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A Total Eclipse is Coming to Town
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Across a swath of the US and Canada – an eclipse path – about 115 miles (185 km) wide, a total eclipse of the sun is expected on April 8, 2024....

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Mar 13, 2024
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The Great Battery Powered vs Rechargeable Laser Pointer Debate
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Vanilla or chocolate? Pen or pencil? Battery powered laser pointer or rechargeable laser pointer? For many of the little things...

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Mar 04, 2024
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The Best Laser Pointer for Valentine’s Day
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Do you remember how Chris Pratt got his start in acting? Known for such mega-hits as “Guardians of the Galaxy”...

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Feb 05, 2024
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Do You Need a Class 4 Laser?
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Let’s be super clear: There is no limit on the strongest laser you can legally own in the United States....

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Jan 16, 2024
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Kick Off the Season with National Ugly Sweater Day
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Is it really fair to blame Uncle Bob for the rise of the ugly sweater fad? While your family’s sartorial...

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Dec 04, 2023
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Astronomy Lasers for Moon and Stargazing
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Looking at the moon and other celestial objects is a source of joy for humans of all ages. There is...

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Nov 21, 2023
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Top 5 Stocking Stuffer Gifts Under $40 for Work 2023
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A little something for colleagues, associates, clients and friends adds holiday cheer to the season. Plus, those Secret Santa gifts...

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Nov 20, 2023
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The Best Astronomy Laser Pointer
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The field of astronomy has been around for centuries. In the beginning stargazing was done by mapping the sky with...

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Nov 14, 2023
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What Are The Different Laser Classes?
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Lasers are more prevalent in our everyday lives than ever before. The more normalized lasers are, the easier it is...

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Nov 07, 2023
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About That High Powered Laser Pointer
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A high powered laser pointer as part of police, military or homeland security kit is not new. They have been...

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Nov 06, 2023
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The Strongest Laser Pointer for a Safe Hallowe’en
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Alpec’s powerful laser pointers can be a part of the season’s spooky good times when kids run around collecting candy...

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Oct 18, 2023
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Why Blue is the Coolest Laser Pointer Color
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Did you file an extension on your taxes (due October 16)? With your refund, consider purchasing an Alpec blue laser...

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Oct 02, 2023