> On Mar 26, 2008, at 10:30 AM, Bob Blick wrote: > On Thu, 27 Mar 2008 00:30:45 +1300, "Apptech" > > said: >> ROHS Roll back the lead-free initiative 12 ROHS myths - >> 9-13-2007 - EDN >> http://www.edn.com/article/CA6477864.html >> >> The detailed EPA investigation described /linked below is >> said to conclude that ROHS sucks and that it is worse for >> the environment than tin-lead solder was. > > Oh yeah, this is the same EPA that calls the expansion of coal burning > "clear skies". > > As much as I hate the new solder, I really don't believe anything the > EPA says. Find some credible report and get back to me. > > Cheerful regards, > > Bob Prove that ROHS is not just another "feel good" program that uses money and effort that could be applied for much better results. The EPA has never been good at cost versus benefits analysis and that has been true from the beginning of their existence. I have always felt that ROHS is another program that steals money and time from the populace, who are ultimately the best at determining what is best for them. cc -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist