I have a chinese green laser that seem to have pretty good optics but a bad diode. The diode is a 5,6mm type and is easily removed since it held in place by a small threaded spacer.
The diode has no markings and the only clue to the powerlevel is that it pulled about 650mA when working.
Is there a possibility to find a replacement diode somewhere for a decent price?
I could just buy a new laser cheaply off dealextreme or similar companies but it would be nice to try to fix it as a learning experience, it's not like i'm expecting to get 200mW out of this one!
any tips appreciated!