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Hi,
I am rather new to laser building and was looking for some good hints and advice. I have seen in multiple threads where used or broken DVD and BluRay drives can be salvaged for diodes. This got me thinking....my brother in law has a large web based computer refurb store. Everytime I go visit his shop he always has a large garbage can full of computer drives, parts, etc. I was wondering what I should look for in these broken computer parts and drives that may contain usable laser diodes? I know for a fact he tosses CD and DVD drives out on a daily basis. Are there certain types, brands, etc I should have him set aside? If so, please let me know...anyone who gives me some advice here I will toss a few diode hosts your way if I can indeed finds them in his garbage.
Cheers!
Jeff
I am rather new to laser building and was looking for some good hints and advice. I have seen in multiple threads where used or broken DVD and BluRay drives can be salvaged for diodes. This got me thinking....my brother in law has a large web based computer refurb store. Everytime I go visit his shop he always has a large garbage can full of computer drives, parts, etc. I was wondering what I should look for in these broken computer parts and drives that may contain usable laser diodes? I know for a fact he tosses CD and DVD drives out on a daily basis. Are there certain types, brands, etc I should have him set aside? If so, please let me know...anyone who gives me some advice here I will toss a few diode hosts your way if I can indeed finds them in his garbage.
Cheers!
Jeff