Lead free solder

SteveA · Post by **SteveA** » Fri Sep 05, 2008 1:47 pm

Before I start assembly, a quick question. Not knowing the spec of the components, can anyone tell me whether they are suitable for assembly with lead free solder or do I need to get some non-RoHS compliant solder?
Lead free solder of course having a higher melting temperature, approx 350 deg C

Thanks,
Steve

Post by **brentp** » Fri Sep 05, 2008 3:05 pm

Hi Steve,

Yes, you may use lead free solder for assembling the kit.

What brand/alloy solder are you planning to use?

Regards,

SteveA · Post by **SteveA** » Fri Sep 05, 2008 3:22 pm

I plan to use a rosin flux based solder made by Multicore, 99.3% Tin, 0.7% Copper Alloy. Normal type of stuff see use for surface mount compents.
More about it here http://uk.farnell.com/5090866/mechanica ... tid=130713

Steve

Dimbit · Post by **Dimbit** » Sat Sep 06, 2008 9:06 am

I'm always wary of using lead free solder in a high vibration environment. If you do use it, use it well. It might be wise to add some extra dampening/padding under the unit once in place. I've seen loads of faults caused by lead free solder cracking.