Paratore Posted November 9, 2015 Share Posted November 9, 2015 Have any of you guys ever used a laser to eliminate majanos or aiptasia? I've seen the YouTube videos but was curious if anyone on here has used one before. My fathers display has LOTS of majanos and we are trying to find an efficient way to eliminate them. Thanks in advance! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheClark Posted November 9, 2015 Share Posted November 9, 2015 I picked one up but the batteries were junk. Need new batteries. Also picked up the blue blocking laser glasses, those are a must (or whatever color you need). It is quite a shock to look at your tank with those on. Heck if you haven't tried it, look at your tank with yellow safety glasses, it is pretty insane too. Gotta admin I am afraid of damaging vision just for the cool factor of cooking aptasia with a laser, maybe not worth it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mandinga Posted November 9, 2015 Share Posted November 9, 2015 YEAH me too! I was wondering the same thing. I also have a pretty significant mojano invasion...anyone have one to rent? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paratore Posted November 10, 2015 Author Share Posted November 10, 2015 YEAH me too! I was wondering the same thing. I also have a pretty significant mojano invasion...anyone have one to rent?I was hoping some would rent one out, that would save some serious money haha. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paratore Posted November 10, 2015 Author Share Posted November 10, 2015 I picked one up but the batteries were junk. Need new batteries. Also picked up the blue blocking laser glasses, those are a must (or whatever color you need). It is quite a shock to look at your tank with those on. Heck if you haven't tried it, look at your tank with yellow safety glasses, it is pretty insane too. Gotta admin I am afraid of damaging vision just for the cool factor of cooking aptasia with a laser, maybe not worth it? Thanks for the insight! Did you ever get to use the laser before the battery crapped out? If so would you recommend it with the proper eye protection? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lexinverts Posted November 10, 2015 Share Posted November 10, 2015 (edited) Is someone else getting excited about this? Edited November 10, 2015 by Lexinverts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paratore Posted November 10, 2015 Author Share Posted November 10, 2015 I'm so pumped for it to come out!!!!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lexinverts Posted November 10, 2015 Share Posted November 10, 2015 Just imagine the majanos are storm troopers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Z Reef Posted November 10, 2015 Share Posted November 10, 2015 Which one did you buy Jeremy? I bought a cheap green one that claimed it would light matches....couldn't even get it to do that...hard to know what ones are the real deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheClark Posted November 10, 2015 Share Posted November 10, 2015 That is so true, allot of fakes out there on ebay. My batteries are so poor, I couldn't recommend the laser yet I have never really lit it up. Melevs reef I think had an article or video on it. This is a good reminder to pickup better batteries and take a crack at it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeramy Posted November 10, 2015 Share Posted November 10, 2015 Take extreme caution if you use a laser in water that you don't inadvertently blind your self or your loved ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salty Pickle Posted November 10, 2015 Share Posted November 10, 2015 Have any of you guys ever used a laser to eliminate majanos or aiptasia? I've seen the YouTube videos but was curious if anyone on here has used one before. My fathers display has LOTS of majanos and we are trying to find an efficient way to eliminate them. Thanks in advance! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I came across this a month or so ago: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paratore Posted November 10, 2015 Author Share Posted November 10, 2015 I came across this a month or so ago: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WvkEbx1P85U It's crazy how a laser does that much damage. Have you ever seen one work in person? I think it would be so fun to "hunt" the majanos and watch them burn haha. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salty Pickle Posted November 10, 2015 Share Posted November 10, 2015 here is the exact kit he has: http://oxlasers.en.alibaba.com/product/1665296539-219687341/OXLasers_OX_BX5_HOT_SALE_powerful_3W_3000mw_445nm_focus_adjustable_burning_blue_laser_torch_with_5_star_heads.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salty Pickle Posted November 10, 2015 Share Posted November 10, 2015 (edited) It's crazy how a laser does that much damage. Have you ever seen one work in person? I think it would be so fun to "hunt" the majanos and watch them burn haha. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I have only seen it once at what use to be my LFS in california "bretts tropical fish" and he swore by it. Edited November 10, 2015 by Salty Pickle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paratore Posted November 10, 2015 Author Share Posted November 10, 2015 My dad keeps thinking about getting one to take care of his majanos but the price tag always stops him. I'm really hoping someone on the forum has one that they would rent out. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeasileyBub Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 I can't really lend mine out because they belong to a lab. I often look at this site. I know it looks super spammy but it's pretty useful. http://laserpointerforums.com/f67/ttl-driver-has-variable-voltage-pot-course-current-93429.htmlThere is also this on craiglist. I don't think you really need to a certain wavelength that will kill them. It's more of just a high beam. http://portland.craigslist.org/clk/tix/5308485011.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paratore Posted November 11, 2015 Author Share Posted November 11, 2015 I can't really lend mine out because they belong to a lab. I often look at this site. I know it looks super spammy but it's pretty useful. http://laserpointerforums.com/f67/ttl-driver-has-variable-voltage-pot-course-current-93429.html There is also this on craiglist. I don't think you really need to a certain wavelength that will kill them. It's more of just a high beam. http://portland.craigslist.org/clk/tix/5308485011.html Thank you for the info! I actually have a green laser like that! I guess I'll have to run an experiment and see if it works! I'll let you guys know how it goes. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Z Reef Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 That green lazer doesn't work, that's the one I bought exactly. You can literally put it on your skin and it doesn't even get warm. The seller said when I told him it wouldn't light matches to "do it in a dark room" LOL don't waste your cash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheClark Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 That green lazer doesn't work, that's the one I bought exactly. You can literally put it on your skin and it doesn't even get warm. The seller said when I told him it wouldn't light matches to "do it in a dark room" LOL don't waste your cash A dark room, what!!?? that is hilarious... Maybe use a blindfold too? Like a tree in the forest.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paratore Posted December 1, 2015 Author Share Posted December 1, 2015 Well we bought one, and man was it a good investment. It zaps the crap out of the majanos! Here is a video, just listen to him crackle and pop lol! Don't mind the TV and parrot noise in the background https://vimeo.com/147420828 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nyles Posted December 7, 2015 Share Posted December 7, 2015 LOL That is sick! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Z Reef Posted December 7, 2015 Share Posted December 7, 2015 Dang! Which laser did you get? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paratore Posted December 7, 2015 Author Share Posted December 7, 2015 We picked up the 6watt one. Go big or go home haha. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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