LCI for automotive electronic systems: substitution assessment ofAg-Sn for Pb-Sn solder at Ford Motor Company

摘要

Life cycle assessment (LCA), a holistic methodology, can be usedto estimate the environmental performance of conventional lead-basedsolders and their substitutes. Data collected at Ford plants and/orprovided by Ford electronic suppliers are being used to assess theenvironmental performance of these solders. For this purpose, LCA isbeing used; a cost analysis is also being conducted