Green Laser Pointer Output Power Levels Question??

[aarhed362]

what is the lowest possible power level of a green laser without having to modify it so that it will burn things?????

5mW
10mW
20mW
30mW
50mW
100mW
150mW
200mW

 

[joenobody]

Re: Green Laser Pointer Output Power Levels Questi

Well,
It kind of depends on a few factors, such as how focused you can get it, (if focusable) How good the batteries are and stuff like that.
In my experiences, a good 50mw will light stuff if focused perfect w/ new batts about 6 inches from head, but can take some time and you must be VERY still.
80mw is considered the minimum norm for lighting a match of dark color I beleive. But once again, in perfect conditions.
In most cases, with battery sag and poor beam specs of the "cheaper" versions out here, 100mw would be the least I would suggest if you want any kind of repeatable events.
125mw should light fairly easy, and 150mw and up you should have no problems.
Hope this helps. (Remember your goggles w/ these higher powered units, they are BRIGHT!) Any other perspectives on this from everyone else?
Thanks!  
Joenobody

 

[f22warzone]

Re: Green Laser Pointer Output Power Levels Questi

depends what you want to burn
http://www.novalasers.com/NOVAstore/pc/viewPrd.asp?idcategory=3&idproduct=14
their is a chart on the buring capabilites of each power level