Recent content by Tommy_D

Re: So did I just waste some coin on this red lase Thanks for the thought, and interest guys. The model is electric FWIW. Also the light would have only been triggered for a second or so to just help maintain orientation. Currently the fuse <on the latest venture> alone has just under 100...

Re: So did I just waste some coin on this red lase Interesting... I note the spec you used was 200mW. The place where I purchased my green one has a 200mW unit but they will NOT ship to the USA?!? Aside for bulking up on some reading is their any option? Lastly can I ask what the amp draw one...

Re: So did I just waste some coin on this red lase Thanks for the spec Max. Perhaps if I explain what I'm using the laser for you can be of some more help. I fly model airplanes at night. The models are illuminated by many, many LEDs. However as you might imagine it's easy to loose...

Re: So did I just waste some coin on this red lase Thanks Max. I do understand that a red laser must be more powerful then green to see. However mine will only be used in near complete darkness outside. Tommy D

Re: So did I just waste some coin on this red lase Thanks Dave! Now without a cat I guess it's just plain useless! I purchased a green one about a year ago that is rated at 30mW and produces a really nice beam in the dark. Could you suggest a similar one, but in red? Thanks much! Tommy D

Hi Guys, first post so try and go easy on me! ;) I just purchased a red laser off E-Bay. What I'm looking for is a beam, that can seen at night at say a distance of 1/2 mile or less. No I don't want to start fires, or pop balloons, just make a red line into the night sky. So can anyone guess...