Techspray has introduced both a new product that tests solder for the presence of lead and a lead-free/RoHS resource guide for PCB manufacturers and assemblers.

LeadCheck� swabs (2515-N) are a fast, easy-to-use method of testing components and solder joints for lead solder. Incoming components and boards, in addition to existing inventories, can be checked for RoHS compliance. This avoids mixed lead and lead-free inventories, lead contamination in RoHS compliant work areas, and potential penalties for shipping noncompliant products.

The Lead-Free / RoHS Guide walks you through the issues related to defluxers, wick, mask, soldering tips, and solder pots. It includes a straight-forward explanation of European regulations and the challenges that manufacturers can expect, plus a full product listing of lead-free tested Techspray products and an RoHS audit sheet. www.techspray.com