Make yourself a safety purse

At a time when theft and violence are on the rise, we need to take safety precautions. An inexpensive alarm system that girls can carry in their purse may be a good idea. of course if they allow you to mod their purse! This tutorial is from the MAKE Magazine. Lets start working.

What you Need.

1	120 db Siren
2	A small switch
3	9volt battery
4	Wire
5	Heat shrink tubing
6	Some clothing material ( a piece of tough cloth is fine)
7	Your purse!

How it is done.

Watch the Video: http://www.youtube.com/v/FhxWWBymLBY&hl=en&fs=1&rel=0&color1=0x3a3a3a&color2=0x999999
OR follow the instructions below.

1	The siren has two wires. Connect the red wire to the switch.
2	Connect the other siren wire to the negative pole of battery (usually marked with a “-“ sign).
3	Connect the other pin( or wire) of the switch to the positive (+) pole of the battery.
4	If you don’t want to use heat shrink tubing you can use normal insulation tape to insulate the exposed wire.

5	Use the clothing to make a small bag (cover) large enough to fit the battery. Put in the battery and sew the opening.

6	Cut a small hole at the bottom of the purse (So the alarm can be heard).

7	disguise the hole by patching the hole with some gauge material.

8	Put the siren at the bottom of the purse, near the hole and use some adhesives to attach it.
9	Attach the switch at the top of the purse.

Done!