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*02/13/07: I seem to have burnt out both the diodes that were in the drive, but I now know how to get them out quickly so that I don't damage the diode with excess heat. | *02/13/07: I seem to have burnt out both the diodes that were in the drive, but I now know how to get them out quickly so that I don't damage the diode with excess heat. | ||
| + | *07/27/09: Here is a source of slightly more fun laser diodes: http://www.virtualvillage.com/ps3-replacement-blue-ray-laser-lens-kem-410/sku007301-008 | ||
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[[Image:stripped_rw_head.jpg]] | [[Image:stripped_rw_head.jpg]] | ||
[[Image:important_parts.jpg]] | [[Image:important_parts.jpg]] | ||
Latest revision as of 11:21, 27 July 2009
Status
Cancelled:
I don't feel like tearing apart an other DVD drive.
Details
I have been playing around recently with the idea of creating a handheld laser that can actually do damage. Ex. popping balloons, igniting things, etc. basic schematics for wiring. In fact, the majority of this project was derived from the linked-to website. What remain to be purchased are the project box and switch and possibly a diode to help regulate power.
Materials
- needed: new laser diode
- a laser diode housing
- a threaded collimating lens
- the associated heatsink for the diode
- the 10-15mW laser diode that came with the assembly
- a battery housing for the completed construction
History
- 02/13/07: I seem to have burnt out both the diodes that were in the drive, but I now know how to get them out quickly so that I don't damage the diode with excess heat.
- 07/27/09: Here is a source of slightly more fun laser diodes: http://www.virtualvillage.com/ps3-replacement-blue-ray-laser-lens-kem-410/sku007301-008
Images
