
HOW TO: BRIDGE SWITCH
A bridge switch leaves a small break between
two pieces of exposed conductive material. When
another conductive object or garment is put in
contact with the break, it bridges the connection
and closes the circuit.
STEPS:
1. Draw and cut paper patterns for the two pieces
of conductive fabric. Be sure to include tabs
long enough to be clipped with an alligator clip
(Figure
J
).
2. Lay out the two pieces of conductive fabric so
they are close but not touching (Figure
K
).
3. Carefully iron the conductive fabric in place.
You can fold the tabs around the edge and iron
them on the bottom too.
4. Connect a conductivity test ...