- What types of laser systems does HHR handle?
- Technically speaking, we specialize in any system, regardless of end-use, that utilizes a gas laser tube, whether it be ionic or atomic. As such, the most popular units we deal with include (but are not limited to) the following:
Make Model Make Model American
Coherent
Radiation
HGM
ILT
Lexel60X, 68B,
909, 920
I-70, I-90,
I-100, I-200,
I-400, Sabre,
Purelight
5, 8, 20
various (out of
production)
85, 88, 95, 98,
295, ColorproLiconix
Omnichrome
Siemens
Spectra
Physics4220, 4230,
4240, 4250,
4280
543, 643
LGK 7626
107, 120,
124A & B,
125, 127,
164, 165,
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- How about laser systems that aren't handled?
- We don't deal in the following types of laser systems: carbon dioxide, nitrogen, xenon, Nd:YAG, dye, ruby, and most solid state. Also, we don't do medical lasers unless they are argon or krypton. (And, just for the record, we don't handle any of the following laser items: printers, pointers, markers, barcode scanners, weapons, disc players or fiber optics.)
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- Concerning laser light show equipment — exactly what does HHR cover?
- We carry only the laser light sources used in light shows (argon, krypton, HeNe, or a combination thereof), not the beam scanners themselves.
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- I'm looking for a white light air-cooled laser that'll produce an output of exactly one watt. Is there such a thing?
- Generally, no. These types of units typically exhibit an output range of 0–300 mW or, alternatively, > 1 W. However, under certain circumstances, that pesky power gap can in most cases be circumvented via modifications to the laser system, such that an output of 0.5–1.0 W can be achieved. This applies to the American 68B, the Omnichrome 543 and 643, and possibly others.
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- Do you sell/ship worldwide?
- Yes, we are an international corporation.
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- Do you publish any catalogs?
- No. Our available stock changes rapidly. Instead, just go to our Lasers for Sale page for the current inventory.
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- Exactly how does HHR re-process a laser tube?
- Although most of that information is proprietary, you can take our Laser Lab Tour to get an idea of what's involved. And for even more in-depth information go to Sam's Laser FAQ. It's quite simply the best laser reference website on the planet.
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- Can I break off the end of my laser tube and re-pump it myself?
- Unless you're a hobbyist and like to experiment, it's best not to attempt this task yourself. To get consistent results you need a high-end pumping station — typically $50k. Not to mention all the procedural tricks and nuances, due mainly to the fact that no two lasers are alike, nor do they behave exactly the same. Yes, it really is more art than science.
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- Economically speaking, why doesn't my “ion” dollar buy what I think it should these days?
- Many low cost surplus and auction sources of laser equipment have become available in recent (read: internet) years. However, keep in mind that these are used lasers, probably not refurbished and maybe not even reconditioned in any way. The bottom line: properly refurbished systems typically demand higher prices. You get what you pay for.
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- Can you “white-light” my argon laser for me?
- Yes, but it's better to white-light a krypton tube rather than an argon, because the former has a slightly larger bore and return path. This allows for better gas conduction and output power, whereas in an argon unit you will sacrifice some power and plasma stability.
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