I think i got a freak M140 diode.

[Down with Umbrella]

I got it from dtr with the claimed 2.3A X drive already soldered to to the diode.

 

[Livinloud]

Your problem is most likely the way you put the lens in the holder and which way you screwed it in

Its not promised to bump the output up but it could have been put on backwards. I have a 9mm's doing 2.5W & 3W

 

[Down with Umbrella]

I don't think I put the lens in backwards- The round side is facing out. And I tested the 9mm with a G2 and it put out even less. 2.4 something. All the joints are soldered well. Should be no issues with the connections all.

 

[Livinloud]

Oh well, average diodes do exist

 

[Down with Umbrella]

Hmm, and its got massive wings on each side. :/ ill probably have to run a three element lens that might help

 

[Down with Umbrella]

Update: the wings are from the G 9 lens. I might fiddle with it tomorrow. Thanks livinloud for the tips.

 

[jander6442]

2.4W laser is a gnarly fire breathing monster... I would even back it down if it was your only one.