Another review of the Rayfoss RF532-200mW-FLX.. - Laser Pointer Forums

RattleHead · 03-11-2010, 05:39 PM

I know a few people have already reviewed this laser, but one more review can't hurt. Maybe helpful to a few folks who are considering it but still undecided.

This is a review of the RF532-200mW-FLX which can be purchased here:
www.rayfoss.com

I wish they would give the damn thing a name instead of just a model number so it would be easier to refer to on the forums. Something like "The 200mW Rayzer" or "LaserMAX 200" is much easier to remember than RF532-200mW-FLX.

Anyway, I contacted Rayfoss (Faona) and requested a laser with good beam specs and a beam thats aligned straight with the aperture. She emailed me back and said that she would hand pick one for me. Faona is a very nice lady and pleasant to deal with.

These are the power specs she sent me via email:

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Test Data:
Power output:210mW
Test duration: 30 seconds
Test Meter:TPM-01
Power supply:1pcs 18650 3.7V battery

210mW without an IR filter is probably around 160mW of green. Not bad.

I ordered it during the Chinese New Year so I knew that I'd be waiting a little while... But once it finally shipped, it didn't take that long to arrive. It shipped on Feb 28th and arrived at my house Yesterday (March 10th).

This is what comes in the box:

Its not pictured, but you also get a battery charger and some instructions which are apparently written in Engrish. I couldn't make heads or tails of the instructions.

I ordered mine without the blue LED. The warning sticker says <1mW.. I guess to help get it past customs.

{edit} While looking through the bottom of the box I found an extra <200mW sticker to replace the <1mW sticker.

First thing I noticed when I picked up the laser is that its HEAVY! The focusing ring turns smoothly, the on/off button feels good.. It doesn't feel cheap at all.

The beam is fairly tight (~1.2 mRad) and straight (in-line with the aperture/body), just like I requested.

Here's a few pics:

Next to a new style Dilda for size comparison.

There's a bit of a halo around the dot, but its only noticeable on white or really bright colored surfaces. No big deal to me.

Looking down the beam:

Looking toward the aperture:

Burning power is pretty impressive as well. With the beam focused for burning, it lights unsharpied red matches instantly. It'll even light them with the beam focused to infinity, although it takes a little longer.

Click here for a short video showing its burning abilities. (right click - save as)

It would've lit that 2nd match and the fuse a little quicker if my hands weren't so shaky trying to hold the laser and camera at the same time.

I've only had the laser for a day, but so far I'm very impressed. It feels like I got a high quality laser for a relatively low price.

I'll come back and give an updated review in about a month to see how it holds up.

As for Rayfoss customer service, I'd rate it an A+. Very good!

RattleHead · 03-11-2010, 05:41 PM

---Reserving this space for an updated review after some time has passed---

A little update on this laser.. After a month of use it still works just as well as the day I got it. No problems to speak of.

Of all the lasers I've owned, this one is easily my favorite.

So my verdict is two thumbs up! Best green laser availible for under $200 IMO. GET ONE!

SupermanFTM · 03-11-2010, 06:20 PM

I like the reservation idea for an update on the review

It looks like a nice laser to me. So far it's only gotten good reviews.

So wait, you requested a well-aligned beam when you bought it? Does that help, in your experience? When I buy things, pretty much everything - not just lasers, I don't normally incorporate requests that my product be the best it can be but... maybe I should start doing so?

RattleHead · 03-11-2010, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by SupermanFTM

So wait, you requested a well-aligned beam when you bought it? Does that help, in your experience? When I buy things, pretty much everything - not just lasers, I don't normally incorporate requests that my product be the best it can be but... maybe I should start doing so?

I wouldn't normally request such things either if I were buying a CNI or Optronics laser, but since this one isn't really classified as a high quality laser, I thought it would be a good idea to request it. I've seen another review from someone else on this same laser where they said the beam wasn't aligned very well. I'm a bit anal about things like that, so I figured I should let Faona know that its important to me.

SupermanFTM · 03-11-2010, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by RattleHead

I wouldn't normally request such things either if I were buying a CNI or Optronics laser, but since this one isn't really classified as a high quality laser, I thought it would be a good idea to request it. I've seen another review from someone else on this same laser where they said the beam wasn't aligned very well. I'm a bit anal about things like that, so I figured I should let Faona know that its important to me.

Hah, that's true I guess. Well since it all worked out, maybe I'll start adding little things like that when buying from smaller or lower-quality companies.

Silvershot · 03-11-2010, 08:32 PM

Hey, nice review and pictures. Could you please say something about the divergence?

RattleHead · 03-12-2010, 01:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Silvershot

Hey, nice review and pictures. Could you please say something about the divergence?

Thank you and yes, I just measured. Its ~1.2 mRad.

Don't Laze Me Bro · 03-12-2010, 02:20 AM

TOO cool! how much was it with shipping?

RattleHead · 03-12-2010, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Don't Laze Me Bro

TOO cool! how much was it with shipping?

$160 total

WretchedMerc · 03-12-2010, 01:56 PM

Nice review!

Hallucynogenyc · 03-12-2010, 02:13 PM

I'm under the impresion that the model without led is better than the one with led, this one is exactly as my unit, exactly the same power. +1

RattleHead · 03-12-2010, 02:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Hallucynogenyc

I'm under the impresion that the model without led is better than the one with led, this one is exactly as my unit, exactly the same power. +1

Thank you. Actually it was your review & video that helped me decide on this Laser.. So +1 to you as well.

Hallucynogenyc · 03-12-2010, 04:08 PM

I think my review has given them more sales than I would have ever imagined. It's the post with more views on the whole review section in the biggest laser forum, so, I think it's the most viewed laser pointer review ever. I've heard of like 20 guys who bought it because of my review already, and those are only the ones that contacted with me lol I should have asked for a commission XD

RattleHead · 03-12-2010, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Hallucynogenyc

I think my review has given them more sales than I would have ever imagined. It's the post with more views on the whole review section in the biggest laser forum, so, I think it's the most viewed laser pointer review ever. I've heard of like 20 guys who bought it because of my review already, and those are only the ones that contacted with me lol I should have asked for a commission XD

Thats because you did an excellent review. And yep, you definitely deserve a commission.

Silvershot · 03-12-2010, 09:33 PM

1.2 mrad? What the? W/e

RattleHead · 03-13-2010, 05:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Silvershot

1.2 mrad? What the? W/e

Feel free to double check my calculation. At the aperture I measured .0615" (1.56mm). At 16.45ft (500cm) I measured .30" (7.62mm). Comes out to 1.20 mRad if I did it right.

randomlugia · 03-13-2010, 09:42 PM

Thanks for the review, I ordered mine yesterday! Too bad I forgot to request a straight beam... As for the name, why not call it the "FLX", or "FLX 200"? Seems fine to me.

Did you have to ask Faona for the specs, or did she send them to you with the shipping info?

RattleHead · 03-13-2010, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by randomlugia

Thanks for the review, I ordered mine yesterday! Too bad I forgot to request a straight beam... As for the name, why not call it the "FLX", or "FLX 200"? Seems fine to me.

Did you have to ask Faona for the specs, or did she send them to you with the shipping info?

FLX 200 sounds good to me.

I didnt have to ask for the specs.. She just emailed them to me when it shipped.

randomlugia · 03-14-2010, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by RattleHead

FLX 200 sounds good to me.

I didnt have to ask for the specs.. She just emailed them to me when it shipped.

Ok thanks. Can't wait!

Hallucynogenyc · 03-14-2010, 07:44 PM

Again, I think the one without led has a better divergence. Mine is also somewhere between 1 and 1.2 at most.

RattleHead · 03-15-2010, 03:25 PM

I was just looking through the bottom of the box and found a <200mW sticker to replace the <1mW sticker that came on it. Cool!

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Originally Posted by randomlugia

Ok thanks. Can't wait!

N/P. Hope you like yours as much as I like mine!

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Originally Posted by Hallucynogenyc

Again, I think the one without led has a better divergence. Mine is also somewhere between 1 and 1.2 at most.

I agree. Not sure why, but according to all the different reviews that seems to be the case.

randomlugia · 03-17-2010, 03:55 AM

She just sent me the specs (I got the 100): 125mW average, 140mW peak! I think I got a good one.

RattleHead · 03-17-2010, 02:00 PM

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Originally Posted by randomlugia

She just sent me the specs (I got the 100): 125mW average, 140mW peak! I think I got a good one.

25+mW overspec. I'd say you got a good one too! Congrats!

Let us know how you like it when it arrives.

Traveller · 03-17-2010, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by RattleHead

These are the power specs she sent me via email ... 210mW without an IR filter ... I found an extra <200mW sticker to replace the <1mW sticker ... The beam is fairly tight (~1.2 mRad) and straight (in-line with the aperture/body), just like I requested. ... It feels like I got a high quality laser for a relatively low price.

Congratulations on your "golden sample"

well what do I know, so far most reviews/ comments on this particular model have been good, so maybe we are finally back to the "the one lemon" rule, for a change

Not to mention, including the <200mW label in the box was a very nice touch. I admit I do have a few lasers without labels, but if you do have a label on it, it should at least indicate the correct output / class...!
+1 for RayFoss

Two things (please): how did you measure the divergence? 1.2 is really decent for a 210mW unit in that price range! Which brings me to my second question, did Faona mention that she is verifying the power output herself? It would be nice to know if she has that ability now and that she can verfiy all her products. The other alternative is the wholesaler is doing it, but that would be surprising...

Thanks for the review

*EDIT* Does anyone know this "TPM-01" LPM? I goggled and all I came up with was a a Gentec TPM-310 (from Frothy, lol). I'm just trying to figure out if it's professional grade or otherwise... In any case, I guess it'S an older model as their newer models have names, not numbers...

randomlugia · 03-17-2010, 06:18 PM

Apparently, she uses that meter with all of her tests:

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Follow please find the data:-
Model Name:RF532-100mW-FLX
Power out Peak value:140mw
Power out Average value:125mw
Test meter:TMP-01
Test duration:30 seconds
Power supply:1pcs 18650 battery

I found a few datasheets after some searching. It's a thermal sensor. Here's one of the diagrams:

For some reason I can't find any photos...

03-11-2010, 05:41 PM	#2
RattleHead Class 1M Laser Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Rome, GA Posts: 199 Rep Power: 5	Re: Another review of the Rayfoss RF532-200mW-FLX.. ---Reserving this space for an updated review after some time has passed--- A little update on this laser.. After a month of use it still works just as well as the day I got it. No problems to speak of. Of all the lasers I've owned, this one is easily my favorite. So my verdict is two thumbs up! Best green laser availible for under $200 IMO. GET ONE! __________________ 210mW Focasable Green from Rayfoss (RF532-200mW-FLX) 200mW Focasable Red from O-Like (new style Dilda) 180mW CNI 150 532nm pen (Sold) 216mW Focasable Red from DX (old style Dilda) (sold) 290mW MEGADILDA (modified old style Dilda with open can and rkcstr driver) (sold) 5mW SD5 532nm pen 190mW me-built Dorcy Jr. 150mW me-built Dorcy Metal Gear Laserbee 1000mW LPM with data logging (sold) Last edited by RattleHead; 04-12-2010 at 01:10 PM.

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Hallucynogenyc Class 3B Laser Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Spain, tarragona Posts: 3,657 Rep Power: 178	Re: Another review of the Rayfoss RF532-200mW-FLX.. I think my review has given them more sales than I would have ever imagined. It's the post with more views on the whole review section in the biggest laser forum, so, I think it's the most viewed laser pointer review ever. I've heard of like 20 guys who bought it because of my review already, and those are only the ones that contacted with me lol I should have asked for a commission XD __________________ The difference between an ignorant and a wise is that the wise knows the limits of his knowledge while the ignorant ignores the limits of his ignorance. Learn how to use Opera and tell me about your experience here! Wicked Lasers Evolution Pro 130mW ------------------> Review Rayfoss 150mW waterproof Rayfoss 200mW focusable torch -----------------------> Review Dealextreme 5mW true laser pointer Dealextreme 50mW true laser pointer Dealextreme 100mW true laser pointer Laserlands 30mW disco laser --------------------------> Review 5mW pointers (many of them) DX 200mW Red laser (Dilda) --------------------------> Review 120mW PHR custom build 200mW GGW custom build Focalprice 7$ green&bluray laser goggles Dealextreme tripod and clamp for laser holding -----> Review DIY 3 motor Spirograph --------------------------------> Review HLPM-2 laser power meter

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randomlugia Class 3R Laser Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Williamsport, MD Posts: 1,493 Rep Power: 89	Re: Another review of the Rayfoss RF532-200mW-FLX.. Thanks for the review, I ordered mine yesterday! Too bad I forgot to request a straight beam... As for the name, why not call it the "FLX", or "FLX 200"? Seems fine to me. Did you have to ask Faona for the specs, or did she send them to you with the shipping info? __________________ Current Lasers: 2 broken Rayfoss 125mW FLX 2 Broken Most likely buying Focalprice <100mW pen soon Etimeshop pen PSN name: macrocheesium A GUIDE TO BUYING GREEN LASERS Last edited by randomlugia; 03-13-2010 at 09:51 PM.

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Hallucynogenyc Class 3B Laser Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Spain, tarragona Posts: 3,657 Rep Power: 178	Re: Another review of the Rayfoss RF532-200mW-FLX.. Again, I think the one without led has a better divergence. Mine is also somewhere between 1 and 1.2 at most. __________________ The difference between an ignorant and a wise is that the wise knows the limits of his knowledge while the ignorant ignores the limits of his ignorance. Learn how to use Opera and tell me about your experience here! Wicked Lasers Evolution Pro 130mW ------------------> Review Rayfoss 150mW waterproof Rayfoss 200mW focusable torch -----------------------> Review Dealextreme 5mW true laser pointer Dealextreme 50mW true laser pointer Dealextreme 100mW true laser pointer Laserlands 30mW disco laser --------------------------> Review 5mW pointers (many of them) DX 200mW Red laser (Dilda) --------------------------> Review 120mW PHR custom build 200mW GGW custom build Focalprice 7$ green&bluray laser goggles Dealextreme tripod and clamp for laser holding -----> Review DIY 3 motor Spirograph --------------------------------> Review HLPM-2 laser power meter

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