Newb In need of direction

[wobblesauce]

Hey so I need a laser to kill aiptasia in my fish tank. I have a bunch of sony VTC5 18650's so I would like to be able to use those. Im thinking I need 1.5w + in order to kill these damn things. I have a budget around $150. Can anyone suggest something that would work for me? I live in Rhode Island USA so something I could purchase domestically would be great.

 

[sinner]

You must consider a $50 for your eye safetywear aswell, There are several lasers currently on sale check out the b/s/t forum section.

 

[wobblesauce]

oh yeah def need eyewear , any specific suggestions?

 

[chipdouglas]

it should be done for about 100. if you aren't looking for a fancy laser to carry around, you can be way under budget and make your own "ddl lm317" driver, buy an aixiz module with lens (like 5 bucks) a radio shack small plastic project box a battery holder that fits your 18650, and a 445 diode. since youll want good power, id suggest a heat sink from one of our members that will accept the aixiz.

Michael.

 

[wobblesauce]

They are starting to overtake my tank, I'm honestly looking for a quick fix. way too busy to be getting into a new project at the moment.

 

[chipdouglas]

check the laser pro shop, and bst section.... a semi quick way now would be to get a bunch of peppermint shrimp, I've also heard that a syringe with vinegar and inject it into to the aiptasia works too. if you go the injection route, turn off your pumps

Michael.

 

[Pi R Squared]

I think that wont be powerful enough. How big is your tank? This has come up here before at least a couple of times. It probably wont work good enough at 1.5W.

 

[wobblesauce]

I can't get peppermint shrimp my fire shrimp would kill them in 2 seconds. I've been injecting lemon juice for months and they just keep multiplying!! 40 breeder.

 

[wobblesauce]

Blord hooked it up, 2.3W for $150. Thankyou for everyones help.

 

[Hemlock_Mike]

Remove the fish and add 1.0 oz of 2-4D....
Works in my yard!!! Good Luck.
HMike

 

[wobblesauce]

yeah.... corals wouldn't like that very much

 

[Deleted member 13229]

I hope you didn't forget goggles! Pointing a 2W blue laser into a reflective fish tank will fry your eyes for good if you aren't wearing goggles.

Here is a good pair: Eagle Pair® 190-540nm Standard Laser Safety Goggles

Make sure you read up a bit on laser safety before firing up your new beast!

That being said, you will not be disappointed with your laser from Blord!

 

[wobblesauce]

yeah i got 2 pairs of these.

http://laserpointerforums.com/f52/c...test-uvex-s0360x-ultra-spec-2000-a-73484.html