The laser diode dimmed after a while
Switching constant current sources creates voltage spikes across all the stray inductances. However, after a few runs, the laser seemed to break and stopped emitting any light, which I confirmed by trying to view it on my laser viewing cards (https://). My circuit is shown below, any pointer is much appreciated! Each run, the current. My question is: Is there any 532nm diode that is relativly inexpensive that is designed to run for a long (1 hr) period of time? and if not can I make one? Any info will help alot thanks!The module loses brightness when the laser gets warm. When it's warm, and I turn it OFF and then ON, I see a short burst of bright light, then it goes dim after a. The laser diode is the heart of any laser system, and its health is critical for stable operation. Issues such as overheating, electrical surges, or manufacturing defects can cause the diode to. So just to make sure I understand - First, with the multimeter I'll test both the Red and Green terminals on the board, verify they or possibly only one is actually reading as 3V and if it is that much it's means it has a stable voltage supply which shouldn't fluctuate.
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