how did they measure light size?
"650 nanometers" like what? Did they just put a microscope and turn on anything with red light and measure it? also why is it 650nm when light can illuminate the entire room? as far as I'm concerned,...
View ArticleIs 375nm light the same as 405nm?
I have a black light flashlight that's ranged 375-380nm and it looks like the same purple light that my old violet laser pointer had. Like 100% same color and everything. Side note, is it safe to shine...
View ArticleHow come my eyes are hurting?
So I forgot to mention that in my previous post. I have a 15Watt blacklight Flashlight and the reflected light bounces on my eyes, now my eyes are aching with a stinging pain. It hurts when I look left...
View ArticleWTB RGB laser modules for a project.
Hello! I want to buy 3 modules, one red, green, blue, all around 5-20mW for a project. However, I want these modules to be able to have one common power source (1 power supply) for the three diodes. I...
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532nm dpss "FLASHLIGHT" laser pen build
Hi, a couple days ago, i zapped my 405nm laser with a piezo, after 3 times, it died:(. I know its stupid. And that sh*t happened while i'm going on vacation next week. No way i would get a new diode by...
View Article405nm Driver || Help!
Hi! I'm in the middle of building a blue ray laser for a television show that wants to show how blu-ray dvd players can be hacked. (Don't worry: I'm making sure all safety info is disclosed.) The...
View ArticleHiya! My Sanwu Spiker just got here. Just have a couple of questions.
How do I switch between modes? I currently have it locked in safety mode at 10 mw, and I've not been able to get it to do anything but strobe. I also can't get it out of safety mode - half tapping five...
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100W Laser repair!
Hello everyone. I come to you today with my first laser (beyond those 5mW toy lasers) I figured if I will go anywhere, I might as well go big so I purchases a second hand greenlight medical laser...
View Articletesting my 1000-1500mw 450nm Ebay laser!
so i decided to make a video about my $50 laser buyed from Ebay, the seller claims it was 1500mw. so here it is! :D https://youtu.be/XY2nW84tTPw
View ArticleHowdy all!
Hey there everyone! Just wanted to go ahead and post a first thread and say my hellos! I am a new laser enthusiast (Not really new, but I'd like to learn more!) I hope that everyone here can help me...
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Feilong 32650
Did Feilong change how the look from original? I got a new set of them and the tops look different from my older ones. Can't take a pic at the moment and I really don't want to test the capacity rigtht...
View ArticleNew member looking for info!
Hi everybody! I just joined and I am new to the laser world, I have been browsing your lovely community and reading on the types of lasers, where to buy, what to buy (somewhat). I love the green lasers...
View ArticleWicked Laser's Drivers
From what I know, their laser drivers can adjust overtime according to the heat. Which makes it unlimited duty cycle. I always wanted a WL product of my own to try them out. I love how you can set the...
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NUBM08 4.3W 455nm Laser Diode
NUBM08 4.3W 455nm Laser Diode The new stock lens looks to be a shorter focal length lens. I will add more details as I get time to test them. The divergence from first glance seems the same as the...
View ArticleLaser Help for my 2W m140 base
Hey, I just really messed up while trying to strip some wires I pulled one of the wires out of the diode and now I have no idea on how to open it up to resolder it, if still possible. I have my build...
View ArticleWhere can I get an aluminum carrying case for my laser? (Details inside)
Watching this video(skip to 1:22), I noticed that the case that laser came in was very very nice, and would fit my laser really well. Does anyone know where I could buy the case and just the case?
View ArticleSafe to leave in hot car?
Hey guys. Long time reader, first-time poster. I'm being shoved out of my dorm for three weeks while they close it for cleaning between school years. I found a place to stay in the meantime, but I...
View ArticleLighting a match 40 feet away.
Just wanted to show you guys my 1 watt 405nm laser. He's a little video of it instantly lighting a match from 40 feet away.. I would have tried from further, and I'm sure it would have easily done it...
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Pushed hard 07E 465nm in D mag. Amazing color I haven't seen.
So I had decided to build another one but this time push it harder the my other one that is running at 4.8A. I set the SXD all the way to the max stop point on the pot and was shocked at the color...
View ArticleWTB: NUBM44 Build
Hello, I'm wanting to get back into the hobby and get take advantage of these new awesome diodes. (I tried this before and it didn't work out, details below). I am looking to buy a NUBM44 Build. Only...
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