200mW red pen, duty cycle and eye protection?

[Leyburn]

Hi, I've just bought another one of these after recommendation on this website.

http://www.yourlasers.com/product/h...en-(burns-match-+-visible-beam-daytime)-11315

Any ideas on the duty cycle? i.e. how long can I leave it running for? Also eye protection, is it a requirement for 200mW red laser?

 

[laserhead2112]

I would say 1min.on and 30sec. Off and yes you need safty glasses for any laser over 5mw..

 

[Leyburn]

Thanks, several suppliers in the UK for safety goggles in the 600 - 700 nm range, but the cheaper goggles appear to be sold as a fashion item! What's your view on this:
Laser Safety Goggles EP2 For 200-380nm & 600-760nm (Red lasers) - Detailed item view - OdicForce Lasers Online Shop

 

[laserhead2112]

Yep those will work eagle pair from odicforce has good rep here on lpf.