Lead Free

At Define Instruments, we have become experts in solving the unique challenges associated with waving lead free PCB assemblies. Our state-of-the-art, lead free wave soldering machine guarantees a consistent, high quality outcome, and our lead free PCB assembly line assures compliance with RoHS standards.

We can help you transition to RoHS compliant circuit boards, and can assist you in determining if the components in your Bill of Materials meet RoHS standards.

We can also source lead free components for you at no additional cost, as our standard practice is to source all of our components lead free.

  • FAQ
Is it expensive to go lead free?
No. Lead free components are the same price as leaded components.
Why should I bother with RoHS compliance?
RoHS is a European Union directive which took effect in 2006 and is enforced in each EU member state. Major companies in some other countries (such as China and Japan) are embracing RoHS voluntarily. Although there is no similar US legislation pending, most manufacturers will not waste their time producing both leaded and lead free versions of a single product intended for global export.
What does RoHS stand for?
RoHS is the ‘Restriction of Certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment’. RoHS restrictions apply to five other hazardous materials as well as lead: cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyl and polybrominated biphenyl ethers.
Why is there so much concern about lead?
The primary catalyst for lead free legislation has been growing concerns that electronic products disposed in landfills could be leaking hazardous substances into groundwater systems.