1.5 amp Options

[LikeitBright]

I did driver for 1.5A myself using TPS61030 chip

The driver:

and my laser with it:

Cool, did you use the application sample circuit?
http://focus.ti.com/lit/ds/symlink/tps61030.pdf

 

[Cyparagon]

Is that a pre-built driver using the LM388 Cyparagon or building from scratch? Similar to the LM317 circuit?

Yes. As I understand it, the lm338 is simply a beefier version of the lm317. Its not a boost or switching regulator, but neither is the flexmod.

 

[ArtDen]

I'd like to see some more shots of that laser you built. Do you have your own thread?

I have created the thread right now: http://laserpointerforums.com/f65/1...ade-driver-images-video-57212.html#post808990