I would like to build my own laser

[DarkReaver]

I think of building my own laser.
1.First I need a laser module right? I think maybe from o-like " http://www.o-like.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=2&products_id=16 " or this " http://www.o-like.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=2&products_id=18 "
2. need a housing --> maybe this " Green Laser Pointer Housing - Host 4 your Laser Project | eBay "
3. just put everything together and I have a Laser

Right???

 

[anselm]

click the INDEX link in my signature, there are some good tutorial threads inside.

 

[lasersbee]

I think of building my own laser.
1.First I need a laser module right? I think maybe from o-like " 100mW industrial green laser module [OLGLM100] - $59.99 : Welcome to O-Like.com, Your source for laser products " or this " Green laser module 50mW For custom build or lab [OLGLM50] - $26.99 : Welcome to O-Like.com, Your source for laser products "
2. need a housing --> maybe this " Green Laser Pointer Housing - Host 4 your Laser Project | eBay "
3. just put everything together and I have a Laser

Right???

Basically yes...

But before you start you will need to do some research
and reading on the Forum...
Start with the FAQa and the Stickies...
Then you can read the Laser build Tutorials....

With that done you will have a better understanding of
how to build a Laser correctly and safely..

Don't forget the MOST IMPORTANT item.... a pair of
appropriate Laser Safety Goggles/Glasses...

BTW.... you can also check the B/S/T section on the
Forum for parts...


Jerry

 

[elnicodor]

I have a tutorial in my signature check it out.
These are the links to some of the things you will need:
module
Driver
The diode