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Science wing
Modified 10mW Greenie

Joined: 18 Dec 2009
Posts: 12

Posted: 1/05/10, 6:28 AM Post subject: What do yo

Hi, I would like to have a 5mW laser ( I think more power is dangerous!!) but i'm not sure for which to buy?? First i want to know which wicked lasers have 5mw model? I hear that Spyder III has a 5mW model but i dont know which to use core or spyder 3 ?? Please tell me which is better and which has the best quality?

yathern
Wicked Lasers Master

Joined: 20 Aug 2006
Posts: 673
Location: Here, there.... Everywhere.

Posted: 1/05/10, 7:01 AM Post subject:

I guess the spyder III is better, but its not really worth it in my opinion. The spyder III series were initially just for the >100mW range, but they made a lot more of them for some reason. The core will be just as stable, but without all the extra stuff.

Jonazzaz
Wicked Lasers Master

Joined: 28 Nov 2007
Posts: 738
Location: Arendal / Norway

Posted: 1/05/10, 8:11 AM Post subject:

And the Core isn't waterproof, but the Spyder III is. _________________ WickedLasers, change name on the Executive series! -"Execution series" running stable @ 142mW modehopper CNI Infiniti series from Techlasers.

Science wing
Modified 10mW Greenie

Joined: 18 Dec 2009
Posts: 12

Posted: 1/05/10, 1:47 PM Post subject:

Can i use a 5mW laser for astronomy or not? and whats the difference between the lasershades goggles and lasershield goggles? what do you suggest for my first laser? (BTW I'm 16) Please give me more info ... thanks guys!

laseriously
25mW Classic Wicked Laser

Joined: 06 Aug 2009
Posts: 35
Location: Connecticut

Posted: 1/05/10, 2:50 PM Post subject:

the difference between the laser shades and shields is just look and price. My first laser was an executive extreme 55mW. Great for a first laser. Pop balloons, point out stars. You want something that is strong enough to have a beam at night. I suggest an Executive Series Classic 20mW. It will shoot for miles, point out stars, and hit clouds.

laseriously
25mW Classic Wicked Laser

Joined: 06 Aug 2009
Posts: 35
Location: Connecticut

Posted: 1/05/10, 2:51 PM Post subject:

however, if you are going for a 5mW, I suggest the spider 3 pro

yathern
Wicked Lasers Master

Joined: 20 Aug 2006
Posts: 673
Location: Here, there.... Everywhere.

Posted: 1/05/10, 3:17 PM Post subject:

35 or 55mW is a very good starting laser, for people who have little experience. But if you are going for a 5mW laser, here is a quick comparison CORE: About $60 Smaller Weighs Less NOT Waterproof 1.2 mRad <------the lower the better 1.5 beam size <-------Generally lower is better 2 AAA batteries 90 minutes life 5,000 lifetime SPYDER III About $100 Larger (and sturdier) Waterproof 1.5 mRad 1.5 Beam size Comes with rechargeable battery back 40 mins battery life <------probably longer than that, because that is for the 500mW one too. 5,000 hr lifetime Other things to keep in mind: Both are FDA approved The Spyder will have minilocks No duty cycle on either The spyder button is a push button constant On / Off The Core button is just press and it will stay on. Warranty for Spyder is 3 months, for Core is 1 year Spyder is over twice as thick and almost twice as long. EDIT: YAY 600th post! Last edited by yathern on 1/07/10, 3:17 PM; edited 1 time in total

Science wing
Modified 10mW Greenie

Joined: 18 Dec 2009
Posts: 12

Posted: 1/07/10, 6:29 AM Post subject:

I was sarching awhile on the internet , when i confront this answer from the yahoo answers: Hi, just a big tip: NEVER buy lasers from wickedlasers. They sell underpowered, low quality, overpriced lasers. Do you want green lasers go here instead: ....... Is it true?? By the way ... Most of my thinking is the safety of the laser... i know i'll be carefull with that but i don't need to pop baloons or light a match or burning trash bags... I only need a laser to have a visible beam and dot for good distances AND A GOOD SAFYETY .... and also it must be cool and a beautiful body like spyder III ... I think 5mW is the Most secure laser. Wanted more info. Thanks a lot guys

yathern
Wicked Lasers Master

Joined: 20 Aug 2006
Posts: 673
Location: Here, there.... Everywhere.

Posted: 1/07/10, 7:00 AM Post subject:

There are hundreds of smaller laser companies out there. I would not be surprised at all if one of them wrote that. Often, people will get overpowered lasers from WL, and I don't think I have heard any stories of underpowered lasers from WL. Even if your laser does come underpowered, you can send it back for a professional reevaluation, and they can give you a new one for free. The main complaint about wicked lasers is that they are too expensive, which they are. I mean, there not too expensive, but they cost more than the average cheap green laser. This is because the casing is very advanced, the diodes are much more stable, and they are FDA approved as well. Still, I can not completely say that this in untrue, being that I don't own a WL, but there are hundreds of other people that do on these forums, and almost every one of them is satisfied.

Science wing
Modified 10mW Greenie

Joined: 18 Dec 2009
Posts: 12

Posted: 1/07/10, 1:48 PM Post subject:

Does anybody have a real picture of the Spyder III and the Core?? (Not those in the site) And why does the lasershades and the lasershields goggles have price difference? Is this price difference relevance to the safety of the goggles?is the goggles NECESSARY? In order to i must order a goggle with any laser for my safety, all the two laser will be become near 100 USD ...so there is no price difference ... So i must buy a laser which is worthful... Which one do you suggest? __________________ And can i point the moon and stars with a 5mw laser ? Best.

Science wing
Modified 10mW Greenie

Joined: 18 Dec 2009
Posts: 12

Posted: 1/07/10, 2:23 PM Post subject:

I saw a picture of a core lighting a match?!!?! is it true ?with core? And the Spyder III has 299800 wicked bucks... it means that i can buy a 2,998 USD laser???!! Sorry i'm new Thanks.

yathern
Wicked Lasers Master

Joined: 20 Aug 2006
Posts: 673
Location: Here, there.... Everywhere.

Posted: 1/07/10, 3:14 PM Post subject:

Science wing wrote:

I saw a picture of a core lighting a match?!!?! Shocked

is it true ?with core?
And the Spyder III has 299800 wicked bucks... it means that i can buy a 2,998 USD laser???!!
Sorry i'm new Embarassed

Thanks.

The Spyder II comes in a bunch of different powers/colors. The 299800 Wicked Bucks means that if you refer a friend to the site, or through other means gain 299800 WB's, you can get the laser for free.

If you want safety and stability, the spyder is your best bet, but I cant be sure because you will probably be one of the first people to buy it.

At 5mW you will:

Also- unless you are VERY irresponsible, its you wont need goggles. As long as you don't purposely shine it into your eyes, you will be fine. Even in a reflection, your eye will blink within a fraction of a second, and 5mW wont do any damage. But 55mW and up, you should definitely get shades.

Last edited by yathern on 1/07/10, 3:16 PM; edited 1 time in total

Regisiew
Modified 10mW Greenie

Joined: 31 Aug 2009
Posts: 19

Posted: 1/07/10, 3:15 PM Post subject:

Though I wish we could get 299800 Wicked Bucks, you can't. It says that you can get "up to" 299800 Wicked Bucks. This really just means that you will get that many, if you purchase the most expensive model, which would be the 500mW. Sorry to have broken your hopes! Regisiew

Science wing
Modified 10mW Greenie

Joined: 18 Dec 2009
Posts: 12

Posted: 1/08/10, 5:35 AM Post subject:

Does the new year discount still on the lasers?

lazar hazzard
Modified 10mW Greenie

Joined: 04 Jan 2010
Posts: 15

Posted: 1/09/10, 12:32 AM Post subject:

forget about 5 mw get the exec pro fusion!!! its awesome . very bright beam and dot nice divergence and easily burns!!!

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