FAQ

Q: What is the difference between Pure Tin and Tin?

A: In the days before the electronics industry was forced to remove all lead from it's process, the use of lead in a tin deposit was a standard practice. There was only one type of tin plating back then and that has changed as of the last 24 months. There are now Pure Tin's on the market that are resistant to forming whiskers AND are ROHS compliant.

Pure tins are now available and they are compliant with ROHS regulations. That is great news, but with the loss of lead, now the risk of whiskering is back unless you take specific steps to reduce the occurence of them. We can help you with this.

The important item to remember is that "Tin" does contain some trace amounts of Lead (.05%) where as "Pure Tin" contains little or no lead and is ROHS compliant.