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http://www.laserpointerforums.com/forums/YaBB.pl?num=1223854139
Friday, November 14, 2008
LaserGlow Hercules 300mW+
Beam Expander X10DR:
This is a quality piece of optics. It is custom fitted to the end of the laser using nylon tipped set screws. It takes about 2 minutes to put it on, the fit is perfect.
http://www.laserpointerforums.com/forums/YaBB.pl?num=1226634294
This is a quality piece of optics. It is custom fitted to the end of the laser using nylon tipped set screws. It takes about 2 minutes to put it on, the fit is perfect.
http://www.laserpointerforums.com/forums/YaBB.pl?num=1226634294
Thursday, November 13, 2008
Green Laser Pointer - Infiniti II
I recently got contacted by techlasers to do a review on their new laser the Infiniti II 95mW. These lasers are typically used for pointing at objects at distance. The Infiniti costs $299.99 and comes with a pair of protective glasses to protect your eyes. The laser beam is very strong and can litterly be seen for miles. The Infiniti also comes with 2 lids to control the beam. The Infiniti’s beam’s strenght can apparently pop a balloon and is intense enough to burn plastic!
Have fun guys playing with this toy. Please be aware that this laser can do damage to your eyes.
http://www.devicepedia.com/misc-gadgets/green-laser-pointer-infiniti-ii.html
Have fun guys playing with this toy. Please be aware that this laser can do damage to your eyes.
http://www.devicepedia.com/misc-gadgets/green-laser-pointer-infiniti-ii.html
Thursday, November 6, 2008
Wicked Lasers, Elite Series Review
Nearly everyone has seen a laser pointer that lets you highlight presentations from a distance. While such lasers are useful, they’re also relatively harmless unless you stare directly at the laser for long periods of time. If wielding a mild laser pointer is too tame for you, then look at the Elite Series of lasers from Wicked Lasers.
These lasers are slightly larger than a ballpoint pen (15mm by 155mm) and made out of chrome finished brass, giving it an elegant appearance. It runs on two AAA batteries, which give the laser a battery life of approximately 90 minutes. This may seem like a short amount of time, but it’s mainly because this Elite Series of Wicked Lasers is nothing more than a low-powered weapon.
At close range, it can easily pop balloons, light matches, and burn exposed skin. Point this laser at a PowerPoint presentation on the wall and you’re liable to scorch the wall. Point this laser at an attacker at close range, and you have a high-tech self-defense weapon.
Its output power ranges from 100mW – 200mW with a beam divergence of 0.8mRAD – 1.2mRAD and a beam diameter of 1.6mm. If you’ve ever wanted a real laser, the Elite Series puts that power in your hands.
Due to the high-energy this laser emits, this is definitely not a toy or an ordinary laser pointer for casual office use. This is a powerful weapon that needs to be treated with care, so you’ll want to keep this out of the hands of children and other unsuspecting people who may play with it and hurt themselves by accident.
If you visit the Wicked Lasers web site, you can read testimonials from soldiers in Iraq, who have battle-tested this unit and praised its performance. If you need high-tech firepower in any situation, the Elite Series of Wicked Lasers will more than meet your demands.
There are a few notable drawbacks to this laser. For one, it sucks the life out of its two AAA batteries far too quickly. If you use this laser frequently, you’ll churn through AAA batteries fairly often, so the cost of additional batteries will add up. Another problem is that the on button is flush with the unit, so it’s difficult to turn it on by mistake (such as when carrying it in your shirt or pants pocket). However, perhaps a cap or some kind to cover over the lens would be helpful just as one more barrier to protect people. That way if you want to use it, you’d have to remove the cap and then deliberately point it at something. The way it is without a cap, it’s too easy to point it at something and turn it on, only to find out that you’re pointing it at something fragile like someone’s eye or on your exposed skin of your arm.
http://www.gadgetreview.com/2008/11/wicked-lasers-elite-series-review.html
These lasers are slightly larger than a ballpoint pen (15mm by 155mm) and made out of chrome finished brass, giving it an elegant appearance. It runs on two AAA batteries, which give the laser a battery life of approximately 90 minutes. This may seem like a short amount of time, but it’s mainly because this Elite Series of Wicked Lasers is nothing more than a low-powered weapon.
At close range, it can easily pop balloons, light matches, and burn exposed skin. Point this laser at a PowerPoint presentation on the wall and you’re liable to scorch the wall. Point this laser at an attacker at close range, and you have a high-tech self-defense weapon.
Its output power ranges from 100mW – 200mW with a beam divergence of 0.8mRAD – 1.2mRAD and a beam diameter of 1.6mm. If you’ve ever wanted a real laser, the Elite Series puts that power in your hands.
Due to the high-energy this laser emits, this is definitely not a toy or an ordinary laser pointer for casual office use. This is a powerful weapon that needs to be treated with care, so you’ll want to keep this out of the hands of children and other unsuspecting people who may play with it and hurt themselves by accident.
If you visit the Wicked Lasers web site, you can read testimonials from soldiers in Iraq, who have battle-tested this unit and praised its performance. If you need high-tech firepower in any situation, the Elite Series of Wicked Lasers will more than meet your demands.
There are a few notable drawbacks to this laser. For one, it sucks the life out of its two AAA batteries far too quickly. If you use this laser frequently, you’ll churn through AAA batteries fairly often, so the cost of additional batteries will add up. Another problem is that the on button is flush with the unit, so it’s difficult to turn it on by mistake (such as when carrying it in your shirt or pants pocket). However, perhaps a cap or some kind to cover over the lens would be helpful just as one more barrier to protect people. That way if you want to use it, you’d have to remove the cap and then deliberately point it at something. The way it is without a cap, it’s too easy to point it at something and turn it on, only to find out that you’re pointing it at something fragile like someone’s eye or on your exposed skin of your arm.
http://www.gadgetreview.com/2008/11/wicked-lasers-elite-series-review.html
10mW laser from Wicked Lasers.
Hey everyone,
On Monday I finally caved in to a wish that I've had for years and bought a green laser pointer. For those who don't know, these are awesome little buggers that are different from the normal red lasers you get because your eyes are most sensetive to green, making them ideal for pointing out constellations and such in the night sky. Unfortunately, they're a fair bit more expensive as well which means it's worth your while to scout out prices before settling on a particular one.
The first thing I learned while scouting out my laser is the wattage you find is key: if you're not in a dark area even a 5mW laser will cause complaints because not everyone will be able to see the laser beam when you point it upwards. Due to the fact that I'd primarily be using the laser in the middle of Cleveland, that and I'm a nerd!, I decided to splurge on a 10mW laser from Wicked Lasers. It was by far the cheapest one I'd found online for that type at $90, and a friend refered me to them in the first place so it seemed cool enough.
The first surprise was the speed with which it got here: the lasers are shipped from Shanghai, China yet it got here in five days! Given, the required shipping took a little extra out of my pocket but still, the distance involved there got me quite excited! That and there's something quite exotic about getting something in the mail with Chineese charecters written all over it...
Batteries were a slight problem as it needed relatively high quality AAA ones, so I ended up stealing some semi-used ones from my roommate's remote control in exchange for some cheap Energizer ones. (Note to self: get to store sometime and get fresh batteries!)
Now time for the actual testing! My Physics and Astronomy Club was having an event tonight at the Case observatory, so it seemed an ideal time to test it after all! Of course, it was bright, but no one had any troubles whatsoever tracing its beam up to the constellations I was tracing out amidst the Cleveland light pollution. I must admit, it's a lot easier to point out "ok, this is the summer triangle" when you can just use a laser! So for someone like me who increasingly finds themselves in positions where you're pointing out the basics I highly recommend one of these buggers. I'm actually kind of sad I didn't invest in one earlier.
And, of course, I'm a physics nerd so after the crowd started petering out we decided to begin testing the range of the laser! Of course we're not ones to wish blindness onto anyone and needed a good way of doing it without endangering anyone who might happen to be looking outside; luckily we were on the roof of a building at the heart of campus and most of the lights were out as it was Friday night. We reached all the buildings around us with ease and even tried a few other non-lit ones with the same result that were well over a mile away! Then, of course, we ran out of suitable buildings with the notable exception of the very distant Cleveland skyline, but there's no way you could see a point that far away even if it makes it there so we're stuck. I mean I'm sure there's an equation out there I can use to check it all out but that's just not as fun; that and it's more fun any day to be an experimentalist rather than a theorist! Someone mentioned that in the lab of one of the physics professors on campus there's a special machine to tell how far a certain laser intensity will travel involving a lot of mirrors and such, but somehow I don't think she'd let a bunch of physics majors come in and play with it. Quite a pity!
So anyway, that's my little review of my green laser pointer, the conclusion of which is that they're really cool to play around with (though if you don't really plan on using it often and just want to play with a laser get a significantly cheaper red one). Hope this review helps out anyone considering getting one!
__________________
http://www.bautforum.com/astronomical-observing-equipment-accessories/32831-green-laser-pointer-review.html
On Monday I finally caved in to a wish that I've had for years and bought a green laser pointer. For those who don't know, these are awesome little buggers that are different from the normal red lasers you get because your eyes are most sensetive to green, making them ideal for pointing out constellations and such in the night sky. Unfortunately, they're a fair bit more expensive as well which means it's worth your while to scout out prices before settling on a particular one.
The first thing I learned while scouting out my laser is the wattage you find is key: if you're not in a dark area even a 5mW laser will cause complaints because not everyone will be able to see the laser beam when you point it upwards. Due to the fact that I'd primarily be using the laser in the middle of Cleveland, that and I'm a nerd!, I decided to splurge on a 10mW laser from Wicked Lasers. It was by far the cheapest one I'd found online for that type at $90, and a friend refered me to them in the first place so it seemed cool enough.
The first surprise was the speed with which it got here: the lasers are shipped from Shanghai, China yet it got here in five days! Given, the required shipping took a little extra out of my pocket but still, the distance involved there got me quite excited! That and there's something quite exotic about getting something in the mail with Chineese charecters written all over it...
Batteries were a slight problem as it needed relatively high quality AAA ones, so I ended up stealing some semi-used ones from my roommate's remote control in exchange for some cheap Energizer ones. (Note to self: get to store sometime and get fresh batteries!)
Now time for the actual testing! My Physics and Astronomy Club was having an event tonight at the Case observatory, so it seemed an ideal time to test it after all! Of course, it was bright, but no one had any troubles whatsoever tracing its beam up to the constellations I was tracing out amidst the Cleveland light pollution. I must admit, it's a lot easier to point out "ok, this is the summer triangle" when you can just use a laser! So for someone like me who increasingly finds themselves in positions where you're pointing out the basics I highly recommend one of these buggers. I'm actually kind of sad I didn't invest in one earlier.
And, of course, I'm a physics nerd so after the crowd started petering out we decided to begin testing the range of the laser! Of course we're not ones to wish blindness onto anyone and needed a good way of doing it without endangering anyone who might happen to be looking outside; luckily we were on the roof of a building at the heart of campus and most of the lights were out as it was Friday night. We reached all the buildings around us with ease and even tried a few other non-lit ones with the same result that were well over a mile away! Then, of course, we ran out of suitable buildings with the notable exception of the very distant Cleveland skyline, but there's no way you could see a point that far away even if it makes it there so we're stuck. I mean I'm sure there's an equation out there I can use to check it all out but that's just not as fun; that and it's more fun any day to be an experimentalist rather than a theorist! Someone mentioned that in the lab of one of the physics professors on campus there's a special machine to tell how far a certain laser intensity will travel involving a lot of mirrors and such, but somehow I don't think she'd let a bunch of physics majors come in and play with it. Quite a pity!
So anyway, that's my little review of my green laser pointer, the conclusion of which is that they're really cool to play around with (though if you don't really plan on using it often and just want to play with a laser get a significantly cheaper red one). Hope this review helps out anyone considering getting one!
__________________
http://www.bautforum.com/astronomical-observing-equipment-accessories/32831-green-laser-pointer-review.html
Beam Of Light Technologies. www.z-bolt.com
Item : Green astronomy quality laser pointer
Price: $139
Merchant information: Beam Of Light Technologies. www.z-bolt.com
History - After seeing and playing with a green laser pointer at an AVAC (Antelope Valley Astronomy Club) star party last fall, I decided that this was a “must have” piece of field equipment. It made pointing out locations of objects to a newcomer a snap, as opposed to the normal “See that bright star, no the other bright star, now go east three hand lengths – no, east is over there”. After much hunting, I found a supplier, which was z-bolt. First off, I picked up one of the cheaper versions, and it turned out that it was DOA. Upon calling z-bolt, they said this is rare, since they test every laser before it goes out the door. Lucky me. Upon finding out that I wanted to use it for astronomy, they STRONGLY recommended that I upgrade to a MOD-2. On their recommendation, this was done. The pointer was received in a beautiful box that is a work of art. I think that it is made of rose wood. Enough said – the pointer's home is now my eyepiece case. It also came with a red laser – pen combination, a promotion that has since been discontinued, I believe.
General observations – this pointer will get brighter after about 15 seconds of use. It also seems to dim if the air is warm combined with a few minutes of continuous usage. Not using it for a little while restored it back to working perfectly.
Brightness – As a guess, it is about a magnitude 1 or 2 at 3 feet distance. This dims down to about a 5 at 100 yards. It is possible to see where the pointer is going tonight – with the moon about half full, from a fairly well lit parking lot. A few months ago, when I was under very dark skies, it looked like a star wars light saber going for miles.
Accuracy – The laser is amazingly accurate. You probably could not differentiate each of the stars in the Pleiades, but you can easily differentiate the different stars in the sword or belt of Orion.
Advantages – This pointer is the most amazing teaching tool that I have ever seen. It is bright enough that if a friend is using my Dob, and cannot find an object, I will put the laser at about the right point, and he can site my Telrad and then the telescope itself down the beam.
Disadvantages – If you shine the laser anywhere on the ground, anyone looking at it will loose their night sight. Also, if there are any astro-photographers around, one click with the laser will definitely ruin anything they are trying to do. Another problem is that – for an area about 100 yards in diameter - the laser beam is the highlight of the sky, degrading the experience for others that don't want to have green light across their horizons. Last, this is a VERY powerful laser. It needs to be protected from those who will pick it up and start shining it on other people. (I actually saw this between a 25 year old and a playful 60 year old. Had to tell them to grow up.) I work with a person who has a blank spot in his vision from a friend playing games in High School, and shining the laser into his eye.
http://www.xmission.com/~alanne/LaserPointer.html
Price: $139
Merchant information: Beam Of Light Technologies. www.z-bolt.com
History - After seeing and playing with a green laser pointer at an AVAC (Antelope Valley Astronomy Club) star party last fall, I decided that this was a “must have” piece of field equipment. It made pointing out locations of objects to a newcomer a snap, as opposed to the normal “See that bright star, no the other bright star, now go east three hand lengths – no, east is over there”. After much hunting, I found a supplier, which was z-bolt. First off, I picked up one of the cheaper versions, and it turned out that it was DOA. Upon calling z-bolt, they said this is rare, since they test every laser before it goes out the door. Lucky me. Upon finding out that I wanted to use it for astronomy, they STRONGLY recommended that I upgrade to a MOD-2. On their recommendation, this was done. The pointer was received in a beautiful box that is a work of art. I think that it is made of rose wood. Enough said – the pointer's home is now my eyepiece case. It also came with a red laser – pen combination, a promotion that has since been discontinued, I believe.
General observations – this pointer will get brighter after about 15 seconds of use. It also seems to dim if the air is warm combined with a few minutes of continuous usage. Not using it for a little while restored it back to working perfectly.
Brightness – As a guess, it is about a magnitude 1 or 2 at 3 feet distance. This dims down to about a 5 at 100 yards. It is possible to see where the pointer is going tonight – with the moon about half full, from a fairly well lit parking lot. A few months ago, when I was under very dark skies, it looked like a star wars light saber going for miles.
Accuracy – The laser is amazingly accurate. You probably could not differentiate each of the stars in the Pleiades, but you can easily differentiate the different stars in the sword or belt of Orion.
Advantages – This pointer is the most amazing teaching tool that I have ever seen. It is bright enough that if a friend is using my Dob, and cannot find an object, I will put the laser at about the right point, and he can site my Telrad and then the telescope itself down the beam.
Disadvantages – If you shine the laser anywhere on the ground, anyone looking at it will loose their night sight. Also, if there are any astro-photographers around, one click with the laser will definitely ruin anything they are trying to do. Another problem is that – for an area about 100 yards in diameter - the laser beam is the highlight of the sky, degrading the experience for others that don't want to have green light across their horizons. Last, this is a VERY powerful laser. It needs to be protected from those who will pick it up and start shining it on other people. (I actually saw this between a 25 year old and a playful 60 year old. Had to tell them to grow up.) I work with a person who has a blank spot in his vision from a friend playing games in High School, and shining the laser into his eye.
http://www.xmission.com/~alanne/LaserPointer.html
BeamQ Laser Pointers
We have received the lasers. They arrived in perfect condition and they seem very good quality. We are very impressed with your product. Thank you for keeping good on your word and I will give you a very good review on the forums. You have been a pleasure to work with and I look forward to ordering from you again soon.
-J
www.beamq.com
-J
www.beamq.com
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