RoHS, which stands for the Restriction of Hazardous Substances, is governed by the RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and its updated version, RoHS 3 (EU 2015/863). These directives lay out strict regulations concerning the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.

In our industry-leading laboratory, our cable experts conduct RoHS testing as an integral part of our quality assurance (QA) protocols. We also offer independent testing services for third-party cables to determine their compliance with RoHS regulations.

The Directive lists the following substances as hazardous when used in excess of specified limits:

RoHS testing is non-destructive, as specified in BS EN 62321-1:2013, and it involves the use of X-Ray Fluorescent Spectrometry, as detailed in BS EN 62321-3-1:2014. This method involves placing an XRF analyzer in direct contact with the cable sample. The analyzer emits X-ray radiation, which interacts with the atomic structure of the cable's surface, causing electrons to move within the atoms. As these electrons return to their original positions, they release energy in the form of fluorescence. This energy is measured and compared RoHS, which stands for the Restriction of Hazardous Substances, is governed by the RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and its updated version, RoHS 3 (EU 2015/863). These directives lay out strict regulations concerning the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.

In our industry-leading laboratory, our cable experts conduct RoHS testing as an integral part of our quality assurance (QA) protocols. We also offer independent testing services for third-party cables to determine their compliance with RoHS regulations.

The Directive lists the following substances as hazardous when used in excess of specified limits: with the specific unique energy signatures for each material type, allowing for the detection of particular materials and their proportions within the sample.

RoHS test results are typically presented as a Pass or Fail, indicating whether the tested cable complies with RoHS regulations or not.

For more information on the quality assurance protocols we implement to ensure that only RoHS-compliant cables are included in our cable portfolio at Eland Cables, as well as our quality accreditations, including the BSI RoHS Trusted Kitemark™, which underscores our commitment to compliance, please visit our website. It's worth noting that we are the only UK cable supplier that holds both the RoHS Trusted Kitemark and accreditation to UKAS ISO 17025 test methods for RoHS cable testing. This demonstrates our dedication to ensuring the safety and environmental responsibility of our cable products.