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“Lead-free” is the moniker used in the industry to denote a RoHS-compliant part. However, confirm with your supplier that the part is also “RoHS-compliant.” Reducing or removing only lead is not sufficient. The lead-free idea is thought to have originated in the manufacturing arena, where lead (as much as 40% of eutectic solder) must now be eliminated.
