Hi all, I just wanted to take a moment and post some pictures of the professionally constructed new blue laser I received from Badboybilly. I've owned several powerful lasers before including a green 1W which he had made for me previously but as with any addiction, you just have to keep upping the dose! :evil: This one's coming in at well over 5W on the meter with a three-elment lens and is just a heck of a lot of fun https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=La5HC7P6Jos. Bill's build quality is impeccable as usual and the machining of the brass and alloy host is top notch with it being a nearly seamless transition between the two materials. Divergence can be adjusted of course by turning the little knob on the muzzle end for burning at different ranges. Activtion is via the small firing button on the side which illuminates with a LED once the safety button on the end cap has been depressed, and another click of the safety button deactivates the unit making it safe to carry in a flashlight holster. All in all it's simply an awesome laser and I can't recommend his work enough to anyone looking for a high quality and beautiful build!
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Badboybilly Does It Again
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What should I purchase to get this diode working at full power?
https://sites.google.com/site/dtrlpf...nm-laser-diode
Hello, I am thinking of building a laser with this diode. I was wondering what drivers and whatnot I would need to get this diode to output the 6-7 watts shown on the page. Also does anyone know of a way to add like a rotary dial to adjust the power levels, so I could turn it down to 1 watt or up to 7 kind of deal. Thank you for the help. Also what batteries do you recommend I run with this?
Hello, I am thinking of building a laser with this diode. I was wondering what drivers and whatnot I would need to get this diode to output the 6-7 watts shown on the page. Also does anyone know of a way to add like a rotary dial to adjust the power levels, so I could turn it down to 1 watt or up to 7 kind of deal. Thank you for the help. Also what batteries do you recommend I run with this?
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Pics from 6-13-18
Another Mirror Setup:wave:. A few with prisms involved.
Wavelengths in play (maximum 1 of each; not every wavelength in every picture):
650nm
520nm
488nm
405nm
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A shot to see what the setup looks like:
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IMAG3176 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
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IMAG3089 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
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IMAG3102 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
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IMAG3118 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
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IMAG3172 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
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IMAG3206 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
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IMAG3215 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
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IMAG3198 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
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IMAG3188 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
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IMAG3190 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
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IMAG3146 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
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IMAG3134 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
Wavelengths in play (maximum 1 of each; not every wavelength in every picture):
650nm
520nm
488nm
405nm
:beer:
A shot to see what the setup looks like:
IMAG3176 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
IMAG3089 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
IMAG3102 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
IMAG3118 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
IMAG3172 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
IMAG3206 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
IMAG3215 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
IMAG3198 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
IMAG3188 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
IMAG3190 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
IMAG3146 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
IMAG3134 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr↧
Thanks for the million rep
Thanks to all that think that much of my contribution. I do try to not be dead weight.
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Want to see my house?
.... well I call it my house.
It's the iconic Sydney Opera House.
Once a year Sydney puts on a massive Light Show in May/June (winter) called 'Vivid'.
They project patterns and animations on the Opera House and surrounding landmarks for about 2 weeks and it's been getting bigger and bigger each year.
These were not taken this year (because I was sick) but I still hope you enjoy my photography from yesteryear.
It's a lot harder than it looks to photograph properly and clearly at night such an animated display.
I employ some very special techniques to achieve this level of clarity and not to mention waiting around for ever trying to minimise the number of people in the shot.
Enjoy and welcome to 'my House'.
RB
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I call the next one, "Finding Nemo" from the Animated movie of the same name:
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And finally just a 'normal' shot while the Vivid Festival was not on:
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It's the iconic Sydney Opera House.
Once a year Sydney puts on a massive Light Show in May/June (winter) called 'Vivid'.
They project patterns and animations on the Opera House and surrounding landmarks for about 2 weeks and it's been getting bigger and bigger each year.
These were not taken this year (because I was sick) but I still hope you enjoy my photography from yesteryear.
It's a lot harder than it looks to photograph properly and clearly at night such an animated display.
I employ some very special techniques to achieve this level of clarity and not to mention waiting around for ever trying to minimise the number of people in the shot.
Enjoy and welcome to 'my House'.
RB
I call the next one, "Finding Nemo" from the Animated movie of the same name:
And finally just a 'normal' shot while the Vivid Festival was not on:
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What is going on!?
everytime I try to go to go Sanwu lasers site I keep getting Norton virus warnings that say the site is potentially fake or high risk!? I tried on my laptop and my IPhone and they are both saying the same. Has anyone else had this problem?
Sorry everyone, disregard this post. I didn't realized it had already been brought up :p
Sorry everyone, disregard this post. I didn't realized it had already been brought up :p
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Help me salvage pictures off a messed up SD
I was taking pictures today when I filled my memory card. So, I deleted old pictures and kept taking more. When I tried putting them on the computer, there was about 75 that didn't make it. Along with a few errors and malfunctions with a couple cameras trying to read and transfer those pics, and the computer not recognizing anything in the SD slot which could be a computer problem, I've determined the missing pics are still intact as the are viewable on the cameras.
Unless I can find a way to read the card directly with my computer, I see only a few available options:
Try transferring them to my phone via wifi only getting maybe 1-2MP of the 18MP per image, which sucks, but is better than nothing.
You guys helping me find a way to use my camera to read the files, and hack into it to copy them off.
Or maybe one of you mad scientists can force salvage info off memory cards?
Thanks for any help and ideas. I'll work on wifi transferring
Unless I can find a way to read the card directly with my computer, I see only a few available options:
Try transferring them to my phone via wifi only getting maybe 1-2MP of the 18MP per image, which sucks, but is better than nothing.
You guys helping me find a way to use my camera to read the files, and hack into it to copy them off.
Or maybe one of you mad scientists can force salvage info off memory cards?
Thanks for any help and ideas. I'll work on wifi transferring
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Hello all
Hi there,
I'm someone who's fairly new to lasers in general, living in the UK - I came across these forums when trying to find out more about them for my job, and am intrigued to consider trying to build my own someday (when I can get the time!)
Nice to meet you all.
I'm someone who's fairly new to lasers in general, living in the UK - I came across these forums when trying to find out more about them for my job, and am intrigued to consider trying to build my own someday (when I can get the time!)
Nice to meet you all.
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Ooch, dont buy!
SANWU Guardian 1800mW 462nm Focusable Ice-Blue Laser Pointer (Coppery)
I found this link trying to log onto Sanwu's site. Check out their prices. They got to be double what Sanwu charges. Somebodys trying to get rich off of Sanwu. :tsk:
Check out the price on this one!
SANWU Challenger II 1000mW 520nm Focusable Green Laser Pointer (Silver)
I found this link trying to log onto Sanwu's site. Check out their prices. They got to be double what Sanwu charges. Somebodys trying to get rich off of Sanwu. :tsk:
Check out the price on this one!
SANWU Challenger II 1000mW 520nm Focusable Green Laser Pointer (Silver)
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Review of Billy's awseome 1.1w NDG7475 Custom Brass Masterpiece.
BadBoyBilly's a master at turning out some wonderful hosts & builds.
I own many of his creations as I'm such a big fan.
This is a mini review of one of my latest acquisitions from him.
The 1.1w NDG7475 Custom Brass 'Green Menace'.
Smooth awesome lines define this superb Brass build.
The host is approx. 160mm (6.3") long by 35mm (1.38") at it's widest (head).
A gorgeous Blue Volt Meter let's you constantly know the status of the two 18350's.
A single Stainless Steel Latching switch lays flush with the host, as does the Volt Meter, each in it's own perfectly recessed face on the body of the unit.
Beautiful !!
Such tight tolerances, a signature the defines and runs throughout all of Billy's work, gives this laser a rock solid feel in your hand with zero rattles or looseness in handling.
The weight and balance is perfect, one of the best of Billy's units that I've had the privilege of owning, but believe me it's tough to choose 'a' best one of Billy's, they're all fantastic.
I've put my own custom focus ring (made by Rich) which gives me effortless minute focusing ability, minimising the chance of burning my fingers.
This wonderful NDG7475, in a 20mm copper module, is powered by a 1.8 amp X-drive produces such a powerful green beam, I've named it "The Green Menace".
For most of the beam shots I had to fully defocus the beam to take a photo safely so as not to burn down my house. :crackup:
The only focused beam shot was the hallway shot.
I can easily run this around a minute without the host breaking a sweat.
Since it uses two 18350's, the host remains a perfect size to handle.
The host breaks down in two pieces and screws together perfectly taking ten full turns to lock the two pieces in tight and secure.
There really isn't much more that I can say about this beautiful build except to say that BadBoyBilly has never let me down.
Not by his service.
Not by his packaging and shipping.
Not by his immediate responses.
Not by his ingenuity and workmanship.
Not by his friendship.
He is always a pleasure to do business with.
Billy, sorry I took so long to do a review buddy but as you know, I'm a very busy man, but I never forget how you always treat me like a gentleman and a friend.
I have no hesitation in recommending to anyone who is after a custom build to contact Billy and have a chat.
Billy is based in Australia and ships worldwide.
So here's the photos and some beam shots.
Please note that the batteries were not fully charged at the time of the photos.
I may add some night shots outside when the weather permits.
RB
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:drool:
I own many of his creations as I'm such a big fan.
This is a mini review of one of my latest acquisitions from him.
The 1.1w NDG7475 Custom Brass 'Green Menace'.
Smooth awesome lines define this superb Brass build.
The host is approx. 160mm (6.3") long by 35mm (1.38") at it's widest (head).
A gorgeous Blue Volt Meter let's you constantly know the status of the two 18350's.
A single Stainless Steel Latching switch lays flush with the host, as does the Volt Meter, each in it's own perfectly recessed face on the body of the unit.
Beautiful !!
Such tight tolerances, a signature the defines and runs throughout all of Billy's work, gives this laser a rock solid feel in your hand with zero rattles or looseness in handling.
The weight and balance is perfect, one of the best of Billy's units that I've had the privilege of owning, but believe me it's tough to choose 'a' best one of Billy's, they're all fantastic.
I've put my own custom focus ring (made by Rich) which gives me effortless minute focusing ability, minimising the chance of burning my fingers.
This wonderful NDG7475, in a 20mm copper module, is powered by a 1.8 amp X-drive produces such a powerful green beam, I've named it "The Green Menace".
For most of the beam shots I had to fully defocus the beam to take a photo safely so as not to burn down my house. :crackup:
The only focused beam shot was the hallway shot.
I can easily run this around a minute without the host breaking a sweat.
Since it uses two 18350's, the host remains a perfect size to handle.
The host breaks down in two pieces and screws together perfectly taking ten full turns to lock the two pieces in tight and secure.
There really isn't much more that I can say about this beautiful build except to say that BadBoyBilly has never let me down.
Not by his service.
Not by his packaging and shipping.
Not by his immediate responses.
Not by his ingenuity and workmanship.
Not by his friendship.
He is always a pleasure to do business with.
Billy, sorry I took so long to do a review buddy but as you know, I'm a very busy man, but I never forget how you always treat me like a gentleman and a friend.
I have no hesitation in recommending to anyone who is after a custom build to contact Billy and have a chat.
Billy is based in Australia and ships worldwide.
So here's the photos and some beam shots.
Please note that the batteries were not fully charged at the time of the photos.
I may add some night shots outside when the weather permits.
RB
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:drool:
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Happy Fathers Day!
Here's wishing all the fathers here at LPF a Happy Fathers Day!. :wave:
For those of you who are not fathers, don't forget to wish your father a Happy Fathers Day!
For those of you happen to live "Down Under", you can celebrate with us today, and again in September when you normally celebrate. :yh:
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For those of you who are not fathers, don't forget to wish your father a Happy Fathers Day!
For those of you happen to live "Down Under", you can celebrate with us today, and again in September when you normally celebrate. :yh:
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Father's Day Pic-a-roos
Happy Father's Day. I grabbed these last night after tucking mine in :yh:
This is not a Chain-saw ad...I initially used the 'blank' side of the box for a 'vertical' mirror setup, and somehow ended up with what you see here:crackup:
Some ended up kinda funny...maybe Husqvarna should put some lasers on their saws... (see the last pic I added, lol)
Anyways - there are a few GIFs here as I thought they were cool enough to share. I looked around trying to find the max size for a GIF, please let me know if I need to remove/edit them.
490nm Labby and a 650nm Aixiz module in a Aizix 12mm heatsink were used here.
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videotogif_2018.06.17_11.17.02 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
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IMAG3392 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
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IMAG3348 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
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IMAG3408 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
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IMAG3364 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
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videotogif_2018.06.17_10.33.51 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
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videotogif_2018.06.17_10.57.25 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
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IMAG3421 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
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IMAG3385 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
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IMAG3388 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
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IMAG3407 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
Adding this one for funny points:
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IMAG3397 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
This is not a Chain-saw ad...I initially used the 'blank' side of the box for a 'vertical' mirror setup, and somehow ended up with what you see here:crackup:
Some ended up kinda funny...maybe Husqvarna should put some lasers on their saws... (see the last pic I added, lol)
Anyways - there are a few GIFs here as I thought they were cool enough to share. I looked around trying to find the max size for a GIF, please let me know if I need to remove/edit them.
490nm Labby and a 650nm Aixiz module in a Aizix 12mm heatsink were used here.
videotogif_2018.06.17_11.17.02 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
IMAG3392 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
IMAG3348 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
IMAG3408 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
IMAG3364 by Lewie Wilkinson, on FlickrGIF
videotogif_2018.06.17_10.33.51 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
videotogif_2018.06.17_10.57.25 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
IMAG3421 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
IMAG3385 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
IMAG3388 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr
IMAG3407 by Lewie Wilkinson, on FlickrAdding this one for funny points:
IMAG3397 by Lewie Wilkinson, on Flickr↧
happy fathers day to all those who are not a father
Not everyone is a father BUT EVERYONE IS A FATHER TO SOMEONE OR SOMETHING. Happy caretaker day.
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how to mount the numb diodes?
is there a host that fits the new numb series of diodes or do they have to be decanned. Anyone sell such a decanning device? Also I use to have a nice set of mounting blocks you put the diode in then it the back to mount it. Who sells those anymore?
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Ky-004 laser safe (can't find class)
I am wanting to build a laser projector of soughts and have no prior laser experience. The method I saw used a laser pointer and spinned mirrors while turning the laser on and off.
I have bought the ky-008 laser module off eBay and I can't find the mW rating or class. All I know is it draws 30ma.
I am primarily worried about reflections off the mirrors.
Is this laser going to be safe? If not were can I get a reputable laser diode that is low power?
I have bought the ky-008 laser module off eBay and I can't find the mW rating or class. All I know is it draws 30ma.
I am primarily worried about reflections off the mirrors.
Is this laser going to be safe? If not were can I get a reputable laser diode that is low power?
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New High Power Diodes and Increased Beam Divergence
Regarding high power 445nm diodes where the beam divergence increases/worsens as the power increases:
Question: Does the divergence get significantly worse above a certain wattage such as, above 3W or above 5W?
Or does the divergence get worse (in general) in a even, linear way? For example, the divergence for a 4W diode is twice that for a 2W diode if both are running at full power?
I've been gone from LPF for a while so if anyone has a link to a thread which already answers this question, please link here.
Thank you for your help.
Question: Does the divergence get significantly worse above a certain wattage such as, above 3W or above 5W?
Or does the divergence get worse (in general) in a even, linear way? For example, the divergence for a 4W diode is twice that for a 2W diode if both are running at full power?
I've been gone from LPF for a while so if anyone has a link to a thread which already answers this question, please link here.
Thank you for your help.
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New single mode 520nm diode from Sharp
Hi all,
just found this and want to share it with you:
https://www.reddit.com/r/MVIS/commen...4x_targets_ai/
It is the 520nm diode that was on Sharps website for ages, and marked as "under development". It will output 130mW (this is the spec from the datasheet), but we all know that these can be driven at multiple of this rating :wave:
Here is a picture with the new and the "old" 515nm diode:
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Can't wait to see the first beam shots here in the forum!
Singlemode
just found this and want to share it with you:
https://www.reddit.com/r/MVIS/commen...4x_targets_ai/
It is the 520nm diode that was on Sharps website for ages, and marked as "under development". It will output 130mW (this is the spec from the datasheet), but we all know that these can be driven at multiple of this rating :wave:
Here is a picture with the new and the "old" 515nm diode:
Can't wait to see the first beam shots here in the forum!
Singlemode
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Hi-Power Hosts, dual-switch, DTR Heatsink compatible
I've been gone from LPF for a while and noticed some host makers and manufacturers are now gone.
I am looking for a production item (non-custom) host, momentary side switch/on-off rear clicky switch, compatible with DTR's larger heatsinks (20mm or 25mm). I am thinking that, with the advent of the high-power 445nm diodes out now, this host should be available somewhere.
Are there any sources for this type of host who make this as an off-the-shelf item on a regular basis? I prefer to avoid getting into commissioning someone to make a custom host at this time (extra work, time, cost, and other possible difficulties).
Thank you for your help.
I am looking for a production item (non-custom) host, momentary side switch/on-off rear clicky switch, compatible with DTR's larger heatsinks (20mm or 25mm). I am thinking that, with the advent of the high-power 445nm diodes out now, this host should be available somewhere.
Are there any sources for this type of host who make this as an off-the-shelf item on a regular basis? I prefer to avoid getting into commissioning someone to make a custom host at this time (extra work, time, cost, and other possible difficulties).
Thank you for your help.
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Hi from Australia
I am super interested in display technologies but have no experience :P. Keen to learn a lot from this forum.
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FS: Sharp 88mW @ 503nm, case + "mech-mod" build :)
Hi everyone,
Up for grabs: Sharp SB217HL91 - 88mw @ 503nm custom mech-mod build
Details below:
- Lifetime17 custom 23mm aluminium 510 sink with a threaded insulating adapter for the case + diodes.
- Sharp SB217HL91 Case + <505nm ( running ~88mW @ ~503nm ) mounted in a 12mm copper module
- Astral Omnidrive set@240mA
- G2 lens
- 22mm Mech-mod body, stainless/steel, secure "slide-first" push button, micro groove finish ( fits 1x 18650, 2x 16340 ) PS: this build runs 1x 18650
Price: $120usd + postage
Payment: Paypal
Postage: $8.00usd international with tracking ( $4.00usd EU )
service: Deutsch Post International (7-9 b/d)
Any Q's please ask, pics below :D
Thanks,
J :beer:
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Also here is a link to my other items fs: https://laserpointerforums.com/f39/f...ml#post1534816
J :beer:
Up for grabs: Sharp SB217HL91 - 88mw @ 503nm custom mech-mod build
Details below:
- Lifetime17 custom 23mm aluminium 510 sink with a threaded insulating adapter for the case + diodes.
- Sharp SB217HL91 Case + <505nm ( running ~88mW @ ~503nm ) mounted in a 12mm copper module
- Astral Omnidrive set@240mA
- G2 lens
- 22mm Mech-mod body, stainless/steel, secure "slide-first" push button, micro groove finish ( fits 1x 18650, 2x 16340 ) PS: this build runs 1x 18650
Price: $120usd + postage
Payment: Paypal
Postage: $8.00usd international with tracking ( $4.00usd EU )
service: Deutsch Post International (7-9 b/d)
Any Q's please ask, pics below :D
Thanks,
J :beer:
Also here is a link to my other items fs: https://laserpointerforums.com/f39/f...ml#post1534816
J :beer:
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