Recent content by stevetexas

Thanks for pointing out my oversight - there are 2 new links. :)

good explanation - thanks. many others have had a problem with these lasers and not much attention brought to this potential (and easily correctable) source.

Re: Hex DIY Red Laser - The ULTIMATE burner idea! other pre-made options: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1999-2007-Yamaha-YZF-R6-R6S-BILLET-SPIKE-BAR-ENDS_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ35580QQihZ011QQitemZ320167063233QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVW...

Re: Hex DIY Red Laser - The ULTIMATE burner idea! could you polish/chrome the tip of a large nail or spike?  Someone on CPF offers an exotic coatings service... http://cpfmarketplace.com/mp/showthread.php?t=163656

LOL!!!! "can't touch this..."

Re: My poor laser... =[ long story... You could probably turn it into a red or contact Laserglow about getting it repaired (at your cost since it it out of warranty). You could also try removing the module from a DX 100 or equivalent and creating a "franken-laser" with the Galileo body.

Re: Hex DIY Red Laser - The ULTIMATE burner idea! maybe if you facet it like a diamond it would reflect the direction you want a little easier.

nice find - what are the dimensions on this thing?? (3 button batteries sort of make it less useful for a pointer unless you can mod it to take something beefier)

these would give a false sense of security, perhaps more dangerous than no glasses at all. I agree with Pseudo, don't buy these unless you really know what you're doing and are not using high powered IR sources.

Judge the company by honesty and customer service. Judge the laser according to it's merits and advertised performance. Honesty in advertising is key. For the laser to measure out at only 15mW when sold as 30mW is fradulent. Nothing wrong with a laser that has lots of IR as long as you're aware...

Re: 100mw green handheld laser please send one of each model for review so we can test the power and IR output of each type.

Re: Laserglow - 300ft match, balloon and fireworks very nice!!! this is what I am still hoping for on for a portable/adjustable unit... :-/ With the right optics you should be able to get a 200mW laser to do the same thing

added - thanks!

Re: Hex DIY Red Laser - The ULTIMATE burner idea! very nice!!! can you show a picture of the focusing cone you made?

The heatsinks can be bought online or at a local hobby shop.  I don't remember the exact inner diameter of the heatsinks so you'll need to do some research and take some measurements of the metal gear body. The lasers I made don't require duty cycle from what I can tell (I've left them on over...