Make: Wearable Electronics, 2nd Edition

50 Make: Wearable Electronics

Insulating Conductive Thread

When creating soft circuits, be vigilant about insulation, as

many of these materials are by default not insulated.

Your circuit design should, of course, lay out the conductors

so they do not touch each other. You also need to consider

how this layout will perform in the context of the intended

use. Clothing is inherently floppy. If you take the garment

off and toss it in a pile, could it inadvertently create a short

circuit?

Many material approaches can reduce the likelihood of

short circuits:

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Layout

The physical layout of the circuit itself can prevent

conductors from touching. When ...