Resistive Touch Switch
If you find assistive switches difficult to press, the Resistive Touch Switch may be the solution you're looking for as it only requires a gentle tap to activate.
Electronics
Mechanics
Custom PCB
3D Printing
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857Device Information
Overview
The Resistive Touch Switch is a cost-effective, 3D printable accessibility switch consisting of a thin contact pad and a control box. This device can be used to control electronics including phones, computers, adapted toys, and gaming consoles.
The contact pad comes in a rectangular or circular shape, and detects contact through skin moisture, simliar to how touchscreens work.
How To Use
Secure the contact pad on a flat surfacing using adjesive and connect it to the control box. Plug a 3.5 mm mono cable from the control box into the device you want to activate.
Disability Type Description
Users with low hand strength who find assistive switches hard to press may find this device suitable.
Since the contact pad is activated through skin moisture, this switch may not work for users who can't sweat due to a disability (e.g. spinal cord injury) and those with very dry hands.
Estimated Cost (CAD)
Maker Information
Skills Description
This device involves beginner level 3D printing and soldering, as well as ordering a custom PCB.
Print Time (hrs)
3
Assembly Time (hrs)
1
Tools Needed
Common Hand Tools;3D Printer;Soldering Iron
Build Instructions
This device consists of multiple 3D printed parts. Refer to the assembly guide.
Print Settings:
- 0.2 mm layer height
- 20% infill
- No Supports
Project Link
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License
Attribution
Design and documentation by Neil Squire Society / Makers Making Change.
Contributors:
- Milad Haji Hassan
- Derrick Andrews
- Jake McIvor
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