Using the LM317 regulator circuit-
Is a 9v battery supply to much voltage to the diode?
I see that the AA size 3.7v lithium ion batteries are a popular choice. What is the actual number on these batteries? If i were to say go to radio shack to get them?
If using the lithium batteries as an option, are these good for both low and higher power lasers?
When finding the appropriate power level for a diode on a test circuit, the current that is measured across the resistor on the test bed is the actual mW of the laser? For instance, if i am measuring. 05mA across the resistor then i can assume the laser diodes output is 5mW?
And lastly, at what diode power level is the LM317 circuit capable of supplying? 200mW? 400mW?
Thanks!
Is a 9v battery supply to much voltage to the diode?
I see that the AA size 3.7v lithium ion batteries are a popular choice. What is the actual number on these batteries? If i were to say go to radio shack to get them?
If using the lithium batteries as an option, are these good for both low and higher power lasers?
When finding the appropriate power level for a diode on a test circuit, the current that is measured across the resistor on the test bed is the actual mW of the laser? For instance, if i am measuring. 05mA across the resistor then i can assume the laser diodes output is 5mW?
And lastly, at what diode power level is the LM317 circuit capable of supplying? 200mW? 400mW?
Thanks!