Yeah, well that’s one on those funny things – there are no statutes making them
illegal – it’s basically declaratory on the part of the FDA and I think their
use of the word “illegal” is more than a bit squishy. I know of no instance of
any interference with the sale, possession or (proper) use of variously powered
lasers. Large numbers of members of astronomy clubs in the area own use lasers
between 25 and 1000 milliwatts without problems…. Sam, what do you think?
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Eric,
I did some further checking using the site you gave and others. There are FDA
regulations that restrict manufacturing and sales of laser “pointers” to under
5 milliwatts. They can enforce recalls for mislabeled lasers and lasers greater
than 5mW in power. In addition the FDA’s advice for consumers is:
Audience: Consumers
Product: Hand-held laser pointers that emit 5 milliwatts (mW) output power or
higher.
The FDA recognizes that there are varied and legitimate uses of laser pointers,
including giving presentations, aligning and leveling in construction,
providing gun sights, and pointing to stars. Even lasers under the 5mW limit
can cause harm if not used properly. The FDA recommends the following:
· Do NOT buy laser pointers for children or allow them to use them.
These products are not toys.
· Do NOT buy any laser pointer that emits more than 5 mW output power
and does not have the output power printed on the warning label affixed to the
pointer. Hand-held laser pointers over 5 mW and those that are not properly
labeled are illegal and potentially dangerous.
· Do NOT aim or shine laser pointers at any person, pet, vehicle, or
aircraft directly, or through reflection by mirrors or other shiny surfaces.
· Check the output power of any laser pointer that you own. If it has
an output greater than 5 mW, dispose of it safely according to local
environmental protection guidelines.
· In the event of injury, immediately consult your eye doctor.
This can be found at:
http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/AlertsandNotices/ucm237129.htm
Pete Turner
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Not true. To my knowledge there are no legal restrictions (other than some
possible import restrictions) on them other than not shining them at aircraft
or similar nuisance uses. Check out laserpointersafety.com.
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FYI: 5mW is the strongest laser that is legally allowed.
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So your 5 mw laser is as bright as William’s 250? Sounds like one is way
underrated or vice-versa.
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Oh trust me. This thing is very underrated. You can see the beam on mine while
standing under a streetlight. The one that William has is rated as I think 250mw
And mine is just slightly dimmer. Barely noticeable
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On Nov 25, 2015, at 2:40 PM, Eric Steinberg
<eric@xxxxxxxxxx<mailto:eric@xxxxxxxxxx>> wrote:
I don’t think a 5mw laser is going to be bright enough in the middle of town.
I’d recommend at least a 25 or 30mw pointer.
E
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[mailto:pasmembers-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Terry Dancer
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Subject: [pasmembers] Re: Fwd: green laser pointer
For $10 you can't beat it! Especially since Orion sells them for $60 and
they're not very bright and use alkaline batteries. This one comes with a
rechargeable battery and a charger
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On Nov 25, 2015, at 12:48 PM, Leah S
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oops, I meant "to her". I forgot to look at the name of the person who asked
the question.
On 11/25/2015 12:47 PM, Leah S wrote:
thanks, Terry, I will forward that to him. looks like a great deal!
On 11/24/2015 1:09 PM, Terry Dancer wrote:
This is the one I have. It's super bright
Look at this on eBay:
http://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/390908201146
5mW 532nm Green Laser Pointer Pen Beam Light Lazer + 18650 Battery + Charger
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On Nov 24, 2015, at 10:35 AM, Leah S
<lphxaz@xxxxxxxxx<mailto:lphxaz@xxxxxxxxx>> wrote:
does anyone have advice for Laura about a green laser pointer?
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Hi,
I am wondering which laser pointer you recommend for stargazing in our
backyard? We have a 5mW, but it doesn’t seem to be bright enough all of the
time to see what others are pointing at. Could you also suggest where to
purchase from? Thanks so much! We attended a telescope presentation you did
at Bookmans a few months ago and that was really helpful!!
Laura
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