Dec 5, 2011 #1 D DKlaser 0 Joined Nov 16, 2010 Messages 170 Points 18 Is it just from a difficulty standpoint that I do not see threads on DIY 532 lasers or is it a cost factor to where it is cheaper to buy one already done?
Is it just from a difficulty standpoint that I do not see threads on DIY 532 lasers or is it a cost factor to where it is cheaper to buy one already done?
Dec 5, 2011 #2 TuhOz 0 Joined Aug 23, 2011 Messages 337 Points 0 It is extremely difficult. I recommend you to buy the laser/module
Dec 6, 2011 #3 rocket689 0 Joined Dec 17, 2010 Messages 1,144 Points 48 Crystal alignment is very tedious and difficult. There are some members who do build their own, but it isn't easy like soldering a driver to a diode. Here is a new, interesting, crystal setup that may look promising and make 532nm laser building somewhat easier. http://laserpointerforums.com/f45/pico-green-laser-module-ebay-anyone-tried-69121.html
Crystal alignment is very tedious and difficult. There are some members who do build their own, but it isn't easy like soldering a driver to a diode. Here is a new, interesting, crystal setup that may look promising and make 532nm laser building somewhat easier. http://laserpointerforums.com/f45/pico-green-laser-module-ebay-anyone-tried-69121.html