Two DIY Mouse Trap Alarms for SHTF

Published on August 17, 2014
Duration: 13:38

This guide details how to convert common mouse and rat traps into effective DIY perimeter alarms for SHTF scenarios, as demonstrated by SensiblePrepper. The video covers building both a visual alarm using a glow stick and an audible alarm using pistol primers, emphasizing practical application and troubleshooting. Instruction is provided by a well-known figure in the prepping community, offering high authority and practical expertise.

Quick Summary

Transform common mouse and rat traps into effective DIY perimeter alarms for SHTF scenarios. The video demonstrates building a visual alarm with a glow stick and an audible alarm using pistol primers, triggered by tripwires. Expert tips cover camouflage, mounting, and troubleshooting for enhanced preparedness.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Mouse Traps for SHTF
  2. 02:09Materials and Tools Overview
  3. 02:48Building the Visual Alarm
  4. 03:35Building the Audible Alarm
  5. 05:48Field Testing the Visual Alarm
  6. 09:18Field Testing the Audible Alarm
  7. 11:32Troubleshooting and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

How can mouse traps be used for SHTF security?

Mouse and rat traps can be modified into perimeter security devices. They can be fitted with glow sticks for visual alarms or pistol primers for audible alerts, triggered by a tripwire to signal intrusions.

What materials are needed to build a DIY perimeter alarm?

Key materials include Tomcat mouse and rat traps, a cordless drill, camouflage spray paint, glow sticks, wire, pistol primers, flexible adhesive, and monofilament fishing line for tripwires.

What are common issues when building DIY trap alarms?

Common problems include the tripwire cushioning the trap's strike, paint interfering with primer ignition, or improper mounting causing wood to split. Proper preparation and testing are essential.

What is the difference between the visual and audible DIY alarms?

The visual alarm uses a glow stick attached to a rat trap for a light signal, while the audible alarm uses pistol primers glued to a mouse trap's strike point to create a loud 'pop' when triggered.

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