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21-07-2006, 08:50 PM
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Hello, everyone, just registered.
I just bought an awesome 125 mw laser pointer from http://www.wic....com for starpointing.
For star pointing, the laser more than exceeds my expectations, the green beam can be seen for miles and seems to touch the stars. Yes, i know those lasers are a bit expensive, but i highly recommend them as those lasers are so powerful, they can pop balloons and melt plastic, but i know we as astronomers won't be using laser pointers for such things ; ).
and also, using the Promo code 5202 to buy a wicked laser will give you 5% off, which doesn't sound like much but it definitely is as the lasers cost a few hundred. Anyways, i was just wondering what laser pointers you guys use? |
21-07-2006, 09:25 PM
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Originally Posted by HXP Anyways, i was just wondering what laser pointers you guys use? | No you weren't. You were just advertising |
21-07-2006, 09:44 PM
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and a 125mw laser is at least a class IIIB laser capable of permanently blinding someone !
What a great idea, let all buy them and have a party  Quote:
From the website
New! Use your WickedLaser to dispers Birds and other animal intruders
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21-07-2006, 09:51 PM
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Yeah I just looked at the site and noticed that great benefit too. Sounds fun doesn't it |
21-07-2006, 10:48 PM
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It says "Why do I need a laser pointer with a range of 14 miles that can melt a garbage bag?"
I have to wonder too 
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21-07-2006, 10:55 PM
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Moderator required... delete! |
21-07-2006, 10:56 PM
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Originally Posted by Beryl It says "Why do I need a laser pointer with a range of 14 miles that can melt a garbage bag?"
I have to wonder too | Presumably so that you could melt someones refuse in Sidmouth and Dawlish |
21-07-2006, 11:00 PM
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Originally Posted by glsammy Moderator required... delete! | Yes good idea who needs such dangerous things.Its a definate advert and not needed on this site.
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21-07-2006, 11:25 PM
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Originally Posted by Boddie Presumably so that you could melt someones refuse in Sidmouth and Dawlish | EeeeeeeerrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrYes. You could be right
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21-07-2006, 11:27 PM
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Originally Posted by cherrybee Yes good idea who needs such dangerous things.Its a definate advert and not needed on this site. | Here here. Agreed
What has the subjact to do with wildlife and I didn't see much on astronamy, unless one should want to obliterate the stars as well
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22-07-2006, 06:32 AM
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I saw HXP's post late last night and my immediate reaction was (a) advertising! and (b) what has this got to do with WAB and wildlife?
I see my view is shared by others.
I agree .... delete!
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22-07-2006, 06:56 AM
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I've deleted the link |
22-07-2006, 08:11 AM
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Originally Posted by StuartDH I've deleted the link | Excellent.
What a cheek
I don't think he fooled any body.
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22-07-2006, 08:15 AM
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Originally Posted by StuartDH I've deleted the link | I prefer this solution, rather than deleting the thread everyone can see what a dillon our 'friend' is |
22-07-2006, 08:22 AM
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Originally Posted by Kev Lewis I prefer this solution, rather than deleting the thread everyone can see what a dillon our 'friend' is | I totaly agree
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22-07-2006, 08:34 AM
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Originally Posted by Kev Lewis I prefer this solution, rather than deleting the thread everyone can see what a dillon our 'friend' is | That will do do nicely.  |
22-07-2006, 09:34 AM
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And so far 100 and this one have viewd
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22-07-2006, 08:45 PM
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well if we ever need to buld a laser weapon to zap nasty spammers we'll know where to go  , hope you blocked his user id too 
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22-07-2006, 08:50 PM
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And make swiss cheese of that spammer
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22-07-2006, 10:31 PM
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I know of the company that runs the stupid site. It has ties with a certain large auction website but I wont name any names. |
29-07-2006, 01:16 PM
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I am not even sure if class IIIb laser 'pointers' are technically even legal in this country?
I know a 5mW red laser diode can make you blind but a 125mW WILL more than liekely make you go blind, and any indirect reflections could seriously damage eyesight too.
What a stupid, irresponsible idiot this person is |
29-07-2006, 02:31 PM
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They are legal ollyk but should be controlled, unfortunately the chinese etc have shipped in really cheap 'toys' without due regard to the legal situation |
29-07-2006, 03:34 PM
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Olly
In retrospect it was probably best just to ignore this post and allow it to drift into oblivion. Your comments have just elevated it back to the top of the boards again |
29-07-2006, 04:13 PM
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Cant this post just be deleted? Fair enough if it's wildlife related, but this isn't.
ps: sorry to bring it upto the top again! |
07-12-2006, 05:42 AM
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Sorry for dragging this up, but lasers are a hobby of mine and I hope to educate.
First, yes, the orriginal post is spam. The code numbers given will give one a 5% discount and also give the poster some financial benefit.
Class IIIA lasers are legal to use in public plases. They are pointers. Any laser less than 5mW power are in this class. A <5mW laser can only cause eye dammage with direct exposure of prolonged duration. If someone holds you down and pryes your eye open, then aims the laser directly into your eye and holds it there for several seconds, you may develope a blind spot. Under natural circumstances, people and animals blink or look away far faster than this dammage could occurr. A good quality <5mW green laser pointer is great fun and great for star gazing. It can be seen for miles and is relativly harmless if used responsibly.
A 125mW laser is powerfull enough to almost instantly burn the retina of the eye with direct or even reflected exposure. It is a class IIIB laser and is illegal to use in a public place without an ordinance. Any laser over 5mW can cause permanent eye dammage very quickly. A 125mW laser will produce a stinging sensation on the skin if held close enough (within 1') and will pop balloons, burn through black electrical tape ect. 125 mW is certainly overkill for star gazing! | | |
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