Introduction: Alternate/substitute Conductive Thread
An alternative conductive thread for your wearable project. If you have lots of damaged headsets/earpieces then this instructable will be useful.
Step 1: Removing Wire From Damaged Earpieces
I am having many damaged headsets. I am going to reuse the wire from these headsets. Remove the wires and now you have thread like wire.
Step 2: Salvage Parts From Earpiece
Components obtained:
Speakers
Mic
Pushbutton &
3.5 mm male jack
Speakers
Mic
Pushbutton &
3.5 mm male jack
Step 3: Using Thread
NOTE: These threads have some special coating on it. So we have to scratch the tips before use. You can see the copper.
When connecting to other components solder the tips.
When connecting to other components solder the tips.