Intel gets the Lead Out

Intel has already reduced the amount of lead in its processors by 95 percent as of 2004, but Intel will eliminate lead completely in its product line starting with the new Penryn model of Core 2 Duo processors using a 45nm process later this year. Intel will reportedly use an alloy of tin, silver and copper in place of lead. Only about 0.02 grams of lead remain to be eliminated. More... [Dana Baggett]