DIY Switch Adapted Bubble Blower

by delaneyb in Circuits > Assistive Tech

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DIY Switch Adapted Bubble Blower

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This project is designed to adapt a bubble blower so that it has switch access.

Supplies

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Remove Screws

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Remove the six screws from the back of the toy. (Note: you will not have to remove any of the screws from the tail)

Add Hole

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Melt or drill a hole into the very back of the toy to allow enough space for the cables to fit.

Cut Cable

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Cut the end of the cable. (We will be using the female end for this adaption).

Strip Cable

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Strip the cable so that there is approx. 4 inches of the red and white cable showing.

Strip Cable Again

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Strip cable so that the wires from both the red and white cables are showing. (Note: only strip a small portion of the cable)

Solder

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Add solder to the ends of both the red and white cables.

Thread Cable

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Thread the cable through the back of the toy. Tie or use a zip tie to prevent the cable from being able to be pulled out.

Solder Part 1

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Solder one cable to the area shown in the photo.

Solder Part 2

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Solder the second cable to the area shown in the photo.

Reassemble

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Reassemble toy.

Enjoy

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Add switch and enjoy!