[Laser] PIN Diode Suggestion

[Bob Williams]

Panasonics PN330CL is faster and quiter than the ones I am using. But
that is probably related to the fact that it is tiny with less than 1mm
of active area.  I'm not an expert in these things, but I'd guess if you
have one and can live with the tiny area and need for better focussing
(with resulting narrow field) than give it a go. But if you're buying,
everyone seems to feel the bigger diode is better if you don't need
super high speeds.

Enjoy.
 

Bob Williams (AA1ZC)
trillium@snet.net