DIY Perimeter Alarm To Protect Your Home & Camp
Protecting your home or camping area does not have to be hard. By building a simple, yet effective, perimeter alarm you can effectively protect your home or camp from intruders. If you are interested in learning how to build a DIY perimeter alarm, then read on.
Materials You Need
To build a DIY perimeter alarm you will need the following:
- PVC pipe
- Wire
- Connector caps
- Alarm system
- Battery
- Pliers
- Screwdriver
Instructions
- Determine which area you will be protecting. This could be your home or a camping area.
- Measure the length of the area you are protecting. This will help you determine the size of the PVC pipe you need and the number of connector caps to use.
- Mark the area of the perimeter that you will be connecting to the PVC pipe. Make sure to leave enough space to attach the connector caps and wiring.
- Drill holes at the marked locations and insert the PVC pipe. Connect the PVC pipe together with connector caps.
- Connect the wire to the PVC pipe at the drilled locations. You can use pliers to tighten the connections.
- Attach the alarm system to the PVC pipe using a screwdriver. Connect the wire to the alarm system as well.
- Connect the battery to the alarm system and test the alarm.
Conclusion
Building a DIY perimeter alarm is a great way to protect your home or camping area. You should be able to find all the materials you need at your local hardware store. With a little bit of patience and knowledge, you should be able to build a reliable alarm system in no time. Have fun and enjoy the feeling of safety!
