Hello and thanks in advance for any help. Most of the posts on this site are geared toward higher end lasers, but I'm trying to manufacture a product that just needs a basic laser red dot with a slide switch that can turn on and stay on vice having to be pressed, and of course some power source. The product I'm making can clamp the laser pointer to it, so I'm flexible with exact size, though I would prefer a small and less powerful laser pointer for size, weight, and cost considerations.
I've found multiple low-cost options overseas, mostly marketed as pet toys, but of course none of them are registered with the FDA. I can't seem to find any legit options that aren't wildly expensive. The readily-available basic laser pointers that would work otherwise generally require you to push and hold the button, which doesn't work for me.
Finally, as an alternative, I can't find any companies that might be able to produce a custom laser pointer at a reasonable cost.
Anyone have any suggestions for sourcing either OEM lasers or custom production?
I've found multiple low-cost options overseas, mostly marketed as pet toys, but of course none of them are registered with the FDA. I can't seem to find any legit options that aren't wildly expensive. The readily-available basic laser pointers that would work otherwise generally require you to push and hold the button, which doesn't work for me.
Finally, as an alternative, I can't find any companies that might be able to produce a custom laser pointer at a reasonable cost.
Anyone have any suggestions for sourcing either OEM lasers or custom production?