[sdiy] Heading towards RoHS compliance

[John Blacet]

---You will also notice a small increase in soldering time as the lead
free does not conduct heat as well.

For hobbyist uses, going lead free is probably just added expense. The
price of the solder is just stunning!

> Hey all,
>
> I'm considering getting some RoHS compliant PCBs made.
>
> It'll be strictly PTH parts - but I'll be hand-soldering them.
>
> I guess I'll need to change solder and tip but is there any other
> 'real-world' advice from anyone that has made the jump?
>
> I'm UK-based - so any suggestions for a decent brand of no-clean solder...
> (mmm, and maybe a new soldering iron... and...)
>
> Thanks,
>
> Justin
>
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John Blacet