On Sun, 30 Jul 2006 23:45:07 -0700, The Radio Amateur Formerly Known As
G4KFK wrote:


Steve wrote:
I thought it was the other way round - leaded solder is ok with all
component types but lead free solder shouldn't be used with components
where the leads have lead in the plating. All the manufacturers I've
checked with say leaded solder is ok with RoHS compliant parts.

From a compliance point of view, you can't mix either type, either way
around. If you use leaded solder to assemble (or repair) an RoHS
compliant device, it won't be RoHS compliant.

Yes - I meant my comment only about the metallurgy of the joint. As I
understand it, private individuals aren't expected to abide by RoHS and it
won't be applied to personal (as opposed to business) sales.

Steve