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Paul1598419 you couldn't be more correct...but I've got a serious problem. I'm addicted to the power...I NEED the power~!

Definitely going to replace the diode. I've got a few on hand but no NUBM44's. I could use a NUBM06... not sure yet. But I agree with Alaskan. I've had a couple of these burn the window despite taking every precaution against contaminants. I only use 90+ percent alcohol and always one swab one...

I decided to leave the can on. Last night I was using it and the beam went way out of focus. I checked the window and sure enough it was toasted. I went ahead and de-caned it. I'm pretty careful when de-canning, I use a micro vacuum to keep debris away from the diode and I have a very sharp set...

The brightest part of the beam is where the distortion is, and the symmetry of the distortion both vertically and positionally (dead center) has me concerned that something else is going on? My concern is whether or not I need to de-can this diode to keep it from sustaining any damage from the...

Hi Everyone, I recently bought several NUBM44 diodes and some lenses etc. from DTR and so far I have 2 NUBM44's built and running. Both are running at 4.5a with G8 lenses but I don't have an LPM so I can't give specs on the wattage, but assume they are at least 7w. One I use for testing...

Hi Policetac, Great idea! I think that having a smaller less public place to discuss the more sensitive aspects of our hobby would be ideal. In truth, I have a lot more information than I can responsibly share here, and plenty of questions and ideas that may be ethically questionable...

LSRFAQ~ Sorry about the Batman / Steve mix-up....I wasn't paying attention. All sarcasm and BS posts aside, you make a good point with respect to where I was expecting this thread to lead? The truth is, I didn't have any destination in mind. I completely understand the reality of posts...

Steve, You have an amazing insight...it's like you know me better than I know myself. This is a gift that should be shared, and I want you to share it with me. We are often blind to our own challenges and shortcomings, our "issues" as you put it. Maybe you can share some of your insights...

Hi Steve, Your concern is valid, it's just misplaced. And your comment about a person having "already failed" if they find themselves in a dangerous situation is absolutely BS....implicit in your statement is the belief that "bad" people don't prey on others. That "bad" people don't...

I couldn't resist....I had to look! I shielded my eyes but it was no use, the temptation of your siren song was too much for me to resist~ Very cool build. The size is the most impressive part for me. That 20 second duty cycle though....I know you didn't have a lot of room to work with for...

LED's are not a consideration for me. My interests are much more speculative.

"Uncontested" All of your points are valid, no question about it. As a Marine you are undoubtedly skilled with firearms and more importantly, you're emotional response in a life threatening situation would be far better than even the most avid sport shooter. I don't have any military...

It's called an LRAD (Long Range Acoustic Device) and while they are physical very different processes and equipment, in terms of physics and mathematics they are very similar to lasers. Here's a link to the leading company making LRAD's. LRAD Corporation

Thought you guys might be interested in my latest obsession. I'm looking to build my own LRAD (Long Range Acoustical Device). I have no idea where to even begin, nor do I have much experience with sound waves. I'm thinking it's principally similar to working lasers, just with different...

I took your advice and updated my profile, I hadn't even thought about that fact that my info was hard to take seriously...thanks for the heads-up!

VisibleGreen ~ You know it's interesting that you mention responsibility, and the importance of learning lessons in your last post. I've only been working with lasers for a few years now, and I am still an amateur in many ways. That said, I started this hobby with a very healthy respect...

You're right, it could have gone badly, and usually this topic does. I think the key to discussing it is to really to try to keep the discussion strictly about the technology, and avoid any discussion about usage. By "usage", I mean any discussion or speculation about what types of personal...

Thanks Clansley, I appreciate you're comment. Perhaps I'll stick around a bit longer. I too was finding some of the information very interesting. I think the to keeping discussions on topic is to avoid as much personal information as possible. I am definitely guilty of sharing personal...

I'm going to remove myself from this discussion. While I am on many forums, I rarely if ever participate. This thread is a perfect example of why I prefer to communicate with people in person. It amazes me how inconsistent and judgmental people can be, especially when it serves no purpose. My...

Ok, without dragging this completely off topic story out any further. I was in Indianapolis in a part of the city known as Broadripple. It's where all the bars are and everyone hangs out at night. They even close off part of the street. It's a rather small area, maybe 3 city blocks long, and...