HELP i am about to buy from rckstr

[GreenLaser]

helo in about 10 min i am about to buy this Micro-Drive V3 adjustable driver (assembled) - $14.92 : rkcstr.com, Micro-Drive and laser diode electronics

just double cheking because i am a noob.
1. i have a red 2.5v red diode will this work?
2. i have to attach to multi meter to adjust the pot to set the voltage right?
3. if i get any red lasers from dvd drives i can just adjust the driver then attach it cant i ?
cheers
p.s speedy response would be good

 

[pHeneX]

1: Yes, due to 2.25V+ Vf of the driver you would need at least 4.75V, more would be better. (2.5V+2.22V)
2: You need a test load connected to the driver, then you put your DMM between a 1ohm resistor on the test load and read your DMM. Rule here is 1mV=1mA
3: You need to adjust the driver with your test load an then connect the diode on it.

You can get test loads also at the site you posted. (circuit kits)

Peace

 

[phoenix77]

VERY RECOMMENDED that you get a test load also. This will allow you to set the current BEFORE you hook up your diode, thereby preventing overloading your diode & winding up with an LED. Also, RKCSTR is a great guy to do business with, fast service & good prices. rob

 

[GreenLaser]

just got a message from him he has just posted the parcel of to me here in australia.
good guy good to do busines with. anyone know if they get things in like laser pointers diodes etc?
cheers

 

[LaZeRz]

i got a module in from aixis labeled as misc lighting products and it got throguh fine, im aso waiting on my dvd 20x sled