How to Mod a Blue Beast Laser
A Blue Beast laser pointer employs a red laser diode to create laser light. The power supplied to the diode is purposefully throttled back to increase the life of the batteries. You can "mod" -- or modify -- the Blue Beast laser so that the diode can receive enough electricity to reach its full intensity. Household tools will be needed.
Instructions
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Unscrew the back cap from the Blue Beast laser pointer. Remove the cap. Up-end the pointer and shake the batteries out of the battery compartment. Place the cap and batteries aside.
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Hold the pointer by the back end in one hand. Grip the ring at the front of the pointer with pliers held in the other hand.
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Twist the pliers counterclockwise to loosen the ring. Continue twisting the ring until it separates from the pointer's body. Place the ring aside.
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Grip an edge of the circuit board inside the front of the pointer with needle-nose pliers. Pull the circuit board out of the pointer. Place the circuit board on a table with the computer chip facing up.
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Insert the tip of a jeweler's screwdriver into the slot in the single screw on the circuit board. Rotate the slot clockwise for two revolutions.
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Return the circuit board back into the pointer. Screw the ring back on the front of the pointer. Tighten the ring with the pliers. Return the batteries to the battery compartment Screw the cap back on.
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Tips & Warnings
Modifying the Blue Beast laser pointer will void its return warranty.
Never point any laser pointer at a person or pet or a reflective surface. Do not use a laser pointer outside of your home since it could become a safety issue or even a violation of the law.
