Who are reliably suppliers of 405, (460-488), 520, and 638 nm diodes?
Hi Everyone! First off, just want to say, you guys have been a big help to me in the past! I'm looking to get 405, 460-488, 520-525, and 638 nm raw diodes rated from 500mW - 1+ W, and would like to get...
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Folks, don't worry, none of this is of alien origin.... NONE. We are in control. Only crackpot tin hat wearing conspiracy fringe nuts would think they are real.
View ArticleShould i get this laser?
i have decided to be done with the cheapo ebay lasers, and i was thinking about getting a more powerful laser, such as maybe a 1w blue, i have found a handful of places to get a 1w blue, but for the...
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Guys I have ordered a green laser finAly! Laser 303. This will be my first laser, woohoo!!! Right so I did want a red laser. But oh well next time. Question is what safety glasses would I need ? Do...
View ArticleLooking for most powerful laser for about 100$
I'm basically looking for the most I can get for ABOUT $100. Preferably 520nm. I'm really hoping someone may have a slightly used custom build exceeding 200mW I've seen others on here for about $100....
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467nm 5W Optical Corrected 8 Lenses System Blue Balista Handheld Laser.
This was a suffering and painful birth, but after 9 months of development full of mistakes and mishaps I'm very proud to introduce You the best 467nm build ever! A lot of guys have contributed to the...
View ArticleSSY1 ND YAG Divergence Question
OK, I've spent an hour searching the web today trying to find the approximate divergence of small ND YAG lasers such as the SSY1 which use close to a 3.5mm X 60mm rod, so far I'm not satisfied with...
View ArticleWhere to find 10440 in US
Hello, I am trying to find somewhere that sells unprotected 10440 batteries, All I seem to be able to find are ___fire brand. I would rather not go that route. Anyone know of a reliable website in the...
View ArticleDo laser diodes have a shelf life?
I was looking at the Wicked Laser webpage and they state that laser diodes have a shelf life of 3-4 years. Two of my beloved greenies (Dragonlaser & WL Krypton) are 2014 vintage. Can I expect them...
View ArticleHow to assembly a 520nm astronomy laser pointer
Hi, I would like to build a 520nm laser pointer with a <5mw power to use on my telescope, something that stands low temperatures and it is not too powerful (harmful). Something like this...
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Cypreus IIIb reactivated with 10x fixed magnification Linos beam expander.
Here I'm again :whistle: After the first Cypreus IIIb version: http://laserpointerforums.com/f40/nu...-jl-94913.html the second Cypreus IIIb (reloaded) version:...
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What do I need to fix this part of my laser
My Sanwu pocket had a problem. As I was focusing the lens, I noticed it no longer focused. But as I continue turning my lens end counterclockwise, I actually unscrew the copper module from the...
View ArticleMilitary Anti-Laser Laser
New Scientist News: Drones get first anti-laser lasers to stop being shot down. http://google.com/newsstand/s/CBIwoIua9S0 Here is some more reading material gents as it seems laser beam are beginning...
View ArticleWicked Lasers Krapton
If any of you have been trying to save up for the wicked lasers krypton nows the time to buy it... They've literally halfed the price. It's gone from $899 to $499. And they're doing another deal.........
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Can Anyone Identify This Near-IR Pulse Laser Diode?
Can anyone identify this reported to be 800nm Near-IR laser diode which might have been made by FLIR? I don't know what the part number is, tried searching using the numbers on the shorting bar but no...
View ArticleWhat Sensor for Measurement
Hi, i look for a sensor to build a own LPM. With a Ophir 20C UAU i can calibrate a own LPM. what sensor can i use ? it is for ~2mW - 2000mW (not more) greetings
View ArticleHelp choosing right components for 520nm 5mw astronomy forest green LP
Hi, I am trying to put together the right items in order to assemble a forest green (520nm) laser pointer to mount on my telescope. It should be battery powered and resistent to low temperatures (close...
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Crappy beam shots of cheap ebay laser
Well, atleast i tried :) Edit: fixed the pictures! thanks diachi :)
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Meme Thread
Post your memes here :D Remember to follow the rules and lets have some fun with this :crackup:
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