Lasers and laser pointers are used widely for a number of different applications across a wide range of professional and personal fields. From varying output powers, beam colors, safety & design features to accessories and longevity, there can be quite a lot of information to sift through before buying any particular laser. Here we’ll look at some of the basic laser applications and aspects to keep in mind before making a purchase. Burning Ability Despite what many people believe, the color of the laser beam will have no effect on the burning ability possibility. It is the mW (Milliwatts) of output power that determines entirely the burning ability of any laser. As a rule 200mW should be the minimum power looked for (in any laser color) in a burning laser pointer, and of course, the higher the power the greater the burning potential.
