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I'm wondering how long it takes for a high powered laser (>100 mw) to cause permanent eye damage? I feel like a quick, random, reflection wouldn't do much...
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How quickly can a high powered laser blind a person?
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It can cause damage before you can blink away. Be extremely ware of high-power lasers.
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the speed of light = 299 792 458 m / s... that is pretty quick.
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i got hit by a 100mw green a few times, my eyes have never been the same.
have you ever looked into a light bulb for a few seconds? when you blink, did you notice the after image? well i have a permanent after image of a line shape that is there forever.
my advice to you, anything over 1mw should be treated with extreme care, and goggles should always be used. even 5mw can do some damage
have you ever looked into a light bulb for a few seconds? when you blink, did you notice the after image? well i have a permanent after image of a line shape that is there forever.
my advice to you, anything over 1mw should be treated with extreme care, and goggles should always be used. even 5mw can do some damage
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@ btc5 Depends on many factors...have a look here, I actually posted in response to a similar question....:http://laserpointerforums.com/f65/2-5w-saik-copper-module-pic-heavy-74753.html
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Laser Visuals - Scanguard laser show analysis software : Lite Version
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There's a free app at the App Store that calculates the safe range for various powers and divergences of lasers. If only I could recall the name of the app... It can probably be found by searching for "lasers".
I registered to download lite version 24h ago but still no dowload link came to my mail....
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The name of the free laser hazard app is "laser NOHD". At Apple's App Store.
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Cool. I'll check it out.
I wish it had a built in divergence calculator...
I wish it had a built in divergence calculator...
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Neat, thanks for sharing.
Also cool. I have several nifty electronics apps, but I hadn't seen these.
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