Laser Diodes

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Welcome to laser-diode.net! We are dedicated to supplying you with specs, tutorials, and projects involving laser diodes. There are many DIY projects you can do using a laser diode; such as creating a powerful laser that can burn objects and light matches or making a cool laser show effect.

Common Laser Diode Wavelengths

The most common easily obtained laser diodes have the following wavelengths: 405nm (Blu-ray), 445nm (Blue), 635nm (Redish-orange), 650nm (Red), and 808nm (Infrared).

Laser Diode Applications

Laser diodes are used in a multitude of different applications such as laser pointers and shows, CD and DVD players, CNC machining and cutting, and medical devices. This site focuses more on the laser diode in the laser hobby.