> I have heard that there exist lead free components that are not > compatible with traditional lead based > processes, but I've yet to see one. In fact, every part that I've seen > has a tin matte plating. I hear this > from vendors, but I have never see it (Other than parts that never were > lead compatible even prior to > RoHS...). I am beginning to wonder how much of this is FUD.. > > Stuart - Do you know anyone who has actually seen any...?... For that > matter, has anyone on this list *actually* > seen it?
I haven't seen any, but I haven't looked either. My day job is at a company which stuck its head in the sand regarding RoHS for several years. Then, we found an opt-out clause in the relevant EU directives which our lawyers interpreted as exempting us. Therefore, it isn't something I need to actively worry about. However, I do try to keep it on my radar screen and read about it when I need to. But I haven no *practical* experience with any RoHS processes or issues. Stuart
