BogerTech Launch Controller Parts List

(tools list) Before buying any parts read the plans through thoroughly.

Part availability and cost subject to change.  List  last updated July 21, 2004

Quan-
tity		 Part Radio Shack
Part Number		 Picture Estimated
Cost
1 Project Enclosure 6x3x2 270-1805

3.79
1 T-3 1/4 Miniature Bayonet Lamp Base 272-325

2.29
1* SPST Momentary Push button Switch 275-609

3.29
1 4 AA Battery Holder 270-391

1.69
1 6.3V 150mA T-3 1/4 bulb 272-1110

1.59
1 35 feet rainbow wire 278-857

3.99
2** Insulated Alligator Clips 270-378

3.49
2*** Multipurpose posts 274-661

3.99
1*++ key switch (not available see below) 90-7153

NA
  Double Stick Foam Mounting Tape      
4 AA batteries      

Substitutions may be made for most parts.  Substituting a different lamp or using an LED may need a resistor added to the circuit --see plans.  All Radio Shack Parts are available at www.RadioShack.com some parts are not stocked by your local Radio Shack.

*2 momentary switches are needed if the key switch is not use.  The Radio Shack package includes 2 such buttons, the red one is used for the fire button.  The black one can be used in place of the key switch.

**2 tiny alligator clips are needed, this radio shack pack includes 10 insulated clips.  The insulation is not needed and could melt during launch.  I removed them.

***2 are needed four are in the package

++Radio Shack discontinued the key switch.  Try a web search for Electronic Parts.  One possible source http://www.allelectronics.com/
a key switch can be made with a 1/4" phone plug and jack or a mini plug and jack.  Short the connectors inside the plug together and it will act as a key when inserted in the jack.  Be sure to use an open circuit jack.

Tools Needed

(parts needed)

Pliers

Utility knife or wire stripper

Soldering iron

Drill and/or other tool for cutting the following size holes in the aluminum top:

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