This is a 980 nM (near IR) device which is optically coupled to a fiber optic.
The beam isn't bright, kind of faint deep red abd the output is dangerous.
I also don't know how difficult it would be to take of the fiber and add a lens for projecting a beam.
how did he make it though it looks like it just comes from a pc port? i like lasers but id be scared to death around this one but still a pretty cool toy to have (i dont think people will be tempted to play with their cats with this laser) hehe
Oh - it probably was controlled via serial port for some purpose....WAY overpriced though - you can get the 2Watt fibre coupled diodes like this for close to $50 if you look hard enough !
I think he meant OTHER people ! You know enough to ask about it - lots of other folks snatch things up, with no ideas how to work them, or what to do with them (including ME in the early days ! LOL !!!)