As the lead-free change gathers pace, the electronics industry is keenly interested in reaction of its competitors. The first lead-free products are now being released, mainly from Japan, and these commercial pressures are becoming an important factor.
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Some Product Datasheets are available for direct download from the Lead-Free Data Exchange. Datasheets can be uploaded by suppliers here . Trade Associations PCIF - Representing the PCB and EMS industries. A draft of the Roadmap is presented here . NEMI, US have formed a Lead-free Task Force , released a Position Statement and now have a major project in progress.