Recent content by ImStillCaden

Turns out with a good bit of focusing it can set a white match on fire! Probably should've spent more time focusing it.

Thank you all for the useful information! I'll probably end up getting a host from Rich or maybe some laptop batteries.

I recently got an Orcalo 700mw 638nm diode, driver, and a Three Element glass lens from DTR. I have safety glasses and am using 2 14500 3.7V batteries. I don't know why, but the beam is completely invisible to naked eye in daylight, and in dark areas. You really can only see the beam at night...

Thanks guys! I'm going to get a real host, I was questioning whether 700mw was too powerful for an Altoids tin. I probably should have thought that through better!

Hey, so I'm building my first handheld laser soon. I ordered an Oclaro 700mW 638 Diode from DTR, I plan on doing this build in an Altoids tin, and I had a few questions. First off, will I need a heatsink? Second, what voltage battery would be best for this? Thank you all in advance, you guys...

Thank you so much! I'll definitely check DTR's site!

Hey! I'm new to laser pointers and I'm planning on building my first burning laser. Where would be the best place to find a diode and driver? I don't think Ebay will be the best place to find a laser diode that is advertised correctly. What website(s) should I go to find a diode and driver (200...