Alternatives To Wicked Stand?

[adamlau]

Any recommended alternatives to a simlar tripod stand which allows for both stable mounting and a constant on method?

 

[jimc1128]

S-KY Lasers sells a nice stand that I use to hold my RPL-400.  It is only $14.99.  I think it works great. The top part that  holds the laser is just 1 of 2 that are interchangable.

http://www.skylaser.cn/portable.asp

 

[adamlau]

Nice. But it looks as if the S-KY unit might not hold the lesser diameter Optotronics pens. And would still prefer the Wicked Stand as it provides for a constant on method for devices w/o keys. Any other recommendations?

 

[Murudai]

Here's a DX solution: http://www.laserpointerforums.com/forums/YaBB.pl?num=1214928378/12#12

 

[jimc1128]

The clamp, that DX sells, is the 2nd part of the S-Ky stand I mentioned. The first piece, in the picture of the stand, is a cradle. The 2nd piece is a clamp.

 

[Murudai]

If you haven't already, check out this review of the Wicked Stand: http://www.laserpointerforums.com/forums/YaBB.pl?num=1194540457

I know you're not going to buy it, it's just a funny read

 

[jimc1128]

I bought the Wicked Stand a few months ago. My only complaint is the price. The quality is actually very good. The posted review must have been from an earlier model or before quality control. I took a chance, bought it and am very happy with it.

 

[Murudai]

jimc1128, does your Wicked Stand come with little rubber bungs around the set screws? That was the problem with the one in the review.

 

[jimc1128]

I did - that was the first thing I checked when I received it. I read the review before purchasing the Wicked Lasers but figured they couldn't have made a product that would actually damage their lasers. That is why I figured the one pictured in the review missed Q.C. and new ones would be the way they are supposed to be.

 

[adamlau]

Can the crade section of the WL stand be separated from the tripod for mounting on another 1/4" tripod?

 

[jimc1128]

Yes it can. I just unscrewed it to make sure.

 

[adamlau]

Does the cradle happen to be 1/4" female, or 1/4" male? Thanks .

 

[rog8811]

The tripod below cost around £5 ($10) delivered, what I like about it is the unusual shape, very futuristic......
It doesn't come with the laser clamp but the DX one would fit.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Compact-Light...hash=item150270888116&_trksid=p3286.m14.l1318

Regards rog8811

[edit]I have just noticed that the title of the ebay listing says Aluminium construction....it isn't, it is plastic....doesn't stop it looking good though[/edit]

 

[rog8811]

...a slightly better view of it.....

Regards rog8811

 

[VillageIdiot]

Looks like a bitchin' laser tripod from Star Wars! :O

Here's the DX setup which looks like a less crazy turret.

 

[electron]

Here's my favorite, works great with the RPL's;

http://store.karaoke123.com/minid1rrs1.html