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I just got my Arcane 2.0 635nm 1-watt laser from Sci-Fi Lasers, operated by the Forum's own TheJoker. It's heavy and powerful-looking. The beam, once focused, has slightly asymmetrical 'wings' as shown in this thread of the smaller 1W from Sci-Fi. With a 4 minute duty cycle, I don't worry about burning out the diode in ordinary service. I'll post more photos soon, but I wanted to get this out there.
It's a side-clicky laser, which has the advantage that you can rest it on its base to point upwards if desired. The focusing ring permits pinpoint focusing at close distances and acceptable performance at long distances. Overall, I'm well pleased with this purchase.
It's a side-clicky laser, which has the advantage that you can rest it on its base to point upwards if desired. The focusing ring permits pinpoint focusing at close distances and acceptable performance at long distances. Overall, I'm well pleased with this purchase.
