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I got mine from DTR's site, but he also sells on eBay. You may not get a 3w, it's kind of a diode lottery.

I like the 3 element lens for outdoor use, since its a long, thin beam. Still VERY bright. It's also what I use for long distance balloon popping, ie 50 feet. It's a lot smaller, focused rectangle than the G2 lens. The G2 is great for close up burning and seeing what the laser puts out with a...

Here's a list that was from the "Host Kits/Heatsinks" link on the Ebay page you posted ;) https://sites.google.com/site/dtrshostheatsinkkitpage/ I got a C11 host from Mrcrous, large heat sink and side clicky.

I saw the thread with your build, really liked the looks of the host you used, and ended up doing the same :beer:

Here's a couple quick beamshots. I'll have to do some better photography later. Shining into a tree in the distance Super happy with this laser, but probably going to sell it to fund another build, most of the fun is the build itself. :D

+1 on those heat sinks, I ordered a pack and they're really nice heavy copper.

I'd definitely be interested, just let me know when that time comes. Thanks Thanks for the explanation. Since it's not going to hurt anything I probably won't worry about it.

Thanks for the info, I'll be sure to try it that way!

Never mind about the "wings" on the 3-element lens, I read that is normal.

I'm not really sure, there is some spill outside of the beam on the G-2 lens, and a major corona around the the 3-element lens. This is my 1st 445nm laser, so I'm not sure what to expect. I took a couple pictures, maybe someone can tell me if it's normal or something is wrong. G-2 lens...

Yep, it's a side clicky. One of the main reasons I got it. I have a bunch of Fenix flashlights and my favorites are the ones with the side clicky.

So after a ton of reading on this forum, I decided I would attempt my own build instead of buying a pre-built laser. This forum really has a lot of great info. Got all the parts in and ready to start C11 host from Mrcrouse 9mm 445nm diode in module from DTR 2.2A driver from...

That turned out amazing. Love the pictures and the build!

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Hey everyone. I've been lurking and researching for a while, and this forum has been the most helpful. I'm not super new to lasers, but after reading around here for a while, I realize I know almost nothing! I have an "ok" 105mW 532nm Alpha laser from Nova lasers, but lately have been craving...