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[ianhappyface]

Hey guys! so im sorta new to the whole laser world and im just really lost on what to buy. so i want a good laser that has a CLEARLY visible beam and doesnt fade after a few seconds (thanks ebay lasers) and burning would be cool but is not totally necessary to me. the laser i was looking at is the wicked lasers E3 or is it worth it to get the arctic spyder III? if that company isnt reputable, please point me in the direction of a good one.

 

[anselm]

Hello and welcome to the forum!:wave:

If you want to wait for months to get your laser, sure, why not go with wicked....
Many members here prefer to buy their lasers at O-like or Rayfoss and
they are much happier with what they get.

You might wanna take a look at the INDEX link in my signature, there might be a few
interesting threads inside.

Have fun and be safe!

 

[Pilgor]

optotronics have nice lasers that are on spec and have really nice beam profiles which is good for burning. They're green, they will be really visible.

Optotronics Laser Products

 

[ianhappyface]

Hey thanks for the quick responses guys! And I'm also wondering what actual laser I should buy, preferably one with no defraction.

 

[InfinitusEquitas]

Strictly for pointing a 50mW green laser should be just fine. The reason why I suggest a 50mW is that it's not too dangerous (still dangerous mind you), and you don't have to worry as much about catching a reflection off of say a white wall.

So personally I'd suggest this: 50mW transformable green laser/adjustable/burning [OLV50] - $41.99 : Welcome to O-Like.com, Your source for laser products

I have the 200mW version which I usually carry on me, but to be honest the dot is just too bright. For actual presentations which I have to do once in a while I use a 20mW pen, for vast majority of people, a 20mW pen is shockingly powerful in a dark conference room:eg: There is a seller on here selling tested pen lasers: http://laserpointerforums.com/f39/limited-supply-deal-my-overspec-5mw-greenies-promo-code-63137.html

Once my ebay pen breaks down, I'm gonna order the next one from him (or a couple).