Powering a HeNe with an old CRT monitor

[Coherent Light]

I suppose there would be some way to regulate the output. HIMNL9 could probably lay out a circuit to do it in 5 minutes. It would take Me a bit longer. LOL

 

[james1095]

Why reinvent the wheel? There are already lots of circuits, and many of the parts you need to build something similar can probably be salvaged from the same old monitor or TV.

Sam's Laser FAQ - Complete HeNe Laser Power Supply Schematics
Sam's Laser FAQ - HeNe Laser Power Supply Design

 

[Coherent Light]

I know I just like taking HIMNL9s name in Vain...

I knew schematics were out there, but forgot Sam had them as well...Good Call. +Rep.

 

[hakzaw1]

I have used a few flybacks to power HeNe's, and They provide plenty of juice! Did not use a monitor flyback, but TVs I think They might have a bit more umph. Actually it's a bit scary at 1st because the voltage is very high, and I just had them laying on the bench.

Hak You could use a flyback for the tube you have with no PS.

thanks for remembering that I needed help--+rep to you sir!

 

[roddenberry]

Hmmm. Thanks james1095, I will heed your advice. I don't wanna accidentally destroy any of my HeNe tubes. It is indeed some intense ionizing voltage and it wouldn't take much to zzzzap one of 'em. I think I'll just stick to the brick PS. :lol
- Robert