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@laserphase: No problem! I'll PM you next week if it's still available! :beer: @vsbeen: PM replied!

@vsbeen: I can do $42 dollars shipped for both lasers :beer: @laserphaze: thanks! I had an awesome time building it. Beam shots can be found in the build link provided. :beer: I am accepting offers. =]

Thanks grainde! :bumpit:

Thanks guys! I'm pretty sure it can be done, just need to use a strap wrench or similar to break the glue seal. I've tried by hand it's almost impossible. Please correct me if I'm wrong. :beer:

Please don't forget to read the disclaimer at the end of this post!! Hey guys it's been awhile! I'm cleaning up and just need to sell some stuff that I don't really need anymore. First up! My 2nd laser build featured here [link] The tail cap threads are a bit damaged so I put Teflon tape to...

Hey Brian, I'm glad you got it all sorted out! :beer:

Ah yes, he did in order to determine the number of diodes to use on the test load. You are correct that you have to add the test load diodes Vf + resistor Vf to match the overall Vf for the laser diode.

@blord: Ah, yes I forgot. :o @scumbagatheist: Vf of resistor is calculated by Ohm's law (V=IR). Since resistance is 1 with 2% tolerance, V=I or Vf = I It could be a little higher or lower depending on the actual resistance, but it shouldn't vary that much. PM incoming. :beer:

PM sent! :beer:

Hey Roger no problem, basically you just want to get as close as possible to the voltage drop the laser diode. It depends which 445nm diode you'll be using some of them will drop 4.5V or more at that current. The diodes on the test load will drop about .7V-.9V depending on the current each so...

Awesome! Glad to hear you got it alright. :beer:

PMs sent!

Hey mhemling33! I should have one available on Monday, if you don't mind waiting. I'll send you a PM on Monday!

This is really terrible news. Condolences to you and your family, James. I hope you get well soon. :(

Hey Bristol, I just replied to your PM :yh: What gillza posted is also correct. BTW, not bad on drawing that on the n900! :beer:

You'll be needing a Torx T8, a T handle preferably or a regular handle with a slim shaft. I bought a set of Torx screwdrivers at Lowe's and ended up having to grind down the shaft to be able to fit down that hole. ;)

I hope things get better for you Clif. :( Wishing you the best.

Sweet build! I see you even burned your name on your laptop :p

I'm a member of that forum as well! Nice people. For a CREE, I'm sure Dr_Evil has it right, the XM-L U2 bin is the brightest. There are even U3-U6 bins, but then again they aren't single die. Besides CREE, Luminous has the CST-90, which is just a tad brighter than the SST-90.

Hmm, you could try that but it might be pretty dim or might not even light up at all. These LEDs need at least 9 amps to run properly. I wouldn't trust those batteries as well. I doubt they can pull a 10C discharge. I think I posted a few drivers in the OP if you wish to try that.