FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assembly! - Page 3 - Laser Pointer Forums

Spyderz20x6 · 02-10-2009, 03:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Th0ughts

Jayrob, I'm disappointed in you. I was expecting this to be MUUUUUUCH HARDER TO DO!

I have almost never soldered before, but soldering the wire on the switch was so easy! The build is very solid and weighty. I had an issue with cutting the spring, it was quite strong. I had to get my wire cutters and SHARPEN THEM. Only then could I cut it. However, this is not your fault, just the manufacturers for making hard to break products, shame isn't it. This is such a fun and easy build, it's really simple to do the soldering, cutting, turning the screws, and then putting it together. I might get the pocket mini next for more of a challenge

. Thanks for a wonderful build.

EDIT: Stand by for pictures, I'm just now getting my Nikon warmed up.

EDIT! I had another question actually, there seemed to be a brass ring (really tiny, about the size of the module) that came with the build. I didn't use it. What was this piece?

Just a heads up

You'll need pretty good soldering skills to do the pocket mini...

BUT... Jayrob makes everything else easy for you, so buy from him

Th0ughts · 02-10-2009, 03:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spyderz20x6

[quote author=Th0ughts link=1232226720/48#49 date=1234236682]Jayrob, I'm disappointed in you. I was expecting this to be MUUUUUUCH HARDER TO DO!

I have almost never soldered before, but soldering the wire on the switch was so easy! The build is very solid and weighty. I had an issue with cutting the spring, it was quite strong. I had to get my wire cutters and SHARPEN THEM. Only then could I cut it. However, this is not your fault, just the manufacturers for making hard to break products, shame isn't it. This is such a fun and easy build, it's really simple to do the soldering, cutting, turning the screws, and then putting it together. I might get the pocket mini next for more of a challenge

. Thanks for a wonderful build.

EDIT: Stand by for pictures, I'm just now getting my Nikon warmed up.

EDIT! I had another question actually, there seemed to be a brass ring (really tiny, about the size of the module) that came with the build. I didn't use it. What was this piece?

Just a heads up

You'll need pretty good soldering skills to do the pocket mini...

BUT... Jayrob makes everything else easy for you, so buy from him

[/quote]
Heh, I'm (sadly) aware. One of the reasons I chose a greenie is because I didn't need to solder the driver

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Th0ughts · 02-10-2009, 05:09 AM

As promised, pics:

http://i43.tinypic.com/33tmjw8.jpg -- build taken apart
http://i43.tinypic.com/2dvlz0o.jpg -- completed build
http://i42.tinypic.com/4g3jg4.jpg -- shaky beamshot, I'll take another later.

Despite the fact that it looks like morning in the picture, it's actually pitch black outside. I dunno why.

EDIT: I TAKE PRIDE IN MY MESSY DESKTOP AREA!

jayrob · 02-10-2009, 05:33 AM

Hey thanks for posting your Th0ughts on the build!

The extra brass ring came with the host. It is in case you were doing a flashlight mod that had a smaller driver board. A good item to save in case you ever need it.

Nice pictures!

About the Pocket Mini Kit, it is easy too. You just have to understand how to set current on a FlexDrive using a test load. But this would be the same for any build using the FlexDrive...
Jay

rebman · 02-10-2009, 05:47 AM

I may have to pick one of these up!

Th0ughts · 02-10-2009, 06:35 AM

Don't mind me.

FYI: These beams aren't enhanced by smoke fog etc. Just the night sky. Also there is no time exposure, this is one shot standing up half naked in the cold (or as cold as it gets for us Floridians).

Once again, Jay, these are incredible builds. It feels very nice, is rather small compared to commercial portable lasers, and packs a punch! Soon as my macro lens comes in I will take individual pics of the heatsinks for reference.

jayrob · 02-10-2009, 06:48 AM

Yes, you can get a cheap pointer for much less, but there is really no comparison for good heatsinking to the module...

Plus, once you have the kit, it will be a good host for green modules of this size for a lifetime!

So in these areas, it is a much better choice for a good home to put your green module into.

Jay

jayrob · 02-10-2009, 09:48 PM

Rasmus, your DIY Green Kit and other items are shipping today. (Tuesday)

Please let me know when the package gets to you...
Jay

AusLasersSuck · 02-15-2009, 11:06 AM

Do you inculde a 1.5mm allen wrench?

Helioplasma · 02-15-2009, 11:20 AM

I don't know if it has been asked, but do you need a soldering iron for this green laser project ? This is something I can't find anywhere on my grounds.

jayrob · 02-15-2009, 09:19 PM

AusLasers, I can include an Allen wrench if necessary. I normally don't, because many people already have one. They are readily available at your local hardware store for less than $2 dollars.

Helioplasma, with this host/heatsink set up, you will need to solder a small wire across the switch on your module. It is a very easy procedure that can be done in less that 2 minutes. (see picture in the first post)

If you were to buy one of my modules with the kit. (50mW or 100mW) Then I could solder the wire for you.

I have a few 50mW modules and just a couple of 100mW modules. These are brand new and only tested. I would sell them as such, but not guarantee this kind of item. Because the are something that can be easily damaged if over driven, or used without a heatsink. Even with at heatsink, they should be kept to a 1 min. on / 1 min. off duty cycle.

(With kit)
50mW - $32
100mW - $70
Jay

mikeeey · 02-17-2009, 01:21 AM

The is the next laser(kit) i look forward to getting! it's so awesome!

------
Jay, which do you recommend? the protective cap? or the protective glass? I've seen the plastic thing on the MXDL and it scratches easily. Is this stuff actually glass? will it scratch easily?
And have you done any tests (maybe with an empty host) if this thing could actually be waterproof?

jayrob · 02-17-2009, 01:39 AM

It has o-rings at every joint, so it is definitely water resistant, but I have not tried to put it under water or anything like that...

As far as what I recommend, it would depend mostly on user preference. Personally, I like the custom front piece. Because of the clear aperture.

Although the glass (yes it is glass) lens looks nice, the custom aluminum piece offers better performance. The glass will cause a very small amount of reflection that may show up as very faint side spots that you would notice in a very dark room. Also, the extra element will reduce the power by a little. Maybe 5mW's or so...
Jay

jayrob · 02-17-2009, 06:37 AM

OK Andy, your DIY Green Kit and also your (old style) 4171/AixiZ version 2 heatsink is shipping tomorrow! (Tuesday)

Please let me know when you get the package...
Jay

mikeeey · 02-17-2009, 08:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jayrob

It has o-rings at every joint, so it is definitely water resistant, but I have not tried to put it under water or anything like that...

As far as what I recommend, it would depend mostly on user preference. Personally, I like the custom front piece. Because of the clear aperture.

Although the glass (yes it is glass) lens looks nice, the custom aluminum piece offers better performance. The glass will cause a very small amount of reflection that may show up as very faint side spots that you would notice in a very dark room. Also, the extra element will reduce the power by a little. Maybe 5mW's or so...
Jay

Yeah I think you've convinced me for the aluminum piece.

Well if you get the chance, you should test and see if it can work underwater (of course without the module inside to start out with). Think how much your sales would go up if you could advertise it as a waterproof laser! ;D ;D ;D

jayrob · 02-17-2009, 08:55 AM

Well, there is an o-ring at every joint on the host. I would say that the tail cap (silicone tail button) is the weakest point...

I would guess that if the retaining ring that holds the clicky into the tail cap is nice and tight, it should seal the silicone boot against the host.

Anyway, I don't know if I want to be the one telling people that it is ok to take it under water even if I could test one successfully. :-/
Jay

GAFFNEYYY · 02-17-2009, 10:20 PM

Ok this, to me seems better than the Kryton Groove host. You offer 2 choices, one with the custom front peice and one without, with a drilled reflector. if i order the one with the custom front peice will i still get the optional parts (the reflector, brass ring, glass lens, and o-ring), lens cap and instructions?

jayrob · 02-17-2009, 10:27 PM

Yes!

All of the extra parts will be included...

Normally, I do not drill out the reflector if the kit is ordered with the custom front piece. But I could do that easily enough, just ask me to do it when you order.
Jay

GAFFNEYYY · 02-17-2009, 10:51 PM

In that case i'd love one with all the extras and the drilled reflector (if the reflector job doesn't cost any extra).

Do you have any IR filters left? could i have one of these with the kit? how much extra?

thanks

jayrob · 02-17-2009, 11:01 PM

Yes, I have a few IR filters. They cost me $10 dollars from Nova plus shipping. So I will offer you one for an additional $14 dollars with the kit.

I have 50mW modules as well. - Add $32 dollars. These are brand new and only tested for power by myself. I do not guarantee this type of item though. Because it is too easy to damage by leaving it on for longer than is recommended. Or if someone were to turn the pot on the driver.

O-like has higher quality IR filtered modules that they recommend a duty cycle of 60 seconds on / 60 seconds off. It would be a good rule of thumb to use this same duty for these cheaper modules...
Jay

GAFFNEYYY · 02-18-2009, 01:57 AM

okay then i would like one of these ir filters also. How shall i pay you?

Th0ughts · 02-18-2009, 03:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jayrob

Yes, I have a few IR filters. They cost me $10 dollars from Nova plus shipping. So I will offer you one for an additional $14 dollars with the kit.

I have 50mW modules as well. - Add $32 dollars. These are brand new and only tested for power by myself. I do not guarantee this type of item though. Because it is too easy to damage by leaving it on for longer than is recommended. Or if someone were to turn the pot on the driver.

O-like has higher quality IR filtered modules that they recommend a duty cycle of 60 seconds on / 60 seconds off. It would be a good rule of thumb to use this same duty for these cheaper modules...
Jay

After you run out of these, you should stop by optotronics optics section, around page 2/3. 80% IR filtering cheap! I think it's a whopping $1 per filter.

PS: I got off of my lazy ass and got you a link

http://optotronics.com/proddetail.php?prod=f-0006
I'm sorry, my price was slightly wrong! $0.99.

EDIT: I love photography, here are some macro shots that I took with my new lens. Bare with me as I learn how to use it to perfection. NOTE: HUGE IMAGES AHEAD!
http://zaf.garyshood.com/upload/DSC_0082.JPG -- Picture of the module with the heatsink (bottom, made by Jayrob) and the factory threaded object (drilled out by Jayrob).
http://zaf.garyshood.com/upload/DSC_0083.JPG -- Picture of the front piece. The module goes in through the hole on the south-east side of this picture.
http://zaf.garyshood.com/upload/DSC_0084.JPG -- Picture of the front piece. The beam comes out the hole you see.
http://zaf.garyshood.com/upload/DSC_0085.JPG -- Picture of the front piece...again! The module goes in aperture side down in this picture.
http://zaf.garyshood.com/upload/DSC_0086.JPG -- What the module will look like after it is put together in the host, although you should never see it this way because of the way it is put together. But I mean: Look at all of that metal! If this module is safe from dropping, it's safe from bullets ;D.

I really must commend Jayrob with his wonderful kit. Bravo, good sir!

jayrob · 02-18-2009, 03:09 AM

I have one of those from Optotronics as well. It's not the same. It is about 1/2" wide and about 1/8" thick. The ones from Nova are about 10mm X 10mm and very thin and darker...

GAFFNEYYY, I will PM you...
Jay

Th0ughts · 02-18-2009, 03:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jayrob

I have one of those from Optotronics as well. It's not the same. It is about 1/2" wide and about 1/8" thick. The ones from Nova are about 10mm X 10mm and very thin and darker...

Ah, alright then, just trying to help us all save some cash

. I also edited my previous posts with high-res macro shots.

jayrob · 02-18-2009, 05:49 AM

Hey nice close up pictures man!

About the IR filters from Nova, I only have two left that I will let go of, but I want to mention that with this DIY Green Kit, the 10mm X 10mm filter will have to either have the corners trimmed a little to fit inside the custom aluminum front piece, Or...

If you are planning on using one of these IR filters from Nova, let me know when you order the kit, and I can make sure that the front piece is drilled out with a slightly larger bit. Large enough to fit the IR filter so that it can be glued inside. It would sit right at the aperture of the small exit hole. (on the inside)

Or I might just see if my mini belt sander will take the corners off...
Jay

02-10-2009, 05:09 AM	#53
Th0ughts Class 2 Laser Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 479 Rep Power: 4	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem As promised, pics: http://i43.tinypic.com/33tmjw8.jpg -- build taken apart http://i43.tinypic.com/2dvlz0o.jpg -- completed build http://i42.tinypic.com/4g3jg4.jpg -- shaky beamshot, I'll take another later. Despite the fact that it looks like morning in the picture, it's actually pitch black outside. I dunno why. EDIT: I TAKE PRIDE IN MY MESSY DESKTOP AREA!

02-10-2009, 05:33 AM	#54
jayrob Class 4 Laser Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Northern CA, U.S. Astrophotography! (Some of my Photo's) Posts: 5,999 Rep Power: 271	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem Hey thanks for posting your Th0ughts on the build! The extra brass ring came with the host. It is in case you were doing a flashlight mod that had a smaller driver board. A good item to save in case you ever need it. Nice pictures! About the Pocket Mini Kit, it is easy too. You just have to understand how to set current on a FlexDrive using a test load. But this would be the same for any build using the FlexDrive... Jay __________________ Personal lasers: RPL 375, O-like 250, Evolution Pro 150, Nova X-105, Nexus 95, RPL 35 (473), GLP-473, GLP-593.5, HeNe 632.8, Many DIY red, blu-ray, and green builds... Looking for a DIY kit? Take a look at some of my more popular kits linked in color... * FS: 405-G-1 Glass Lens Mod for Blu-ray! 31% increase in power vs AixiZ acrylic! * FS: Parts - 12X Star Trek Phaser! Awesome 12X build! Must see my Youtube video linked in my tutorial... * FS: DIY Green Build Kits! Easy assembly in minutes! * FS: Pocket Mini Build Kits! 'HOT' option for FlexDrive installed! Click here for a list of my build kits! Projects and tutorials too!

02-10-2009, 05:47 AM	#55
rebman Class 1M Laser Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 104 Rep Power: 2	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem I may have to pick one of these up!

02-10-2009, 06:35 AM	#56
Th0ughts Class 2 Laser Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 479 Rep Power: 4	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem Don't mind me. FYI: These beams aren't enhanced by smoke fog etc. Just the night sky. Also there is no time exposure, this is one shot standing up half naked in the cold (or as cold as it gets for us Floridians). Once again, Jay, these are incredible builds. It feels very nice, is rather small compared to commercial portable lasers, and packs a punch! Soon as my macro lens comes in I will take individual pics of the heatsinks for reference.

02-10-2009, 06:48 AM	#57
jayrob Class 4 Laser Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Northern CA, U.S. Astrophotography! (Some of my Photo's) Posts: 5,999 Rep Power: 271	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem Yes, you can get a cheap pointer for much less, but there is really no comparison for good heatsinking to the module... Plus, once you have the kit, it will be a good host for green modules of this size for a lifetime! So in these areas, it is a much better choice for a good home to put your green module into. Jay __________________ Personal lasers: RPL 375, O-like 250, Evolution Pro 150, Nova X-105, Nexus 95, RPL 35 (473), GLP-473, GLP-593.5, HeNe 632.8, Many DIY red, blu-ray, and green builds... Looking for a DIY kit? Take a look at some of my more popular kits linked in color... * FS: 405-G-1 Glass Lens Mod for Blu-ray! 31% increase in power vs AixiZ acrylic! * FS: Parts - 12X Star Trek Phaser! Awesome 12X build! Must see my Youtube video linked in my tutorial... * FS: DIY Green Build Kits! Easy assembly in minutes! * FS: Pocket Mini Build Kits! 'HOT' option for FlexDrive installed! Click here for a list of my build kits! Projects and tutorials too!

02-10-2009, 09:48 PM	#58
jayrob Class 4 Laser Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Northern CA, U.S. Astrophotography! (Some of my Photo's) Posts: 5,999 Rep Power: 271	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem Rasmus, your DIY Green Kit and other items are shipping today. (Tuesday) Please let me know when the package gets to you... Jay __________________ Personal lasers: RPL 375, O-like 250, Evolution Pro 150, Nova X-105, Nexus 95, RPL 35 (473), GLP-473, GLP-593.5, HeNe 632.8, Many DIY red, blu-ray, and green builds... Looking for a DIY kit? Take a look at some of my more popular kits linked in color... * FS: 405-G-1 Glass Lens Mod for Blu-ray! 31% increase in power vs AixiZ acrylic! * FS: Parts - 12X Star Trek Phaser! Awesome 12X build! Must see my Youtube video linked in my tutorial... * FS: DIY Green Build Kits! Easy assembly in minutes! * FS: Pocket Mini Build Kits! 'HOT' option for FlexDrive installed! Click here for a list of my build kits! Projects and tutorials too!

02-15-2009, 11:06 AM	#59
AusLasersSuck Class 2 Laser Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 352 Rep Power: 0	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem Do you inculde a 1.5mm allen wrench?

02-15-2009, 11:20 AM	#60
Helioplasma Class 2M Laser Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: La Turbie Posts: 510 Rep Power: 25	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem I don't know if it has been asked, but do you need a soldering iron for this green laser project ? This is something I can't find anywhere on my grounds. __________________ 95mW infiniti - Nice beam, hardly burns anything without good batteries 125mW pulsar - Piece of 54!T, doesn't do anything. No burning power at all. useless 250$ 191mW ++ IgorT Romisen/CREE laser - Kills your eyes (without goggles). AWESOME - But I need the AR coated lens to feel the real power. The diode already started degrading so I must restrain myself from using it... 170-180mW LikeItBright Ultrafire laser - The brightness is outrageous !!! The Divergence is comparable to that of a flashlight though... 200mW + LCC in police host By Moh. Brighter than my pulsar ! I bet a LOC would be even cooler. Of course I should get one ! NOIR laser goggles OD 7+ for 180-534 nm NICE Oemlasersystems {5mW Broken newish (50$ by the time I bought it !) ; 5mW working Newish ; "200mW" newish ; 5mW reds} Always look on the bright side of lasers ------------------- not literally

02-15-2009, 09:19 PM	#61
jayrob Class 4 Laser Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Northern CA, U.S. Astrophotography! (Some of my Photo's) Posts: 5,999 Rep Power: 271	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem AusLasers, I can include an Allen wrench if necessary. I normally don't, because many people already have one. They are readily available at your local hardware store for less than $2 dollars. Helioplasma, with this host/heatsink set up, you will need to solder a small wire across the switch on your module. It is a very easy procedure that can be done in less that 2 minutes. (see picture in the first post) If you were to buy one of my modules with the kit. (50mW or 100mW) Then I could solder the wire for you. I have a few 50mW modules and just a couple of 100mW modules. These are brand new and only tested. I would sell them as such, but not guarantee this kind of item. Because the are something that can be easily damaged if over driven, or used without a heatsink. Even with at heatsink, they should be kept to a 1 min. on / 1 min. off duty cycle. (With kit) 50mW - $32 100mW - $70 Jay __________________ Personal lasers: RPL 375, O-like 250, Evolution Pro 150, Nova X-105, Nexus 95, RPL 35 (473), GLP-473, GLP-593.5, HeNe 632.8, Many DIY red, blu-ray, and green builds... Looking for a DIY kit? Take a look at some of my more popular kits linked in color... * FS: 405-G-1 Glass Lens Mod for Blu-ray! 31% increase in power vs AixiZ acrylic! * FS: Parts - 12X Star Trek Phaser! Awesome 12X build! Must see my Youtube video linked in my tutorial... * FS: DIY Green Build Kits! Easy assembly in minutes! * FS: Pocket Mini Build Kits! 'HOT' option for FlexDrive installed! Click here for a list of my build kits! Projects and tutorials too!

02-17-2009, 01:21 AM	#62
mikeeey Class 3R Laser Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 1,536 Rep Power: 101	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem The is the next laser(kit) i look forward to getting! it's so awesome! ------ Jay, which do you recommend? the protective cap? or the protective glass? I've seen the plastic thing on the MXDL and it scratches easily. Is this stuff actually glass? will it scratch easily? And have you done any tests (maybe with an empty host) if this thing could actually be waterproof? __________________ ------- ------- Niko likes cereal.

02-17-2009, 01:39 AM	#63
jayrob Class 4 Laser Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Northern CA, U.S. Astrophotography! (Some of my Photo's) Posts: 5,999 Rep Power: 271	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem It has o-rings at every joint, so it is definitely water resistant, but I have not tried to put it under water or anything like that... As far as what I recommend, it would depend mostly on user preference. Personally, I like the custom front piece. Because of the clear aperture. Although the glass (yes it is glass) lens looks nice, the custom aluminum piece offers better performance. The glass will cause a very small amount of reflection that may show up as very faint side spots that you would notice in a very dark room. Also, the extra element will reduce the power by a little. Maybe 5mW's or so... Jay __________________ Personal lasers: RPL 375, O-like 250, Evolution Pro 150, Nova X-105, Nexus 95, RPL 35 (473), GLP-473, GLP-593.5, HeNe 632.8, Many DIY red, blu-ray, and green builds... Looking for a DIY kit? Take a look at some of my more popular kits linked in color... * FS: 405-G-1 Glass Lens Mod for Blu-ray! 31% increase in power vs AixiZ acrylic! * FS: Parts - 12X Star Trek Phaser! Awesome 12X build! Must see my Youtube video linked in my tutorial... * FS: DIY Green Build Kits! Easy assembly in minutes! * FS: Pocket Mini Build Kits! 'HOT' option for FlexDrive installed! Click here for a list of my build kits! Projects and tutorials too!

02-17-2009, 06:37 AM	#64
jayrob Class 4 Laser Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Northern CA, U.S. Astrophotography! (Some of my Photo's) Posts: 5,999 Rep Power: 271	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem OK Andy, your DIY Green Kit and also your (old style) 4171/AixiZ version 2 heatsink is shipping tomorrow! (Tuesday) Please let me know when you get the package... Jay __________________ Personal lasers: RPL 375, O-like 250, Evolution Pro 150, Nova X-105, Nexus 95, RPL 35 (473), GLP-473, GLP-593.5, HeNe 632.8, Many DIY red, blu-ray, and green builds... Looking for a DIY kit? Take a look at some of my more popular kits linked in color... * FS: 405-G-1 Glass Lens Mod for Blu-ray! 31% increase in power vs AixiZ acrylic! * FS: Parts - 12X Star Trek Phaser! Awesome 12X build! Must see my Youtube video linked in my tutorial... * FS: DIY Green Build Kits! Easy assembly in minutes! * FS: Pocket Mini Build Kits! 'HOT' option for FlexDrive installed! Click here for a list of my build kits! Projects and tutorials too!

02-17-2009, 08:55 AM	#66
jayrob Class 4 Laser Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Northern CA, U.S. Astrophotography! (Some of my Photo's) Posts: 5,999 Rep Power: 271	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem Well, there is an o-ring at every joint on the host. I would say that the tail cap (silicone tail button) is the weakest point... I would guess that if the retaining ring that holds the clicky into the tail cap is nice and tight, it should seal the silicone boot against the host. Anyway, I don't know if I want to be the one telling people that it is ok to take it under water even if I could test one successfully. :-/ Jay __________________ Personal lasers: RPL 375, O-like 250, Evolution Pro 150, Nova X-105, Nexus 95, RPL 35 (473), GLP-473, GLP-593.5, HeNe 632.8, Many DIY red, blu-ray, and green builds... Looking for a DIY kit? Take a look at some of my more popular kits linked in color... * FS: 405-G-1 Glass Lens Mod for Blu-ray! 31% increase in power vs AixiZ acrylic! * FS: Parts - 12X Star Trek Phaser! Awesome 12X build! Must see my Youtube video linked in my tutorial... * FS: DIY Green Build Kits! Easy assembly in minutes! * FS: Pocket Mini Build Kits! 'HOT' option for FlexDrive installed! Click here for a list of my build kits! Projects and tutorials too!

02-17-2009, 10:20 PM	#67
GAFFNEYYY Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 34 Rep Power: 0	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem Ok this, to me seems better than the Kryton Groove host. You offer 2 choices, one with the custom front peice and one without, with a drilled reflector. if i order the one with the custom front peice will i still get the optional parts (the reflector, brass ring, glass lens, and o-ring), lens cap and instructions?

02-17-2009, 10:27 PM	#68
jayrob Class 4 Laser Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Northern CA, U.S. Astrophotography! (Some of my Photo's) Posts: 5,999 Rep Power: 271	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem Yes! All of the extra parts will be included... Normally, I do not drill out the reflector if the kit is ordered with the custom front piece. But I could do that easily enough, just ask me to do it when you order. Jay __________________ Personal lasers: RPL 375, O-like 250, Evolution Pro 150, Nova X-105, Nexus 95, RPL 35 (473), GLP-473, GLP-593.5, HeNe 632.8, Many DIY red, blu-ray, and green builds... Looking for a DIY kit? Take a look at some of my more popular kits linked in color... * FS: 405-G-1 Glass Lens Mod for Blu-ray! 31% increase in power vs AixiZ acrylic! * FS: Parts - 12X Star Trek Phaser! Awesome 12X build! Must see my Youtube video linked in my tutorial... * FS: DIY Green Build Kits! Easy assembly in minutes! * FS: Pocket Mini Build Kits! 'HOT' option for FlexDrive installed! Click here for a list of my build kits! Projects and tutorials too!

02-17-2009, 10:51 PM	#69
GAFFNEYYY Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 34 Rep Power: 0	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem In that case i'd love one with all the extras and the drilled reflector (if the reflector job doesn't cost any extra). Do you have any IR filters left? could i have one of these with the kit? how much extra? thanks

02-17-2009, 11:01 PM	#70
jayrob Class 4 Laser Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Northern CA, U.S. Astrophotography! (Some of my Photo's) Posts: 5,999 Rep Power: 271	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem Yes, I have a few IR filters. They cost me $10 dollars from Nova plus shipping. So I will offer you one for an additional $14 dollars with the kit. I have 50mW modules as well. - Add $32 dollars. These are brand new and only tested for power by myself. I do not guarantee this type of item though. Because it is too easy to damage by leaving it on for longer than is recommended. Or if someone were to turn the pot on the driver. O-like has higher quality IR filtered modules that they recommend a duty cycle of 60 seconds on / 60 seconds off. It would be a good rule of thumb to use this same duty for these cheaper modules... Jay __________________ Personal lasers: RPL 375, O-like 250, Evolution Pro 150, Nova X-105, Nexus 95, RPL 35 (473), GLP-473, GLP-593.5, HeNe 632.8, Many DIY red, blu-ray, and green builds... Looking for a DIY kit? Take a look at some of my more popular kits linked in color... * FS: 405-G-1 Glass Lens Mod for Blu-ray! 31% increase in power vs AixiZ acrylic! * FS: Parts - 12X Star Trek Phaser! Awesome 12X build! Must see my Youtube video linked in my tutorial... * FS: DIY Green Build Kits! Easy assembly in minutes! * FS: Pocket Mini Build Kits! 'HOT' option for FlexDrive installed! Click here for a list of my build kits! Projects and tutorials too!

02-18-2009, 01:57 AM	#71
GAFFNEYYY Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 34 Rep Power: 0	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem okay then i would like one of these ir filters also. How shall i pay you?

02-18-2009, 03:09 AM	#73
jayrob Class 4 Laser Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Northern CA, U.S. Astrophotography! (Some of my Photo's) Posts: 5,999 Rep Power: 271	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem I have one of those from Optotronics as well. It's not the same. It is about 1/2" wide and about 1/8" thick. The ones from Nova are about 10mm X 10mm and very thin and darker... GAFFNEYYY, I will PM you... Jay __________________ Personal lasers: RPL 375, O-like 250, Evolution Pro 150, Nova X-105, Nexus 95, RPL 35 (473), GLP-473, GLP-593.5, HeNe 632.8, Many DIY red, blu-ray, and green builds... Looking for a DIY kit? Take a look at some of my more popular kits linked in color... * FS: 405-G-1 Glass Lens Mod for Blu-ray! 31% increase in power vs AixiZ acrylic! * FS: Parts - 12X Star Trek Phaser! Awesome 12X build! Must see my Youtube video linked in my tutorial... * FS: DIY Green Build Kits! Easy assembly in minutes! * FS: Pocket Mini Build Kits! 'HOT' option for FlexDrive installed! Click here for a list of my build kits! Projects and tutorials too!

02-18-2009, 05:49 AM	#75
jayrob Class 4 Laser Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Northern CA, U.S. Astrophotography! (Some of my Photo's) Posts: 5,999 Rep Power: 271	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem Hey nice close up pictures man! About the IR filters from Nova, I only have two left that I will let go of, but I want to mention that with this DIY Green Kit, the 10mm X 10mm filter will have to either have the corners trimmed a little to fit inside the custom aluminum front piece, Or... If you are planning on using one of these IR filters from Nova, let me know when you order the kit, and I can make sure that the front piece is drilled out with a slightly larger bit. Large enough to fit the IR filter so that it can be glued inside. It would sit right at the aperture of the small exit hole. (on the inside) Or I might just see if my mini belt sander will take the corners off... Jay __________________ Personal lasers: RPL 375, O-like 250, Evolution Pro 150, Nova X-105, Nexus 95, RPL 35 (473), GLP-473, GLP-593.5, HeNe 632.8, Many DIY red, blu-ray, and green builds... Looking for a DIY kit? Take a look at some of my more popular kits linked in color... * FS: 405-G-1 Glass Lens Mod for Blu-ray! 31% increase in power vs AixiZ acrylic! * FS: Parts - 12X Star Trek Phaser! Awesome 12X build! Must see my Youtube video linked in my tutorial... * FS: DIY Green Build Kits! Easy assembly in minutes! * FS: Pocket Mini Build Kits! 'HOT' option for FlexDrive installed! Click here for a list of my build kits! Projects and tutorials too!

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