Laser Scaler need 3.5 volts

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Good day,

I am planning to install a laser scaler into my ROV2.

the laser scaler need 3.5 volts input, from where inside the electronics Can I get that voltage.

regards
Luis

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Hello,
I might also install some lasers on our ROV… What are you using as a laser scaler ?

As for the voltage, I’d simply add an adjustable DC-DC converter. Just make sure that the current (Amps) needed by the laser sits in between the minimum and maximum current provided by the DC-DC.

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There is no 3.5V that you can use. Check the power/current necessary and get a Buck (step-down) Converter. Either a 3.3V or an adjustable one.
Make sure that the input voltage supported can handle the battery voltage and that the output is adjustable or fixed at 3.3 V.

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William,

thanks for the hint, well received, I found some good step-down converter on ebay. I will continue with the project.

I have found the laser scaler with a chinese manufacturer. I would like to used before I recomended.

regards
Luis

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I am also interested in the project. Which laser did you find and how do you plan to mount it on the BlueRov?

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Hi Antonio.

I just installed the laser scaler, testing next week on Hydro electric plants.

I will let you know the results.

regards
Luis

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Thanks Luis, if you can post a video and a photo where you mount on the BlueRov

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@luis.chavez,

Hello, when you do the test, I am interested in your product choice, too.

We are looking forward…

BR
nikos

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Hi,

I manage to ensamble 4 units of the Lasers redy to install on Blue robotics ROV2.

the laser need 3.5 Volts, I took 14 volts from the LiPo battery on the ROV and transformed with DROK BUCK DC CONVERTER,

I have 3 pieces available, If you need one please send me a email to luis.chavez@24marine.com

Here some pictures of How I have Installed,

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Here a short video of the laser scaler in action

https://youtu.be/Lvka5H_gClY

regards
Luis Chavez
luis.chavez@24marine.com

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Curious your thoughts on the laser scaler you used now that it has been sometime, still recommend?

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If you want professional overlay with the ability to extrapolate measurements on the spot. Try my Oceanvault - Recorder software. Oceanvault Recorder – Delta ROV Inc

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Good day Lotus,

yes it is totally recomended.

let me know if you wantmore details drop me a email to luis.chavez@24marine.com

regards
Luis

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