Laser Jammers

A laser jammer, like radar jammers, can be broken down into two main types: passive and active jammers. A passive jammer (whether it relates to laser or radar) does not transmit any electronic signal. Instead, passive jamming effects the signal by either absorbing or reflecting the incoming radar or laser beam. The B2 bomber and the F-117 stealth fighter, for example, use a combination of stealth paint, and intricate shape and design to absorb the RF energy of a radar beam and/or reflect the radar beam respectively.

Active jamming on the other hand, known as electronic warfare in the military, involves transmitting an electronic signal (around the 905nm laser gun wavelength) deliberately designed to confuse the radar or laser source. In the case of laser jammers, this means transmitting an infra-red signal around the same wavelength, and the same frequency as the laser gun.

Laser Diode Jammers vs LED Jammers - what is the difference?

There are two types of active laser jammers; a LED based jammer and a laser diode based jammer. A LED based jammer uses an array of cheaper LEDs each operating at around 0.4mw in power - just like the one in your TV remote control. By comparison, laser diodes are capable of operating at a much higher power - up to 75mw and beyond.

So essentially the difference between the two is that a LED based jammer is cheaper to produce, whilst a diode based jammer is much more powerful, although power without good (jamming) software is useless. Both LED and Diode jammers can be very effective, so long as you understand the limitations.

The downside to a lower powered device is it's limitations at very long range and very short ranges. At very long distances, the power from the LED's is not strong enough to reach the laser gun, therefore presenting a problem if you were targeted at a very long distance. Fortunately most laser speed traps are done at a short range (under 1000 feet in the USA) which means longer ranges is usually not a problem. Short ranges though, can be a problem and this is what is known as "punch through". When the laser pulse reflections from the laser gun are stronger than the laser pulses transmitted from the LEDs, the the laser gun can actually get a speed reading on your car. The distance at which this occurs (punch through) varies between models of cars, and models of laser guns. Again, check out the GOL results for accurate unbiased results.

Cars with lots of reflective frontal surfaces, such as big headlights, fog lights and chrome have more surfaces to reflect the laser gun's pulses back and therefore make it difficult for a laser jammer to do its job. This is why we recommend using Veil anti-laser paint because it effectively masks these reflective surfaces of your vehicle and improves your laser jammer's performance.

A diode based jammer overcomes the power shortfall by operating at a much higher output than the LED based devices, but the downside is a diode is much more expensive to produce.

When comparing the performance of any laser jammer we highly recommend you seek unbiased, independent test results against the particular brand and model of laser guns used in your state or country. It is NO GOOD to judge a test carried out using laser guns that are not used in your area! In Australia, for example, the four main laser guns used by police to catch speeding motorists are:

          1) The LTI Ultralyte 100pps (and the 125pps version in QLD)
          2) The Kustom Pro Laser 3
          3) The LTI Ultralyte Compact (125pps)
          4) The LTI Trucam

You may also find the Kustom Pro Laser 2 or the LTI Marksman in older / remote towns, but the LTI Ultralyte and the Kustom Pro Laser 3 are the two main guns used throughout Australia. As police expand their laser arsenal, you'll find more guns with the 125pps software.

Laser based speed camereas are starting to make an appearance in Western Australia & Victoria with the Vitronic Poliscan. It can detect the speed of vehicles moving in both directions, across 6 lanes.

Make sure you find out what guns are used in your area, then compare the test results against THOSE laser gun(s).

Our Recommended Laser Jammers:   Laser Interceptor - Laser Jammer The Laser Interceptor represents the very best laser jammer on the market today. Many other claim their laser jammer is the best, but independant testing from the GOL for the last 2 years in a row, plus our own video comparison tests show the Laser Interceptor is King. It comes standard with two laser transceivers, allowing you front and rear protection for small cars or motorbikes, and is upgradeable to four laser heads for total protection on larger cars, 4WD's and SUV's. The Laser Interceptor also boasts a unique voice alerts, complete with laser gun identification, so you know exactly which laser gun is being fired at your car. Price: from $599.00 (USD) More Info Conqueror M18 - Laser Jammer The Conqueror M18 is a Taiwanese manufactured LED based laser jammer. It comes with two LED transceiver heads, and has the ability to connect a third. The most surprising aspect of this jammer is it's performance for the price tag - outperforming the Blinder M25 & Escort ZR4 laser jammers across the board, as well as being able to successfully jam the new LTI Truspeed & LTI Trucam lidar guns. In fact the only jammers that beat the M18 in performance are the diode jammers over double the price. For this reason we recommend the M18 for those that want great performance, but don't have a diode jammer budget... NOW SOLD OUT More Info

Not sure of which laser jammer to choose?

The best independent, and unbiased group of testers we have met are the 'Guys Of Lidar' in the USA Read their 2007 test results and their 2008 test results   Also check our own laser jammer tests (with videos) whereby we tested all the main laser jammers on the market Or to compare the features of all laser jammer models available right now: (click on image to view large size)

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Passive Laser Defence:   Veil Anti-Laser Stealth Paint Veil stealth paint is applied to the highly reflective portions of your vehicle, such as your number plate, headlights and any chrome surfaces. It is a translucent paint, allowing visible light to pass through (you can still use your headlights / read your number plate perfectly) however the IR spectrum is greatly reduced in it's reflectivity. What this means in laymans terms, is that Veil cut's down on the maximum range a lidar gun can acquire the speed of your car, giving you precious seconds reaction time you normally would not have... More Info Veil Coated number plate cover Improve your radar detector's laser protection with this easy, quick installation number plate cover (pre-coated with Veil). Since your number plate is both highly reflective for laser, and usually where the laser gun is first aimed, this Veil treated number plate cover will now reduce the IR reflectivity on your number plate. It does NOT prevent your number plate from being viewed or photographed (it is not like the Photoblocker spray or covers) it simply reduces the "IR signature" of your number plate.... Our Price: $49.95 AUD (includes GST) More Info

Jammer Jammer Accessories:   Lift n hide laser jammer stealth kit The Lift 'n' Hide Stealth kit is designed to hide your laser jammers when required.  A switch raises them when in stealth mode, and then lowers them to deploy when in firing mode... Our Price: $399.95 AUD (includes GST) More Info

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