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Would these lasers actually burn?






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No, maybe, and no. None of those lasers are nearly as powerful as they say they are.

I can't answer your burning question, though. (pun intended)

Do you have safety goggles? If not, get some. You only get one pair of eyes, don't hurt them.

-cutyall
 
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I've only ever seen one 5,000 mW (5 watt) laser that was legitimate. It was an IR laser, and I think it cost like 600$. Sure it would burn stuff like mad, but no beam would be boring.

I've seen plenty of 3 Watt 445 lasers that people have built, and it wouldn't surprise me if someone manages to build a 5 watt 445 soon, but it will be expensive.
 
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Technically violet would be the best at burning since shorter wavelengths are more energetic.
 




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