2014-11-24 (M) Arduino Laser Tag

Parts for the vest unit were arranged. The terminals strip was replaced with a model which has quick-disconnect terminals as well as screw terminals. 16AWG (American Wire Gauge) wires with quick-disconnect ends were made with a terminal crimper. A scratch awl marked the hole locations for the terminals strip and enclosure. Short wood screws held the components in place. A small notch was cut from the back of the enclosure to allow wires to pass from the enclosure to the terminal strip. 2 1/2" (65mm) countersunk bolts were inserted through the wood platform and tightened to the surface. Additional nuts suspended a polycarbonate sheet above the enclosure, terminal strip, and battery.

Parts arranged

Holes marked with scratch awl

Components mounted on black wood panel 

Notch cut in back of enclosure

Polycarbonate covered enclosure

To do:
  • Draft schematics
  • Break down tasks into more detail
  • Build vest mounts
  • Build another tagger with a long gray barrel
  • Make instructions for all parts

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2014-11-22 (Sa)

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