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I don't know any more information about the diode lol, all I know is it's an 808nm 300mW infrared diode... My biggest issue is how do I find out what kind of goggles I need?

Okay so I had a thread about this a long long time ago here, but I have an 808nm 300mW infrared laser diode. I was told I would need a strong driver to provide steady current, as well as a good heat sink and a good housing. Could anyone point me in the right direction for what I need to look...

Alright thanks for the info. ~lilneo

Thanks for the replies guys, so since everyone is saying put this IR diode away for now, then I will listen to you guys. I repackaged it and put it away for when I have enough experience. Could you guys possibly point me to a cheap DIY laser kit, where everything I need would come with it...

Well this is the thing, I saw a video on youtube with a description of an 808 Nm 300 Mw laser diode, and mine is 809 Nm 300 Mw. And in the video, there was a purple dot where the laser was and the guy said he could see it with his naked eyes. So I know the beam is invisible but I would think I...

Thanks for the info, I'm not a dumb person I just don't know too much about building lasers. In fact I'm a computer programmer so if you just take a second to explain some of the stuff I would very well understand. And I am looking into the adjustable driver, I would probably prefer that. ~lilneo

Well, like anyone, I would like to spend the least I can without compromising my vision, or harm to my vision. ~lilneo

Okay so, being a complete laser novice, explain to me. What is a driver? I assume it is something that limits the voltage to the laser? Oh don't worry about sounding rude. I would not be here if I didn't want the straight truth. Thanks for the information, where would be my best chance for...

I waited a few weeks for this diode to arrive D= Also, I have no idea if it's even 300 Mw, this is the diode I purchased: 808nm 300mW High Power Burning Laser Diode DIY Lab New on eBay.ca (item 180577237860 end time 20-Nov-10 05:07:51 EST) So... But I see where you are going, with Kipkay's...

Okay so I am sure there are lots of tutorials around about this, but I would just like an experts words on which tutorial would best suit me. I ordered a 300 mw 809 Nm laser diode online. I know this diode is Infrared, and I am curious as to what I need to build it. I was hoping to follow the...