Curios about something...

[+Arndtwe]

I was reading comparisons between different GPSr and noticed "RoHS version available:" as one of the features. Can someone please explain this? Thanks in advance!

[+Cardinal Red]

I was reading comparisons between different GPSr and noticed "RoHS version available:" as one of the features. Can someone please explain this? Thanks in advance!

 

RoHS, also known as Lead-Free, stands for Restriction of Hazardous Substances. RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC restricts the use of six hazardous materials found in electrical and electronic products. All applicable products in the EU market after July 1, 2006 must pass RoHS compliance.

[+Sputnik 57]

Not to be confused with ROUS's which can also be hazardous if you ever find yourself in a fire swamp.

[+Miragee]

I was reading comparisons between different GPSr and noticed "RoHS version available:" as one of the features. Can someone please explain this? Thanks in advance!

 

RoHS, also known as Lead-Free, stands for Restriction of Hazardous Substances. RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC restricts the use of six hazardous materials found in electrical and electronic products. All applicable products in the EU market after July 1, 2006 must pass RoHS compliance.

Thanks for the clarification. Coincidentally, I am reading a book a friend gave me for Christmas. It is called "Exposed" and is by Mark Schapiro. It tells the story about the EU and its new power for change when it comes to Toxic Chemicals. It is an excellent, and maddening, read.

[+RRLover]

Not to be confused with ROUS's which can also be hazardous if you ever find yourself in a fire swamp.

Rodents Of Unusual Size . . . . :^)

 

Norm

[+RRLover]

Error + duplicate

Edited December 27, 2007 by RRLover