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[chris147]

Hi all, Ok so I have weak hands and use these https://www.ablenetinc.com/micro-light-switch to run my computer but they are rather pricey. So I was wondering if anyone could help replicate something similar to them that might cost less than $85 - $100 per switch.

[lyndon]

How do they run your computer? Are you using it to turn the computer on and off?

[chris147]

How do they run your computer? Are you using it to turn the computer on and off?

I use them with a http://stealthswitch3.com/ to make keys and or mouse buttons I can't otherwise press on keyboards and mice. Oh and I should specify I don't care if the switches look the same I just care about the switch taking the same 10 grams of force to activate. These here https://www.sparkfun.com/products/98 seem like a possible candidate.

[lyndon]

It seems that you're looking for a generic low-activation force switch. Those limit switches should work: they typically activate with a very light touch.

[chris147]

Ok so this switch http://ca.mouser.com/ProductDetail/Omro ... z0I3XQU%3d has a better lower operation force, So would just I solder a standard ⅛” (3.5mm) diameter connector to it for it to work with the Stealth Switch 3?