Switches

What is a switch?

Accessible switches allow for individuals to use alternative inputs to interact with electronic objects, such as a computer or switch-adapted toy. Commerical switches available are often expensive and non-adaptable. Here you will find instructions that you can build from readily available materials. All materials that are not typically found in homes, will be linked at the bottom.

DIY Switches

A yogurt container with conductive tape on the lid and a wire coming out of it.

Conductive Switch

A piece of coroplast with a piece of conductive material creating a bridge over it.

Feather Switch

Two pieces of coroplast covered in conductive tape arranged in a chip clip style with a wire coming out of it.

Paddle Switch

A 4 inch piece of pool noodle cut into a hoagie with conductive tape on each side of the bun.

Pool Noodle Switch

A square piece of fabric with a monoaudiojack coming out of it.

Soft Switch

A small metal barrel connected to a monoaudiojack wire.

Tilt Switch

Switch Instructions

Learn how to build your own switches.

Troubleshooting

Press down the conductive tape around the wires in the switch. This should resolve most problems.

Materials

Item	Brand	Link
Monoaudiojack Cable	Digikey	Link
Double-sided permanent foam tape	Duck	Link
Aluminum Foil Tape	ETERART	Link