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Hey! So, I'm new here (obviously, since it's my first post), but I've been lurking for about a year. Finally joined, because I finally ran into something I need help with!
I've owned a few lasers, and started with a little 5mW greenie, and later jumped to a 30mW. I've toyed with a 200mW red before, and after discovering burning, I am in love. I've wanted to build my own laser for quite a while now, but I finally am getting started on it. I really want something with a bit more... oomph. That would be fun. Don't worry, I am safe, and will buy myself some glasses, too. (Good links are appreciated!).
I found some 1.5W 445 diodes, (Danglasers, and also on eBay, DTR is selling some) and the price seems resonable. On top of that, they come pressed in housings, which is a plus for somebody with little experience like me. I would need help with getting it into a working handheld, though!
I would probably buy a 1W driver, and I am completely comfortable soldering, but I am unsure what exactly to do. I've read threads here before, and they gave great info as to what I need to do, but it wasn't enough for me... :undecided:
Getting a nice host would be easiest, but any suggestions? Nothing too crazy expensive, please! What should I do for heat? Etc., etc... basically, I need some help, and a few helping hands throughout my first real build.
Thanks in advance, and sorry for the essay, but hopefully you all can offer me some help!
I've owned a few lasers, and started with a little 5mW greenie, and later jumped to a 30mW. I've toyed with a 200mW red before, and after discovering burning, I am in love. I've wanted to build my own laser for quite a while now, but I finally am getting started on it. I really want something with a bit more... oomph. That would be fun. Don't worry, I am safe, and will buy myself some glasses, too. (Good links are appreciated!).
I found some 1.5W 445 diodes, (Danglasers, and also on eBay, DTR is selling some) and the price seems resonable. On top of that, they come pressed in housings, which is a plus for somebody with little experience like me. I would need help with getting it into a working handheld, though!
I would probably buy a 1W driver, and I am completely comfortable soldering, but I am unsure what exactly to do. I've read threads here before, and they gave great info as to what I need to do, but it wasn't enough for me... :undecided:
Getting a nice host would be easiest, but any suggestions? Nothing too crazy expensive, please! What should I do for heat? Etc., etc... basically, I need some help, and a few helping hands throughout my first real build.
Thanks in advance, and sorry for the essay, but hopefully you all can offer me some help!
