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Hello everyone!
I've recently came into possession of a laser that's in desperate need of repair. The problem with this laser is still to be determined but I need access to the module in order to properly investigate. Except, the host is press fitted and I seem to be unable to get it apart.
Does anyone have any tips on how I might be able to separate the host without damage? Currently I have it in my vice with a piece of thick leather and I've tried walking it back and fourth while pulling to try to "wiggle" it free. I have not gotten it to budge. I've tried a combination of heat and cold on both sides without much progress. I'm also pretty sure theres a bit of glue in the pressfit (which won't dissolve in acetone!) which just just adds more problems.
Let me know if any of you have any techniques for this kind of "headache".
Thanks!
Jeff
Additional info, I have access to liquid nitrogen and will be trying this method more tomorrow.
I've recently came into possession of a laser that's in desperate need of repair. The problem with this laser is still to be determined but I need access to the module in order to properly investigate. Except, the host is press fitted and I seem to be unable to get it apart.
Does anyone have any tips on how I might be able to separate the host without damage? Currently I have it in my vice with a piece of thick leather and I've tried walking it back and fourth while pulling to try to "wiggle" it free. I have not gotten it to budge. I've tried a combination of heat and cold on both sides without much progress. I'm also pretty sure theres a bit of glue in the pressfit (which won't dissolve in acetone!) which just just adds more problems.
Let me know if any of you have any techniques for this kind of "headache".
Thanks!
Jeff
Additional info, I have access to liquid nitrogen and will be trying this method more tomorrow.