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Default So what's the truth about lead-free solder ?

Glen Walpert wrote:
My nutshell summary of the published test results is that lead free is
significantly harder to do right than tin-lead, requiring tighter
process controls, but if done right it can be more reliable than
tin-lead for non-shock situations.


MORE reliable? Please elaborate.

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