The New Clear Magic Switchbox

This Magic switchbox was created as the result of many flaws both in the operation and appearance of many already available versions. Magic switchboxes have been available for quite some time, and are a closely guarded secret. The secret is obviously contained within the sealed wooden boxes that the other commercially available units use. I already own one of these units, and was very disappointed with it, so much so that I did not use it at all. I intended to re-use the original box until I met with a friend of mine, and took the old unit with me. I explained what I wanted to do. My friend is a designer by profession, and an accomplished electronic hobbyist, and model-maker. A couple of days later an email came through from him “I have had an idea, lets remake it in a clear case, and make it so the batteries can be removed” I said “great lets do it” I am also an electronic engineer by trade, and with our combined efforts, the fun began. Many parts were purchased, some used, some not. Many problems needed to be overcome (eg the clear box) I think it was about a year later when the working prototype was finished. More improvements were made along the way, the bulbs are colored Led’s, they are fitted to bayonet caps for ease of use. There is NO on/off switch as in some originals. It is made in a clear acrylic box. At the end of the demonstration the batteries can be removed and it still works. We plan to create further projects, some based on existing items, with improvements, and some new original magic…………..Sean

Posted by Colin on February 23, 2010