Non-compliant evaluation tools

Seems to be a bit of a fuss in mainland Europe at present in respect of semiconductor development tools, their RoHS status, and why are some manufacturer’s still supplying non-compliant parts.

Back in 2006 I can clearly remember the concerns around “semiconductor evaluation boards” often referred to as…

Lead-free problems for the Xbox

Tests in the US concluded that lead-free solders were no better, or worse, than traditional lead based solder, just different, and overall provide no benefit to the environment, especially if lead is adequately controlled.