Maybe for the EE folks? Looking for a switch

Started by memper, May 14, 2014, 11:56:59 AM

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memper

So Im on the hunt for a touch sensitive (capacitive) momentary switch to set up a trick starter button. Ive looked all around google but cant find any with high enough amperage. Any ideas?

Toggles are easy enough to find and the goal is to have a keyless system with hidden switches.
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Buckethead

Quote from: Jester on April 11, 2013, 07:29:35 AM
I can't wait until Marquez gets on his level and makes Jorge trip on his tampon string. 

memper

Quote from: Buckethead on May 14, 2014, 12:08:43 PM
Relays are your friend.
True but I'm not sure what you mean. Are you suggesting that I make my own capacitive switch?
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Buckethead

No. I'm suggesting you use a low-current capacitive switch to control a relay that runs high current to the rest of your starting system.
Quote from: Jester on April 11, 2013, 07:29:35 AM
I can't wait until Marquez gets on his level and makes Jorge trip on his tampon string. 

memper

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Ah! I get you.  [thumbsup]
Perhaps I could use this: http://www.amazon.com/Capacitive-Touch-Sensor-Switch-Kit/dp/B004HMZ890

Couldnt I use the above with the stock starter relay?

(I have a '99 750 btw)
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Buckethead

Looks like that would work. Someone please step in and correct me if I'm wrong.

Output of that to the stock starter relay should do the trick.

If you go forward with the project, keep us posted. Could be pretty effin sweet.
Quote from: Jester on April 11, 2013, 07:29:35 AM
I can't wait until Marquez gets on his level and makes Jorge trip on his tampon string. 

memper

Quote from: Buckethead on May 14, 2014, 05:47:22 PM
Looks like that would work. Someone please step in and correct me if I'm wrong.

Output of that to the stock starter relay should do the trick.

If you go forward with the project, keep us posted. Could be pretty effin sweet.
I dont see why not. Essentially Im just changing the interface of the starter button. Stay tuned.... [drink]
"Calling a bikini fairing on a monster a fairing is like calliing a girl in an actual bikini proper work attire....unless shes a stripper." -He Man

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Important: always check your battery filter and regularly change your headlight fluid.