As I promised: first 2 units arrived yesterday and... indeed their quality is professional and exceed even my expectations!
They are looking better, now are better build than what you saw on my past pictures, fit better inside AX/DX module. Also, I tested one on red an blue, and the spot on focus are super ok. Has been few days delay, because all units must pass quality&insurance tests (made by manufacturer). So, finally, we have it, professional quality, just plug inside ax/dx case and work like a charm!
So, this units are final version and ready for shipmet! Development work has ended!
Also, correction ring works as expected too!
For example, on 121mw/red with AX plastic, using this lens I got 151mw. For violet, from 106-108mw with ax plastic, I got 148mw with this unit!!!! Also, using correction ring on blue, I lost only 4mw (144mw). This confirm all: dispersion is ok, diode inside has been mounted ok, lens is ok too... so we have less than 3% loss ... in total power... under 7% as stated above!
I know the unit price (40EUR) for this first 2 units could be considered higher by some members. I can understand their considerations, but in this way, we can make things happen.
Now, is time for other members, to come and join to this project. I'm done on my side! Now, we can have a good lens, factory assembled, regular product, fit perfect inside ax/dx case, no aditional modifications, just plug&play, at lower costs. And targeted price (30Eur) can be deacreased too in the near future. All is dependent by frequency & quantities ordered!
Regards,
Alx