I finally got my first non pointer blue that i can run all the time, the blue point i have went LED on me so i ordered a PLTB450B from DTR's page, it was going to fix the pointer but i put it this
http://www.ebay.com/itm/445nm-450nm-...item35e832811e
instead and so far i am happy, my projector built wont use this diode but it may find it;s way into other things like a X Y just connected to audio with open loop like i do now. the green DPSS i think is nearing the end of it's life, the tightness of the beam is starting to get fuzzy.
Is a fuzzy beam a hint on the IR diode dieing? if so i will probably replace the diode. I don't remember it's form factor, it's not C-mount but like C-mount but flat and not vertical with the screw in the middle. \
I never thought in a million years that i would have a class 4 laser on my arm rest for this chair "i do have it turned down"
i guess the true test if you are nerd or not is being more exited about a laser diode then what the local sports team as done