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Kenom · 02-18-2009, 05:00 AM

Hey jay, do you know if the 5mw o-like modules are the exact same lens, diameter, setup as the 150mw modules?

jayrob · 02-18-2009, 05:09 AM

I am pretty sure it is. I have not used one of the 150mW modules, but the 100mW and the 50mW modules are the same. I asked Susie if the 150mW modules are the same size and she said they are...

So, probably it is the same lens. I did a repair for Golden Dragon and he had an extra front barrel and lens left over from the 100mW module that we used. I will e-mail him and tell him to contact you... (the barrel got destroyed, but the lens is good)
Jay

Kenom · 02-18-2009, 06:26 AM

she told me that she'd send me 3 or 4 lenses for the cost of shipping. ($4) But it will take some time for her to ship it to me. *so I would GREATLY appreciate it. *Have you seen a issue with bad divergence on these? *The unit I've got (actually montana64's) is horrible at about 100 yards with a dot size about 4 feet wide. *I tried to change the focus and then buggered up the lens, as the lens sits ON TOP of the mounting. *It's kind of cool as this module is the exact same size as the module in my BFG that is in need of repair.

I've unscrewed the top section and if golden dragon has just he front barrel sections taht are left over in good condition I'll pay him for one.
Ken

On another note, I've finally gotten my hands on one of these builds and it's very well put together. Montana64 wanted me to put it on my meter and find out what the output was on it and see if I could fix the focus. Very nice unit. I highly recommend getting one of these.

jayrob · 02-18-2009, 06:49 AM

Hmmm... no, I have never seen one that out of focus. I e-mailed Golden Dragon and asked him to contact you either way.

Thanks for the props on the build Ken!

Jay

GAFFNEYYY · 02-19-2009, 11:11 PM

Bought and payed for. Hey jay, make DEAD sure you use the MIDDLESBROUGH address i PMed you and sent in a paypal email!!! Thanks a lot

Jase

jayrob · 02-20-2009, 03:18 AM

GAFFNEYYY, your DIY Green Kit will be in tomorrow's mail. (Friday)

I will drill out the reflector as well in case you want to try the glass front look. Let me know when you get it!

Jay

GAFFNEYYY · 02-20-2009, 07:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jayrob

GAFFNEYYY, your DIY Green Kit will be in tomorrow's mail. (Friday)

I will drill out the reflector as well in case you want to try the glass front look. Let me know when you get it!

Jay

nice one, can't wait. I'll let you know as soon as i can. im gonna enjoy this

ive been researching a way to focus the module too, if i try it i'll post it here.

jayrob · 02-21-2009, 12:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GAFFNEYYY

[nice one, can't wait. I'll let you know as soon as i can. im gonna enjoy this

ive been researching a way to focus the module too, if i try it i'll post it here.

That should be very interesting if you find a clean way to do that! Keep us posted...

kdubbz, your DIY Green Kit with 57mW module shipped today! (Friday)

Let me know when you get it!

Jay

kdubbz · 02-24-2009, 01:34 AM

I dont know if this is normal, but I notice sometimes when I turn it on, about 2 seconds later it will dim down 2 times, like bright dims to dimmer, than dimmer again, probably about half strength. I turn it off and it does it again, turned it off and on again and it dident do it. Its kinda spuratic, this is with brand new CR123 energizer E2 lithiums.

jayrob · 02-24-2009, 02:33 AM

Hmmm... could be the fresh battery was a little hot for it. Maybe...

You did not turn the pot on the driver did you?
Jay

Th0ughts · 02-24-2009, 02:45 AM

I may be getting another one of these, Jay. Are you still selling the 50 mW modules alongside the kit for an extra ~$30?

daguin · 02-24-2009, 02:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kdubbz

I dont know if this is normal, but I notice sometimes when I turn it on, about 2 seconds later it will dim down 2 times, like bright dims to dimmer, than dimmer again, probably about half strength. I turn it off and it does it again, turned it off and on again and it dident do it. Its kinda spuratic, this is with brand new CR123 energizer E2 lithiums.

Shine it through a magnifying glass onto a wall and watch what the "spot" is doing (if anything)

Peace,
dave

jayrob · 02-24-2009, 02:59 AM

kdubbz, it may also be dirty contact points or possibly the threaded piece is loose. This is the positive contact point. Make sure it is tight there...

Th0ughts, I do still have a couple of the 50mW modules...

But just to let you know, I do not guarantee this kind of item. I know that they are brand new and I have only tested them. But this kind of item can easily be damaged if somebody was to leave it on too long, especially without a heatsink. Or, if somebody were to turn the pot on the driver...
Jay

Th0ughts · 02-24-2009, 03:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jayrob

kdubbz, it may also be dirty contact points or possibly the threaded piece is loose. This is the positive contact point. Make sure it is tight there...

Th0ughts, I do still have a couple of the 50mW modules...

But just to let you know, I do not guarantee this kind of item. I know that they are brand new and I have only tested them. But this kind of item can easilyy be damaged if somebody was to leave it on too long, especially without a heatsink. Or, if somebody were to turn the pot on the driver...
Jay

I understand, I'm sure that I will be careful not to turn the pot when turning the Allen screws and not to turn it on without first getting the heatsink on there. Even then I would stick to a duty cycle of ~1 min/0.5 min.

I'm getting some cash together from underneath the furniture :3.

Spyderz20x6 · 02-24-2009, 03:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Th0ughts

[quote author=jayrob link=1232226720/80#87 date=1235447965]kdubbz, it may also be dirty contact points or possibly the threaded piece is loose. This is the positive contact point. Make sure it is tight there...

Th0ughts, I do still have a couple of the 50mW modules...

But just to let you know, I do not guarantee this kind of item. I know that they are brand new and I have only tested them. But this kind of item can easilyy be damaged if somebody was to leave it on too long, especially without a heatsink. Or, if somebody were to turn the pot on the driver...
Jay

I understand, I'm sure that I will be careful not to turn the pot when turning the Allen screws and not to turn it on without first getting the heatsink on there. Even then I would stick to a duty cycle of ~1 min/0.5 min.

I'm getting some cash together from underneath the furniture :3.[/quote]
I wish i had cash under my furniture...

Th0ughts · 02-24-2009, 04:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spyderz20x6

[quote author=Th0ughts link=1232226720/80#88 date=1235448144][quote author=jayrob link=1232226720/80#87 date=1235447965]kdubbz, it may also be dirty contact points or possibly the threaded piece is loose. This is the positive contact point. Make sure it is tight there...

Th0ughts, I do still have a couple of the 50mW modules...

But just to let you know, I do not guarantee this kind of item. I know that they are brand new and I have only tested them. But this kind of item can easilyy be damaged if somebody was to leave it on too long, especially without a heatsink. Or, if somebody were to turn the pot on the driver...
Jay

I understand, I'm sure that I will be careful not to turn the pot when turning the Allen screws and not to turn it on without first getting the heatsink on there. Even then I would stick to a duty cycle of ~1 min/0.5 min.

I'm getting some cash together from underneath the furniture :3.[/quote]
I wish i had cash under my furniture...
[/quote]
I keep all of my personal belongings beneath my bed. That's how I roll.

EDIT: Jayrob, does this look like an alright deal? http://www.cr123batteries.com I'm thinking about 5 batteries (rechargeable) and then the charger. CR123's are just so damn expensive store bought.

jayrob · 02-24-2009, 04:25 AM

Those only say 600mAh's...

The UltraFire's seem to be pretty good for 3.6 volt rechargeable. If you don't want to wait for the cheapest deal from DX, I have bought often form this U.S. based company:

RCR123: http://www.batteryjunction.com/uf16340.html

Charger: http://www.batteryjunction.com/tlunlichfor1.html

I also buy my CR123's there. Because like you said, they are really expensive at the local store. But because they have a 15 year shelf life, you can buy like 12 at a time here for cheap:
http://www.batteryjunction.com/energizer-cr123a.html
Jay

Kenom · 02-24-2009, 04:30 AM

I think someone needs to send a helpful link to all the really cheap cr123 batteries available to duracell and energizer to let them know exactly how much other people are selling these batteries for, and to let them know that we are on to their whole gouge the american people scam.

kdubbz · 02-24-2009, 09:57 PM

Ok so I think I know why the laser is doing this, its because its cold as h#ll up here and once I warm it up in my hands or in the car it works fine. The cold is the culprit!

jayrob · 02-24-2009, 10:06 PM

That makes sense, I didn't even think of that because it is not cold in my office where I tested it...
Jay

mikeeey · 02-25-2009, 04:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GAFFNEYYY

[quote author=jayrob link=1232226720/80#80 date=1235103523]GAFFNEYYY, your DIY Green Kit will be in tomorrow's mail. (Friday)

I will drill out the reflector as well in case you want to try the glass front look. Let me know when you get it!

Jay

nice one, can't wait. I'll let you know as soon as i can. im gonna enjoy this

ive been researching a way to focus the module too, if i try it i'll post it here.[/quote]
yeah do let us know! How I would love to have another focusable green laser! With this style host, I'm sure it can easily be screwed onto the top if made correctly.

kdubbz · 03-01-2009, 01:26 AM

Hmm, The laser keeps doing it now, guess it wasent from being cold. It turns on and its almost like someone is twisting the collimating adjusting it, I have a video im gonna upload soon. I Guess this one wasent meant to be. I Might upgrade to a 100mW olike module

kdubbz · 03-01-2009, 02:11 AM

jayrob · 03-01-2009, 07:04 AM

It appears to be a connection problem...

Because it looks like the module is actually turning on and off on it's own. Start with the basics. Make sure the pill is threaded down tight. Then check the spring length on the tail cap to see if it is long enough to put pressure on your battery when the tail cap is threaded on.

I'll bet it is just a connection issue. Another thing to check is the tail cap switch. See if the retaining ring (or however it is held in place) is tight. Then use your DMM to test the continuity from the bare metal threads on the inside of the tail cap, to the center spring while turning the switch on and off. Some times the switch will not be making good contact to the tail cap on the inside. It is pretty much a tinker toy, so you can take it apart and see how it makes contact with the tail cap.

99% sure that there is where your problem is. If you can determine that it is the switch, but you are not comfortable with repairing it, just send me the tail cap and I will fix it. This happened with another person who bought the kit. It is an easy fix. I just soldered a little blob of solder where the switch could make a better connection to the tail cap...
Jay

P.S. Another simple test that you can do, is to unscrew the module from the host and just touch the negative end of a battery to the spring. Then use a wire to make the connection from the positive end of the battery to the brass module or heatsink. This will light the module so be careful.

kdubbz · 03-01-2009, 07:11 AM

well, Im turning it off and on by lightly pushing the button in enough to turn it off, Ill try wire and battery method and report back.

EDIT: Tryed it, still does the same thing. Its like is adjusts itself after I turn it on, is it supposed to do that? and you notice when I turn it on, it goes to its brightness it should then it tunes down and you can see part of the threads reflected on the wall when I point it. Very strange what its doing, and I dont think its normal. Anyone else ever had this problem? I never turned the little screw on the module or anything.

02-18-2009, 05:00 AM	#76
Kenom Class 4 Laser Join Date: May 2007 Location: Helena, MT Posts: 5,057 Rep Power: 178	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem Hey jay, do you know if the 5mw o-like modules are the exact same lens, diameter, setup as the 150mw modules? __________________ If it weren't for strange and unique individuals, there would be no basis for normality. Therefore, it is my moral obligation to provide said basis. Kryton Prototype Red 300mw Come chat at http://www.laserchat.org Kryton Grooves! Get in on the GB it ends this month! find out more HERE!

02-18-2009, 05:09 AM	#77
jayrob Class 4 Laser Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Northern CA, U.S. Astrophotography! (Some of my Photos) Posts: 7,192 Rep Power: 303	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem I am pretty sure it is. I have not used one of the 150mW modules, but the 100mW and the 50mW modules are the same. I asked Susie if the 150mW modules are the same size and she said they are... So, probably it is the same lens. I did a repair for Golden Dragon and he had an extra front barrel and lens left over from the 100mW module that we used. I will e-mail him and tell him to contact you... (the barrel got destroyed, but the lens is good) Jay __________________ Personal lasers: RPL 425, 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... (now 445!) 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, 06:26 AM	#78
Kenom Class 4 Laser Join Date: May 2007 Location: Helena, MT Posts: 5,057 Rep Power: 178	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem she told me that she'd send me 3 or 4 lenses for the cost of shipping. ($4) But it will take some time for her to ship it to me. so I would GREATLY appreciate it. Have you seen a issue with bad divergence on these? The unit I've got (actually montana64's) is horrible at about 100 yards with a dot size about 4 feet wide. I tried to change the focus and then buggered up the lens, as the lens sits ON TOP of the mounting. *It's kind of cool as this module is the exact same size as the module in my BFG that is in need of repair. I've unscrewed the top section and if golden dragon has just he front barrel sections taht are left over in good condition I'll pay him for one. Ken On another note, I've finally gotten my hands on one of these builds and it's very well put together. Montana64 wanted me to put it on my meter and find out what the output was on it and see if I could fix the focus. Very nice unit. I highly recommend getting one of these. __________________ If it weren't for strange and unique individuals, there would be no basis for normality. Therefore, it is my moral obligation to provide said basis. Kryton Prototype Red 300mw Come chat at http://www.laserchat.org Kryton Grooves! Get in on the GB it ends this month! find out more HERE!

02-18-2009, 06:49 AM	#79
jayrob Class 4 Laser Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Northern CA, U.S. Astrophotography! (Some of my Photos) Posts: 7,192 Rep Power: 303	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem Hmmm... no, I have never seen one that out of focus. I e-mailed Golden Dragon and asked him to contact you either way. Thanks for the props on the build Ken! Jay __________________ Personal lasers: RPL 425, 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... (now 445!) 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!

02-20-2009, 03:18 AM	#81
jayrob Class 4 Laser Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Northern CA, U.S. Astrophotography! (Some of my Photos) Posts: 7,192 Rep Power: 303	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem GAFFNEYYY, your DIY Green Kit will be in tomorrow's mail. (Friday) I will drill out the reflector as well in case you want to try the glass front look. Let me know when you get it! Jay __________________ Personal lasers: RPL 425, 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... (now 445!) 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!

02-19-2009, 11:11 PM	#80
GAFFNEYYY Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 34 Rep Power: 0	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem Bought and payed for. Hey jay, make DEAD sure you use the MIDDLESBROUGH address i PMed you and sent in a paypal email!!! Thanks a lot Jase

02-24-2009, 01:34 AM	#84
kdubbz Class 1 Laser Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 51 Rep Power: 3	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem I dont know if this is normal, but I notice sometimes when I turn it on, about 2 seconds later it will dim down 2 times, like bright dims to dimmer, than dimmer again, probably about half strength. I turn it off and it does it again, turned it off and on again and it dident do it. Its kinda spuratic, this is with brand new CR123 energizer E2 lithiums.

02-24-2009, 02:33 AM	#85
jayrob Class 4 Laser Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Northern CA, U.S. Astrophotography! (Some of my Photos) Posts: 7,192 Rep Power: 303	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem Hmmm... could be the fresh battery was a little hot for it. Maybe... You did not turn the pot on the driver did you? Jay __________________ Personal lasers: RPL 425, 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... (now 445!) 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!

02-24-2009, 02:45 AM	#86
Th0ughts Class 2 Laser Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 477 Rep Power: 4	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem I may be getting another one of these, Jay. Are you still selling the 50 mW modules alongside the kit for an extra ~$30?

02-24-2009, 02:59 AM	#88
jayrob Class 4 Laser Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Northern CA, U.S. Astrophotography! (Some of my Photos) Posts: 7,192 Rep Power: 303	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem kdubbz, it may also be dirty contact points or possibly the threaded piece is loose. This is the positive contact point. Make sure it is tight there... Th0ughts, I do still have a couple of the 50mW modules... But just to let you know, I do not guarantee this kind of item. I know that they are brand new and I have only tested them. But this kind of item can easily be damaged if somebody was to leave it on too long, especially without a heatsink. Or, if somebody were to turn the pot on the driver... Jay __________________ Personal lasers: RPL 425, 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... (now 445!) 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!

02-24-2009, 04:25 AM	#92
jayrob Class 4 Laser Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Northern CA, U.S. Astrophotography! (Some of my Photos) Posts: 7,192 Rep Power: 303	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem Those only say 600mAh's... The UltraFire's seem to be pretty good for 3.6 volt rechargeable. If you don't want to wait for the cheapest deal from DX, I have bought often form this U.S. based company: RCR123: http://www.batteryjunction.com/uf16340.html Charger: http://www.batteryjunction.com/tlunlichfor1.html I also buy my CR123's there. Because like you said, they are really expensive at the local store. But because they have a 15 year shelf life, you can buy like 12 at a time here for cheap: http://www.batteryjunction.com/energizer-cr123a.html Jay __________________ Personal lasers: RPL 425, 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... (now 445!) 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!

02-24-2009, 04:30 AM	#93
Kenom Class 4 Laser Join Date: May 2007 Location: Helena, MT Posts: 5,057 Rep Power: 178	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem I think someone needs to send a helpful link to all the really cheap cr123 batteries available to duracell and energizer to let them know exactly how much other people are selling these batteries for, and to let them know that we are on to their whole gouge the american people scam. __________________ If it weren't for strange and unique individuals, there would be no basis for normality. Therefore, it is my moral obligation to provide said basis. Kryton Prototype Red 300mw Come chat at http://www.laserchat.org Kryton Grooves! Get in on the GB it ends this month! find out more HERE!

02-24-2009, 09:57 PM	#94
kdubbz Class 1 Laser Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 51 Rep Power: 3	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem Ok so I think I know why the laser is doing this, its because its cold as h#ll up here and once I warm it up in my hands or in the car it works fine. The cold is the culprit!

02-24-2009, 10:06 PM	#95
jayrob Class 4 Laser Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Northern CA, U.S. Astrophotography! (Some of my Photos) Posts: 7,192 Rep Power: 303	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem That makes sense, I didn't even think of that because it is not cold in my office where I tested it... Jay __________________ Personal lasers: RPL 425, 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... (now 445!) 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!

03-01-2009, 01:26 AM	#97
kdubbz Class 1 Laser Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 51 Rep Power: 3	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem Hmm, The laser keeps doing it now, guess it wasent from being cold. It turns on and its almost like someone is twisting the collimating adjusting it, I have a video im gonna upload soon. I Guess this one wasent meant to be. I Might upgrade to a 100mW olike module

03-01-2009, 02:11 AM	#98
kdubbz Class 1 Laser Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 51 Rep Power: 3	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem

03-01-2009, 07:04 AM	#99
jayrob Class 4 Laser Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Northern CA, U.S. Astrophotography! (Some of my Photos) Posts: 7,192 Rep Power: 303	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem It appears to be a connection problem... Because it looks like the module is actually turning on and off on it's own. Start with the basics. Make sure the pill is threaded down tight. Then check the spring length on the tail cap to see if it is long enough to put pressure on your battery when the tail cap is threaded on. I'll bet it is just a connection issue. Another thing to check is the tail cap switch. See if the retaining ring (or however it is held in place) is tight. Then use your DMM to test the continuity from the bare metal threads on the inside of the tail cap, to the center spring while turning the switch on and off. Some times the switch will not be making good contact to the tail cap on the inside. It is pretty much a tinker toy, so you can take it apart and see how it makes contact with the tail cap. 99% sure that there is where your problem is. If you can determine that it is the switch, but you are not comfortable with repairing it, just send me the tail cap and I will fix it. This happened with another person who bought the kit. It is an easy fix. I just soldered a little blob of solder where the switch could make a better connection to the tail cap... Jay P.S. Another simple test that you can do, is to unscrew the module from the host and just touch the negative end of a battery to the spring. Then use a wire to make the connection from the positive end of the battery to the brass module or heatsink. This will light the module so be careful. __________________ Personal lasers: RPL 425, 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... (now 445!) 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!

03-01-2009, 07:11 AM	#100
kdubbz Class 1 Laser Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 51 Rep Power: 3	Re: FS: DIY Green Kit! Host, Heatsink - Easy Assem well, Im turning it off and on by lightly pushing the button in enough to turn it off, Ill try wire and battery method and report back. EDIT: Tryed it, still does the same thing. Its like is adjusts itself after I turn it on, is it supposed to do that? and you notice when I turn it on, it goes to its brightness it should then it tunes down and you can see part of the threads reflected on the wall when I point it. Very strange what its doing, and I dont think its normal. Anyone else ever had this problem? I never turned the little screw on the module or anything.

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