Well, at the very least there's a safety warning in the video this time.
The PHR one doesn't: YouTube - DIY: How to Make a High Powered Burning Blue/Violet Laser Pointer
Nor does the 250mW red one here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_VrND...931&feature=iv
So, a simple blurb saying not to point the laser into other peoples' eyes, and not to look into the beam is enough for him to get away with everything?
In neither of the videos, or the descriptions, does it say to use safety goggles when using the laser or when burning. There is no mention of protective eyewear in any of these two videos, or in his reviews. The only difference at the moment between styropyro and KipKay is that styropyro uses a driver. That's it.
In the description, there's detailed parts lists for each build. Yet there's no mention of goggles, or where you can get a pair.I'd guess you get paid for referrals and advertising for those companies. I'm sure advertising protective eyewear isn't too hard?
Both the PHR and the LOC have potential to cause permanent eye damage from an accidental exposure. They also have the potential to cause permanent damage as a result from cumulative exposure, especially when burning, where a high-intensity focused beam is present.
Especially considering during burning sessions where your face may be as little as 30cm away from the laser and the spot on the object. The potential for damage, even from cumulative exposure to diffuse reflections, as stated before, is there. And it is not being addressed adequately, and is not even mentioned.
KipKay was flamed into oblivion over not actively promoting the use of protective eyewear and at the very least he now has warnings in his videos. Although more needs to be done, kudos for him for at least having warnings in the videos. His videos have none. And why can he get away with it while KipKay can't?
Perhaps it's just me, but do I smell double standards, from the community as a whole? Just because styropyro's a 'respected' member of the LPF community he doesn't need to face up to this same criticism?
On top of that, there's all the technical mistakes in his videos, including only setting the diode flush (in both the 445 and the PHR), not using a test-load to set current, not testing the driver beforehand, and setting current with the diode running. Anyone else who had those sort of mistakes in a build guide or tutorial would immediately be flamed, or even -repped.
Perhaps I'm not the only one seeing the hypocrisy?
Also, a party is no excuse not to address safety concerns, especially from your fellow LPF members. If there's an issue regarding your video, taking some time to address it would not be difficult. I'm sure 5 or 10 minutes would not matter in the grand scheme of things, especially on such a sensitive topic (having both had the Arctic affair and the KipKay lighter giveaway).
