Software speeds RoHS compliance testing

Software enables rapid screening of electronics systems, PC boards, plastic parts and components for RoHS compliance.

Innov-X Systems has extended its leadership in X-ray fluorescence (XRF) technology with the release of new RoHS-Star software to assist manufacturers in complying with the European Union's Restriction on Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive.

The new software enables rapid screening of electronics systems, PC boards, plastic parts and components for RoHS compliance.

"We are dedicated to helping the electronic component suppliers, OEMs, and contract manufacturers mitigate the impact of RoHS", says Don Sackett, President of Innov-X.

"This is a complex directive and we are helping worldwide manufacturers mitigate the impact of it on their operations".

"The new RoHS-Star software demonstrates our commitment to supporting this vital industry".

The new RoHS-Star software makes it possible to screen large quantities of electronics and components quickly without stopping to reprogram the XRF system for each sample tested.

It automatically senses and adjusts for the different types - alloy, plastic or mixed samples.

Mixed samples, consisting of both plastic and alloy, can be wires and/or finished circuit boards.

It uses settings, algorithms and calibrations which are best suited to the specific sample.

This guarantees the best analytical results without changing analysis mode for each sample.

The software simplifies screening, as described by IEC protocol, with its pass/fail guidelines.

Alternatively, users may customise the analysis by entering their specific pass/fail criteria.

The screen clearly displays information for each sample, as well as indicating whether the overall sample is compliant or not.

Portable XRF is ideal as the nondestructive testing (NDT) method for RoHS screening.

It is described in a protocol published by the IEC Advisory Committee on Environmental Aspects.

Such screening allows manufacturers to segregate leaded and lead-free inventory, perform due diligence testing to verify supplier certifications, and integrate with process quality control for ISO9000.

The simple point-and-shoot operation of Innov-X's analysers makes them ideal for on-the-spot or high-volume testing without the need for sample preparation.

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