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    Double checking my safety goggle choice

    So I'm thinking of getting a diode: the Osram PLPT5 450KA and then running it at 5mw, then stepping it up over time, I'm fairly certain that the Eagle Pair 190-540nm OD6 goggles should be fine, but I'd just like to double check given the nature of how important sight is to me...
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    Have i made this circuit correctly?

    So i've made this circuit to drive a Mitsubishi ML101U29-25 at a working voltage (The diode represents the laser diode); Is this going to work? The first part of the circuit is a simple voltage divider to reduce 3v down to 2.5v, then it goes through the lm317 in constant current mode to...
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    Chinese laser pointer question.

    Most likely over-spec massively, make sure u have the right wavelength glasses for the job
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    Chinese laser pointer question.

    Where did you buy this? Most often chinese laser pointers are very.... unreliable; Not only that but i would STRONGLY, VERY STRONGLY advice buying laser goggles (Here is the best and only trusted sellers widely avalible, never use sunglasses or cheap ebay laser goggles: www...
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    Would this as a first project be a bad idea?

    Turns out the diode has writing on the side of it, "4CRCP362" it has 4 pins and is a closed top diode
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    Would this as a first project be a bad idea?

    Another question, cos i don't want to start another thread; If i'm taking apart a dvd reader, know the model number and brand; How feasible would it be to get the laser power? Tried asking other people but noone can find anything about this specific device.... (clarion PS-2684H-E) Ideas?
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    laser legality in Australia

    The bill that was passed defined a laser pointer as portable, just make it so powerful it needs 240v mains.... kappa
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    FS: Nice Knife Price Dropped, 650nm Laser

    Is there any way you could get a rough estimate (Within ~50mw) of the wattage of that 650nm laser by any chance?
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    laser legality in Australia

    ahhh, yea that sounds correct, fortunately last time i checked the diodes themselves are not illegal, nor are the drivers; Some people have gotten away with stuff by shipping the diode and driver separately
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    Would this as a first project be a bad idea?

    Cool, was thinking of grabbing the " Oclaro 250mW 637nm Laser Diode In 20mm Copper Module W/Leads No Laser Driver" And simply making my own driver following these instructions: www. youtube.com/watch?v=2Rjlf7gnXms Any last minuite things before i order? Would it be very strongly advised to...
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    Would this as a first project be a bad idea?

    Thanks for letting me know, are there any cheap-ish diodes that you guys would suggest? I would but a nice pre-made on but customs is a bitch sometimes.
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    Would this as a first project be a bad idea?

    So basically i am tihnking of building a laser of ~300mw, 808nm as my first laser project, i have experience in electrical engineering and have also researched about the safety hazards of lasers and will be wearing goggles for the appropriate wavelength of laser, my question is; Where can i get...
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    laser legality in Australia

    I agree with paul, however if you read this thread (pinned): https:// laserpointerforums.com/threads/actual-laser-laws-by-country.53770/ You can see this note: I've been told you do not need a permit if you are a member of an approved astronomy organisation or if you own a weapon permit. So...




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