Replica graflex clamp for activation box?

**Seth Skywalker** · 05-26-2018, 11:51 AM

Hi everyone! I was wondering wether the replica graflex clamp sold by tcss, could be used for an activation box or not. Also wondering if it fits on mhs V1 or v2. Thanks.

**IINerfII** · 05-26-2018, 08:28 PM

Hi Seth, I’m using that clamp in my current build, so I can share how it’s going! The clamp is not the same fit as sleeve material, so you’ll need a shim to make it snug. I am going to be printing a micro switch holder for the clamp card, which is just about the only way I know of to make the clamp into an activation box. I’ve also heard of some folks placing a switch under the lever as well. Good luck!

**Seth Skywalker** · 05-26-2018, 10:04 PM

Thanks Nerf! You got a thread for your current build?

**IINerfII** · 05-26-2018, 11:29 PM

Not at this time, but I’m going to post a build thread on it soon, I hope. Still working on what I actually want to DO to the thing!

**Warlock** · 05-27-2018, 05:15 AM

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Used a Coupling section to sit under the clamp and drilled a path for the wiring. Used a 3d printed switch holder from Shtok (used a different one at first but didn't work well at all) as well as the Slothfurnace card which required a bit of sanding for the switch.

**Seth Skywalker** · 05-27-2018, 09:56 AM

Originally Posted by IINerfII

Not at this time, but I’m going to post a build thread on it soon, I hope. Still working on what I actually want to DO to the thing!

Thank you nerf! I'll be waiting to see that build of yours.

Originally Posted by Warlock

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Used a Coupling section to sit under the clamp and drilled a path for the wiring. Used a 3d printed switch holder from Shtok (used a different one at first but didn't work well at all) as well as the Slothfurnace card which required a bit of sanding for the switch.

Wow! Really cool lightsaber ya got there. And that is the exact sloth card I was thinking I'd use. Thanks warlock, good to know the card fits in and I like the lightsaber!

**Warlock** · 05-27-2018, 10:26 AM

Thanks! Figured you were looking for something along those lines with the clamp card. One the card you'll have to sand underneath on the end with the switch (or both if 2 two switches are used). It's gonna be a trial and repeat process. IF you sand a bit too much you can apply tape or I've seen strips from aluminum cans used to fill back in. All depends on the switch and switch holder used.