I knew this would stir things up a bit from the other side of the pond. Two final comments.
I did a search at the UK dti.gov.uk website, the issued ROHS Directive and other linked sites, and NOWHERE could I find among the numerous exemptions one saying that kit and homebrew equipment is (or is proposed to be) exempt. If somebody can find a definitive statement then please produce it. Elecraft kits are now being produced with ROHS compliant parts, which allows them to be imported into Europe under the new directive both by individuals and other companies (Peter at QRPProject for instance). Under the directive, unless otherwise exempt, the directive dictates that such equipment MUST be assembled with lead free solder. Much as I detest lead free solder myself with all its problems and that it is going to do absolutely nothing to reduce lead pollution, that is how the directive at present stands. Those who use leaded solder are breaking the directive by compromising the ROHS compliance of the product. 73 Dave G3YMC http://www.davesergeant.com _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [email protected] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
