> Hi folks. I'm sorry for the off-topic post, but this is the best > collection of relevant talent that I know of. > > A surface-mount chip I've been using is now only available as a > lead-free product. I've done *nothing* with lead-free stuff...Can I > safely solder it using my standard lead-bearing solder?
Although I don't have real world experience with lead free stuff yet, we are looking at it at my day job. >From what I understand, you need to make sure your lead-free components are still compatible with a lead-based process. Some are and some aren't. Threrefore, contact your vendor and discuss it with them. Stuart
