Battery Interrupter - Soldered
This low cost, low tech Battery Interrupter allows you to switch adapt a toy without altering any of the internal electronics.
Device Information
Overview
A battery interrupter allows users to use an assistive switch with battery-operated devices without modifying the device's internal electronics. This a low cost version of a battery interrupter, while others exist like the Flex PCB Battery Interrupter. This device can be used with AAA, AA, C, or D sized batteries and is inserted between the battery and battery terminal. This device is often used to create adapted toys.
How To Use
Insert the interrupter either between two batteries or between a battery and a battery terminal. The interrupter jack will sit outside of the battery enclosure so an assistive switch can be plugged in. Be sure to leave the device in the ON position at all times.
Disability Type Description
People who use assistive switches may benefit from using battery interrupters. Switch users often have movement-limiting disabilities like spinal cord injuries, muscular dystrophy, ALS, among others.
Estimated Cost (CAD)
Maker Information
Skills Description
Only basic soldering and assembly is required to build this device.
Print Time (hrs)
0
Assembly Time (hrs)
0.5
Tools Needed
Common Hand Tools;Soldering Iron
Build Instructions
For assembly instructions please download here.
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License
Attribution
Design and Assembly Instructions: Makers Making Change
Usage Graphic: Gurbaksh Singh (techiebaksh)
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