> Yes, two pieces of fiber, one with a detector and the one with > emitter. I polished the ends, then tapered the outer sheath so > they could be bound together at an angle with their light paths > intersecting OK, sounds like a mini version of the reflective opto I tried first The strands of my fibreoptic lamp are much thinner than 1mm, probably simplest to mount them in fine holes drilled in a block of metal. Why do I get the feeling I'll be shopping for replacement bits some time this week ? Thanks --=20 http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist .