So I have realized that there are many topics and threads with regards to Deal Extreme and their cost efficient (cheap) lasers. I thought I would begin a discussion about the products in general, so every one could share thoughts, experiments, and opinions.
I’ll begin with my input…
I have bought many lasers from DX. My reviews can be found on most of the ‘pen’ lasers on DX’s website. Most people in this forum have probably read some of my input on other threads already. That being said, let me begin with what I’ve learned with my dealings with DX. Shipping… for free, can’t beat it! When paid for express, sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn’t. Customer service is not bad. As for the lasers, I feel like if I never spent $1.00 on ANY of their enticing lasers, that I would have enough to buy my RPL now, and all I have to show for it is allot of cases, parts, broken optics, working drivers (with no diodes), pen housings (which I turn into red burning lasers) a few crap 5mw modules, 2 working 5mw lasers (over rated, but dirty optics), and a “true” 50mW laser with an embarrassing beam divergence.
I just thought I would help those out there interested and enticed by DX lasers, to have a chance to read up on some general information if anyone wishes to post their experiences.
BOTTOM LINE: Great laser for beginners (you wouldn’t want to buy your 16year old kid a Ferrari for his first car, you would probably want to start off with a civic). Would only impress amateurs. YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR, right?
I posted this link on another thread but it really inspired me: http://www.truveo.com/Laser-Compilation/id/161463732 = Optotronics RPL average 190mW (true power… lets see that action from the DX 200mW…I don’t think so!)
P.S. Thanks LPF members!
I’ll begin with my input…
I have bought many lasers from DX. My reviews can be found on most of the ‘pen’ lasers on DX’s website. Most people in this forum have probably read some of my input on other threads already. That being said, let me begin with what I’ve learned with my dealings with DX. Shipping… for free, can’t beat it! When paid for express, sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn’t. Customer service is not bad. As for the lasers, I feel like if I never spent $1.00 on ANY of their enticing lasers, that I would have enough to buy my RPL now, and all I have to show for it is allot of cases, parts, broken optics, working drivers (with no diodes), pen housings (which I turn into red burning lasers) a few crap 5mw modules, 2 working 5mw lasers (over rated, but dirty optics), and a “true” 50mW laser with an embarrassing beam divergence.
I just thought I would help those out there interested and enticed by DX lasers, to have a chance to read up on some general information if anyone wishes to post their experiences.
BOTTOM LINE: Great laser for beginners (you wouldn’t want to buy your 16year old kid a Ferrari for his first car, you would probably want to start off with a civic). Would only impress amateurs. YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR, right?
I posted this link on another thread but it really inspired me: http://www.truveo.com/Laser-Compilation/id/161463732 = Optotronics RPL average 190mW (true power… lets see that action from the DX 200mW…I don’t think so!)
P.S. Thanks LPF members!
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