz, τ_f = ?60.2 ppm/°C. The effects of Ni²⁺ substitution on the microwave dielectric properties of the ZnMoO₄ ceramic are studied in detail through crystal structure analysis, Raman spectroscopy, and first-principles calculations. For the first time, an array antenna for X-band 2D electromagnetic beam splitting is designed by using this ceramic as a substrate. The effects of the dielectric constant and dielectric loss on the radiation efficiency of the array antenna are revealed. The normalized reflection amplitude and reflection phase of the unit cell exceed 0.97 and cover 360°, respectively. The function of 2D electromagnetic beam splitting is verified by the overall far-field pattern of the array antenna. This work has the opportunity to promote the development of LTCC and microwave dielectric ceramics.     

Correlation between crystal structure and modified microwave dielectric characteristics of Cu2+ substituted Li3Mg2NbO6 ceramics

Structural characteristics exert significant influences on microwave dielectric properties, and ion substitution is widely adopted to modify material performances by adjusting the crystal structure. In this work, low loss Li₃Mg_2-xCu_xNbO₆ (x?=?0–0.04) ceramics were prepared by Cu²⁺ substitution. The impacts of Cu²⁺ substitution for Mg²⁺ sites on the microwave dielectric characteristics and crystal structure were discussed in detail. Rietveld refinement results implied that a single Li₃Mg₂NbO₆ phase was formed. Additionally, a dense and homogeneous microstructure with grain sizes of 7–9?μm could be achieved, and moderate Cu²⁺ substitution could significantly promote the grain growth. The correlation between microwave dielectric characteristics and crystal structure was discussed by calculating some structural parameters. The ε_r was determined by the polarizability. The Q?×?f was influenced by the packing fraction. The τ_f value was dependent on the NbO₆ octahedron distortion, and the τ_f value could be adjusted to near zero for x?=?0.02. Typically, the Li₃Mg_2-xCu_xNbO₆ (x?=?0.02) composition exhibited remarkable microwave dielectric performances: ε_r?=?15.75, Q?×?f?=?92,134?GHz (9.86?GHz) and τ_f?=??2?ppm/°C, making it a promising candidate for temperature-stable millimeter-wave applications.     

Effects of lanthanides on structural and dielectric properties of NdNbO4-LnNbO4 ceramics

Recently, lanthanide niobates have attracted significant attentions in multi-functional materials. Herein a series of fergusonite structure-related (1-x)NdNbO₄-xLnNbO₄ (Ln = Yb, Er, Ho, Dy, Gd and Ce; 0.02 ≤ x ≤ 0.08) ceramics were prepared via conventional solid-state reaction method and the microwave dielectric properties were systematically discussed. The X-ray diffraction, Raman spectra were employed to investigate the crystal structure. Obtained results indicate that the ceramic samples present single monoclinic phase belong to the space group of I2/a. Microwave dielectric behaviors shown that the permittivity (ε_r) and the quality factor (Q × f) were influenced by the relative density, and the temperature coefficients of resonant frequency (τ_?) value kept the same variation tendency with the Nb-site bond valence. Furthermore, Far-IR and bond energy study evidenced the Ln-O oscillations dominated the main dielectric polarization and system stability. Good microwave dielectric properties, with ε_r ~ 20.88, Q × f ~ 66,510 GHz (at 8.60 GHz) and τ_f ~ ? 36.59 ppm/°C, were obtained in 0.94NdNbO₄–0.06YbNbO₄ ceramics when sintered at 1250 °C for 4 h. The (Nd_0.94Yb_0.06)NbO₄ might be potential candidate for the applications of modern microwave devices.     

High Q×f values of Zn-Ni co-modified LiMg0.9Zn0.1-xNixPO4 microwave dielectric ceramics for 5G/6G LTCC modules

In this work, Zn-Ni co-modified LiMg_0.9Zn_0.1-xNi_xPO₄ (x = 0–0.1) microwave dielectric ceramics were fabricated using a solid state synthesis route. Rietveld refinement of the XRD data revealed that all ceramic samples have formed a single phase with olivine structure. SEM images showed that the samples have a dense microstructure, that agrees with the measured relative density of 97.73 %. Based on the complex chemical bond theory, Raman and infrared reflectance spectra, we postulate that ε_r is mainly affected by the ionic polarizability, lattice and bond energy, while P-O bond plays a decisive role in Q×f and τ_f value. Optimum properties of Q×f ~ 153,500 GHz, ε_r ~ 7.13 and τ_f ~ ?59 ppm/°C were achieved for the composition LiMg_0.9Zn_0.06Ni_0.04PO₄ sintered at 875 ℃ for 2 h. This set of properties makes these ceramics an excellent candidate for LTCC, wave-guide filters and antennas for 5 G/6 G communication applications.     

Enhancing the microwave dielectric performance of SrSm2Al2O7 ceramic by Sr2+ nonstoichiometry and sintering aid addition

Sr_1+xSm₂Al₂O_7+x (0 ≤ x ≤ 0.05) ceramics were prepared by a conventional solid-state reaction method. Slight Sr²⁺ nonstoichiometry dramatically enhanced the microwave dielectric performance of the ceramics. Compared with the stoichiometric material, Sr-deficient ceramics show greatly enhanced microwave dielectric properties. For x = 0.03, the ceramics exhibited good microwave dielectric properties of ε_r = 18.31, Q × f = 78,000 GHz and τ_f = 2.28 ppm/°C. ZnO and LiF sintering aids were added to the ceramic to reduce the presintering temperature and enhance the microwave dielectric properties of the ceramics. After 0.25 wt% ZnO and 0.25 wt% LiF were added, the ceramics exhibited microwave dielectric properties of ε_r = 19.40, Q × f = 81,400 GHz and τ_f = 3.27 ppm/°C.     

Structural evolution,sintering behavior and microwave dielectric properties of Al(1-x)(Si0.5Zn0.5)xPO4 ceramics

Al_(1-x)(Si_0.5Zn_0.5)_xPO₄ (0 ≤x≤0.6) ceramics were prepared via solid state reaction process. Their structural evolution, sintering behavior and microwave dielectric properties were investigated by X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and with a network analyzer. Phase pure AlPO₄ could not be obtained for the undoped composition. However, microscopically homogeneous single phase solid solution formed within the compositional range of 0 < x ≤ 0.05. Immiscibility with two-phase structure within apparently single phase solid solution could be observed for other doped compositions (0.1 ≤ x ≤ 0.6). Small level of doping with (Si_0.5Zn_0.5)³⁺ (x≤0.4) stabilized the orthorhombic cristobalite-like AlPO₄ (C-AlPO₄) phase; while further doping led to the transformation from orthorhombic α-C-AlPO₄ into cubic β-C-AlPO₄ phase. The doping with (Si_0.5Zn_0.5)³⁺ considerably improved the sinterability and reduced the sintering temperature to ?900 °C when x = 0.6. The dielectric permittivity slightly increases and the Q × f value decreases with the increasing doping concentration. All composition demonstrate low permittivity (?_r ?4) and negative value of τ_f. Good combined microwave dielectric properties with ?_r ?3.9, Q × f?25,000 GHz and τ_f ? -25 ppm/^oC could be obtained for the x = 0.2 composition after sintering at 1200 °C/2h.     

Preparation of dense 0.9Al2O3−0.1TiO2 ceramics with highly improved microwave dielectric properties by a noncontaminated DCC method

In this paper, dense 0.9Al₂O₃ ??0.1TiO₂ ceramics with highly improved microwave dielectric properties were prepared by a noncontaminated direct coagulation casting (DCC) method. The suspension was destabilized and coagulated by consumption of the dispersant without introducing impurity ions. The effect of dispersant content, pH value and solid loading on the rheological properties of 0.9Al₂O₃ ??0.1TiO₂ suspension was investigated. It was found that 0.9Al₂O₃ ??0.1TiO₂ suspension with a high solid loading of 50?vol% and low viscosity of 0.7?Pa?s could be prepared by adding 0.5?wt% TMAOH at the pH in the range of 10–12. The suspension was coagulated by adding 2?vol% GDA when it was treated at 60 ~ 80?°C for 40 ~ 60?min. Compared with dry pressing method, more homogeneous and denser microstructure could be obtained in 0.9A1₂O₃ ??0.1TiO₂ ceramics prepared by DCC via dispersant reaction which were sintered at 1550?°C for 3?h and annealed at 1100?°C for 5?h. The Al₂TiO₅ second phase in 0.9A1₂O₃ ??0.1TiO₂ ceramics prepared by DCC via dispersant reaction could be eliminated more easily by annealing treatment. After annealing treatment, only Al₂O₃ and TiO₂ phases could be detected. Therefore, higher density and much better microwave dielectric properties with ρ?=? 3.81?±?0.02?g/cm³, ε_r =?12.17?±?0.02, Q ×?f =?25,637?±?749?GHz, τ_f =?13.12?±?1.62?ppm/°C were obtained by DCC via dispersant reaction, and the Q ×?f value almost improved by 25%. Without introducing impurity ions, it provides a new insight into preparing complex shaped function ceramics with high properties.     

Investigation of crystal characteristics,Raman spectra,and microwave dielectric properties of Mg1-xZnxTa2O6 ceramics

Mg_(1-x)Zn_xTa₂O₆ (x = 0.00?0.08) dielectric ceramics were synthesized via the traditional solid-state reaction method. We used XRD and Rietveld refinement to demonstrate that a pure Mg_(1-x)Zn_xTa₂O₆ phase with trirutile structure was formed. Zn²⁺ substitution helped to decrease the Raman full width at half width of the A_1g mode at 703 cm^?1, which resulted in an increase in the order and rigidity of the TaO₆ octahedron, this in turn contributed to improving the Q×f values. Additionally, the introduction of Zn²⁺ significantly promoted grain growth and increased the dense, and the molecular polarizability, these factors lead to a higher permittivity. Moreover, enhanced Ta-O bond energy resulted in a more stable TaO₆ octahedron in the Mg_(1?x)Zn_xTa₂O₆ system, which contributed to enhanced τ_f values via substitution of Zn²⁺ doped on the A-site. Correspondingly, the microwave dielectric properties were significantly improved for 0.04-doped samples, obtaining: ε_r = 27, Q × f = 185,000 GHz (at 7.47 GHz), τ_f =32 ppm/°C.     

Lattice structure analysis and optimised microwave dielectric properties of LiAl1-x(Zn0.5Si0.5)xO2 solid solutions

Low-permittivity LiAl_1-x(Zn_0.5Si_0.5)_xO₂ microwave dielectric ceramics were prepared by the solid-state reaction method. Single-phase LiAlO₂ solid solutions with a tetragonal structure were achieved at x ≤ 0.12. Partial substitution of [Zn_0.5Si_0.5]³⁺ for Al³⁺ could improve the microstructure and prevent from absorbing moisture of pure LiAlO₂ ceramics, which slightly increases their relative permittivity (ε_r). The quality factor (Q × f) and temperature coefficient of resonant frequency (τ_f) were closely related to the crystallinity and cation disorder of the B-site characterized by the full width at half-maximum of B₁⁽¹⁾ –mode assigned to Li–O–Al stretching. The optimum microwave dielectric properties (ε_r = 6.12, Q × f = 56986 GHz and τ_f = -122 ppm/°C) were obtained in the sample with x = 0.02 sintered at 1300 °C.     

Correlations between the structural characteristics and enhanced microwave dielectric properties of V–modified Li3Mg2NbO6 ceramics

Novel low-temperature fired Li₃Mg₂Nb_1-xV_xO₆ (x?=?0.02??0.08) microwave dielectric ceramics were synthetized by the partial substitution of V⁵⁺ ions on the Nb⁵⁺ sites. The effects of V⁵⁺ substitution on structure and microwave dielectric properties were investigated in detail. XRD patterns and Rietveld refinement demonstrated that all of the samples exhibited a single orthorhombic structure. The structural characteristics such as the polarizability, packing fraction and NbO₆ octahedron distortion were determined to establish the correlations between the structure and the microwave dielectric characteristics. The ?_r values presented a tendency similar to that of the polarizability. The high Q×f values were mainly attributed to the effects of the grain sizes and density rather than the packing fraction. The variation in the τ_f values was attributed to NbO₆ octahedron distortion. Notably, the Li₃Mg₂Nb_1-xV_xO₆ (x?=?0.02) ceramics sintered at 900?°C had outstanding microwave dielectric properties: ε_r=?16, Q×f=?131,000?GHz (9.63?GHz), and τ_f=???26?ppm/°C, making these ceramics promising ultralow loss candidates for low temperature co-fired ceramics (LTCC) applications.