Is there really such a thing as RoHS 3?
I recently made a video about the different versions of the RoHS Directive, and in it I mentioned that the 2015/863 Delegated Directive is often called “RoHS 3”. But here’s the catch: that name is not official. On the European Commission’s website, the evolution of the RoHS framework is presented as follows: Directive 2002/95/EC — […]
“Lead-free” doesn’t mean RoHS compliant
Five common answers that don’t guarantee RoHS compliance Many procurement departments face a real challenge: sourcing electronic components that actually comply with the RoHS Directive. When requesting a declaration of compliance, it’s common to get answers that sound reasonable… but don’t actually prove anything. Here are five typical supplier responses that don’t guarantee RoHS compliance, […]
