All fishermen know how important it is to notice the bite in time and get ready for the hook. Today the market offers a very large selection of different signaling devices and floats. But, in the event that you make a signaling device with your own hands, then you can get a very high-quality product without spending a cent. The signaling device is made quite simply and the work, moreover, does not take much time to manufacture it.

Bite alarm. Manufacturing.

In order to start making a bite alarm, you need to prepare the following materials:
- Wire.
- Cambric (2 pcs).
- Pliers.
- Stationery knife or scissors.

It takes only 15 minutes to make a bite alarm.

So, you can start.
First you need to take a wire, the length of which should depend on the size of the rod to which it will be attached. Approximately, you can take about 30 cm. In principle, it does not matter what material is taken for this work. If you use a strong steel wire, it will be difficult to work with. That is why in this example the most common aluminum wire is taken, because it is soft and durable.

Now you need to take the cambric. This is necessary so that this structure is well kept and the fishing thread does not get stuck in the signaling device. By the way, you do not need to buy cambric in the store, because this is exactly the thing that is constantly available at hand.

For example, you can take any cable available at home that will fit in diameter and remove some of its insulation. For this homemade product, it would be best to take a cable from a satellite or television antenna. Now you need to cut off a part of the cable with scissors or cut the insulation with a clerical knife and remove it.

After the cambric is ready for use, you need to cut a large piece into two parts, because this is exactly the number of parts you need to work.

Now you need to go back to the wire. It is necessary to bend one end of it exactly as shown in the photo below. The bent part will be attached to the rod, for this purpose one of its edges is rounded. Leave the bottom of the wire straight. It is necessary to make a bend in such a way that its edge extends to the base of the signaling device, in order to secure all this with a cambric after a while.

After the work done, you must immediately put on the existing structure two cambric.

Now you need to bend the edge of the wire on the other side, while the eyelet made should be directed up. Next, you need to bend the wire in the other direction, when compared with the first. You need to bend it quite a bit, just enough so that it is enough to create the second ring.

So now you can make a second ring, this time you need to make a completely rounded shape. You also need to leave a little wire that adjoins the base of the signaling device and secure it with a second cambric.

Next, you need to put on cambric in order to clamp both sides. So, now you can see the finished product, which you just need to attach to your rod.

For such a product, you can use a thicker wire in order to make the structure even stronger and more reliable.

To fix this signaling device, you just need to simply remove the cambric and attach the first bend to your rod (on the first large ring), and through the second you need to pass a fishing thread.

When the rod is folded, the indicator will not interfere with the transport of fishing tackle.

The positive thing about making a signaling device with your own hands is precisely the fact that no money is spent in its manufacture. At the same time, there is a really high-quality signaling device of our own production on hand, which will be enough for many fishing trips. Due to the fact that this signaling device is made of aluminum, there will be no corrosion and damage on it.

Perhaps many fishermen were faced with the fact that plastic counterparts from stores cannot withstand a long period of operation and quickly break down. In the case of making a signaling device with your own hands, a lot of time and effort is not wasted, but it turns out that it is much better than a store one. Such a signaling device shows itself well when fishing on bottom rigs At the same time, even the smallest bite will be noticed and there will be an opportunity to react in time.

When hooking and removing fish, the signaling device will not interfere. It will also be during long cast bait. In addition, there is no need to prepare the alarm for rod casting, because everything will always be ready for perfect work.

Bites are important element in modern fishing tackle, whose task is to indicate the bite of the fish. These devices came to replace bells and various rattles that have already become ancient in the fishing environment.

Signaling devices are of the following types:

1. Mechanical.
2. Electronic.

Visual bite alarms should be selected based on the place of fishing and the tackle that the fisherman will use.

Sliding weight tackle is intended for fishing in coastal areas. For this type of gear, it is better to use electronic identifiers with high sensitivity and mechanical signaling devices with the lowest possible weight for line tension.

Many fishermen are not very fond of using such "newfangled" alarms, which have a rather high price, and there is no mistake in this, since the bite alarm is not the main equipment, such as, for example, a fishing rod or bait, but only an additional one.

Therefore, whether to use it or not, everyone must decide for himself, besides, now you can make such bite alarms with your own hands, which will be much cheaper, and in quality it will not be inferior even to an average identifier.

Visual bite alarms

Visual (mechanical) bite identifiers are a type of bite indicator. They come in the following varieties:

1. Swingers.
2. Hangers (or bats).
3. "A monkey".
4. Springer

1. Swingers

The swinger is a very popular mechanical alarm for carp fishing. It looks like a small head made of plastic with a special clamp for setting the line. On the other side of the clamp, a lever is adapted to which the weight is attached. The second side of the arm is adapted to a hinge with a bracket that attaches to the rod rest.

The swinger line for the fishing process is inserted into the clamp, and the degree of its tension is adjusted by moving the weight along the lever - the closer it is to the plastic head, the greater the tension of the line. The most optimal line tension should not be too tight, but it is also not necessary to allow sagging.

A swinger lead usually weighs no more than 100g, which is enough to set the correct line tension even in a pond with strong current... If the fisherman does not manage to balance his tackle, then in such cases the use of additional cargo is allowed.

2. Hangers

Hangers are an oval made of plastic, at the top of which there is a small clamp for the line, and at the bottom, collapsible weights are attached to be able to adjust the tension of the line. The signaling device itself adapts to the front cross member using a small chain. Hangers are most often used when fishing in various lakes and ponds.

When fishing in a body of water with a strong current or at a sufficiently long distance, this signaling device usually lacks the necessary weight of the weights that are included in the kit for sufficient line tension. Therefore, many companies manufacture additional weights with a large weight for fishing in such an environment.

The main advantage of hangers, or as they are also called "bats", is their very good sensitivity, compared to all other visual identifiers. In addition, it also has excellent mobility, so it will catch a very careful, barely perceptible bite, which is a strong argument in its favor.

The disadvantage of a hanger can be called its instability to gusts of wind. Therefore, for such conditions, the most suitable would be a copy with a steel bracket. Such devices usually contain an LED already mounted, and they are quite practical for transport and will soon be installed in place in the stand.

3. "Climbing monkey"

The climbing monkey is made with an elongated steel rod that goes into the ground under the fishing rod between the reel and the electronic ID. A plastic cylinder moves along the rod, under which the fishing line is adjusted, and its tension is adjusted using special weights that are attached to the cylinder.

When hooked, the weight comes off the rod and weakens the line. The main advantage of this device is its good durability, which does not allow the signal to be falsely triggered when biting. The main disadvantage is low sensitivity.

4. Springer

Springs are made of plastic and are shaped like a cylinder that attaches to a rather flexible rod. This rod adapts to the crossbar thanks to a special adapter. The line tension can be adjusted due to the good flexibility of the graphite rod with a special additional lever located in the adapter.

Springs are quite sensitive. They are sturdy and functional during transport as they do not take up much space. Their only drawback is poor line tension.

Benefits of visual alarms:

1. Provide greater sensitivity to the tackle.
2. Provide the ability to quickly and easily adjust the line tension.
3. They very quickly and accurately adjust to fish biting, without giving false signals due to wind, waves, etc.
4. Large selection of models.

Disadvantages of visual alarms: difficult installation of these devices.

Basic requirements for visual alarms

The main characteristics that high-quality bite alarms must meet:

1. They should be visible on different backgrounds of nature (on the grass, on the water, etc.).
2. Be able to mount on a stand as quickly and without problem as possible.
3. Contains a built-in LED that will light up when a fish bites.
4. Do not stagger in the gusts of wind, be persistent.
5. Be able to independently adjust the degree of line tension.
6. Push the line instantly,.

It is better to purchase visual signaling devices with the following characteristics:

1. The presence of additional lighting.
2. Ability to move the swinger arm in the pivot without unnecessary friction.
3. The function of quickly adjusting the degree of line tension.
4. The presence of a removable mounting platform, which can quickly connect and disconnect the indicator, and will also connect the necessary connectors to the electronic indicator.
5. The presence of a slow adjustment of the clamping force of the clip.
6. The clip should be made of quality material and a trusted manufacturer (beware of cheap, low-quality fakes).

Manufacturers, best models and indicative prices for visual alarms

The most the best manufacturers and their visual signaling models:

Fox companies - Euro MK2 Swinger, price from 20,000 rubles.

PixelGroup, price from 25,000 rubles.

Hunger Nash Sirene Slix Indicator (set), price from 43,000 rubles.

Hunger Century Neville Stainless Ultimate Hanger, price from 50,000 rubles.

Sound (electronic) bite alarms

The principle of operation of electronic devices lies in the fact that he “tells” the fisherman on time about the fish biting, even if he does not see the fishing rods. He will also help to instantly react to a barely perceptible bite of a carp, informing about this with a special sound signal.

Such alarms differ from each other by the presence of all kinds of built-in functions and adjustments. For example, these can be functions for adjusting sound, light, tonality, adjusting sensitivity, etc. The number of such functions depends to a greater extent on the price of a particular indicator model.

How does an electronic signaling device work?

In order for the electronic identifier to be useful when fishing, it is necessary to configure it as correctly as possible.

The principle of operation of the electronic signaling device:

1. Based on the use of a roller sensor.
2. The line is guided through the dash roller.
3. When biting, the line begins to move to the sides, moving this roller.
4. Then the electrical circuit diverges, and sound signal(sound or flashing light).

Electronic signaling devices are of the following types:

1. Sound.
2. Light.
3. Swinger.

• Sound. Sound alarms are considered the simplest, as they are equipped with a quiet sound signal, without additional functions. In newer models, there is also a regulation of sensitivity and additional settings for the conditions of the catch. Such a device, when the fish bites, notifies the fisherman with a sound.
• Light. Such a signaling device is attached to the tip of the fishing rod and lights up green. When biting, it starts flashing red. Runs on small batteries. Suitable more for night fishing.
• Swinger. The swinger is designed to track biting fish due to the movement of the sinker, and its signaling device can notify about biting and light and sound signals.
• A signaling device equipped with a pager. The signaling device, which is equipped with a special pager, has the following advantages:
  • Thanks to the pager, you can find out what kind of fishing rod the bite was on.
  • You can go long distances and are not afraid that you will miss the bite. The pager can notify about this at a distance of up to 200 meters.
  • The pager can be used both wired and wireless.

Tips for choosing a pager:

1. It is better to choose pagers that have a discharge indication so that the fisherman can see in time when it needs to be recharged.
2. It will be more convenient to buy several signaling devices with a pager.
3. When choosing a pager, you should pay attention to its functions. They should be adjustable, like alarms.

Basic requirements for sound (electronic) signaling devices

Basic requirements for electronic bite alarms:

1. Ease of use. When choosing a signaling device while still in the store, the fisherman should try to set it up on his own. It is necessary that he be able to easily adjust all the settings, because when fishing, making settings with wet hands will be much more difficult.
2. Availability of reliable protective covers, which can save the signaling device and significantly save the fisherman's time during installation and space in the car during transportation.
3. Minimum power consumption. It is necessary that the battery of the signaling device can be used for quite a long time so that the fisherman does not recharge or change the batteries before each fishing trip.
4. The reliability of the signaling device. Since the weather conditions for fishing can be very different (from rain to winter frost), it is best if the bite alarm is "packed" in a sealed case that will not allow water or moisture to pass through.

When buying a sound signaling device, it is desirable that it has the following characteristics:

1. Additional presence of a counter.
2. Well-differentiated sounds produced when biting "to the shore" and "from the shore" so that the fisherman does not confuse these signals.
3. The presence of several outputs for the possibility of connecting a backlit indicator and an external transmitter.
4. The presence of a high-brightness LED.
5. The ability to power the bite indicator from widely available products.
6. Good sound and the ability to completely mute the sound.
7. Sufficient memory for settings.
8. Confirmation signals with very quiet sounds that will not interfere or distract.
9. The presence of the most comfortable handle in rotary-type regulators, allowing them to be rotated even with a wet hand.
10. The presence of a separate power switch, which will be located in the upper zone of the bite indicator.

Additional options that may be in electronic bite alarms:

1. Possibility of choosing the appropriate color for the LEDs.
2. The presence of a special button, the function of which is to temporarily disable during the installation of fishing rods.
3. The presence of a test mode to determine the footage of the pager.
4. Swinger connector.
5. Energy-saving mode (for those cases when the pager is not very far from the signaling devices).
6. Battery discharge detection function.
7. Constant glow when pulling from the shore.
8. The presence of a blinking light when biting towards the shore.
9. Built-in alarm in case of theft.
10. Backlight for night time.

Models of electronic signaling devices and their prices

Currently, manufacturers of electronic signaling devices can offer a huge selection of their products. Among this set of devices, it is recommended to select for yourself only high-quality indicators that will last longer and will be really effective and useful for the fisherman.

Among the many popular models of signaling devices, the following high-quality firms should be noted:

1. Fox kits - provide the opportunity to equip their models with an individual code.
2. Delkin models - can be programmed with each other.
3. Solar models - have a SIM-card in them.

1. Best budget options

The best budget choice will be company signaling devices. Kosadaka model T4. Kosadaka characteristics:

1. The presence of a protective cover.
2. Protection of the case against moisture penetration.
3. The tonality that can be adjusted.
4. Volume that can also be adjusted

Such a set of alarms, which includes 3 W99S rods, will cost 200-230 cu. e. The availability of all basic functions and reasonable prices for such alarms makes them in demand among novice fishermen.

The second budget option is the model Delkim Tx-i Plus. Specifications:

1. The presence of a built-in pager with several channels, which allows you to inform the fisherman about the fish biting at large enough distances.
2. This model has all the basic functions of signaling devices, which does not distinguish it from expensive signaling devices.

The price of the Delkim Tx-i Plus signaling device is 220-230 USD. e.

2. Best in average price

Barracuda t5 suitable for most fishermen because its price and functions are kept at a good level. The price for such a device starts from 450-500 USD.

Barracuda T5 features:

1. Customizable tonality, sound, volume, light.
2. Alarm presence.
3. Possible sensitivity setting.
4. Water resistance of the case.
5. It is charged with a nine-volt "crown".

The second popular model for the average price is considered Carp ProFlash. Model characteristics:

1. Has up to 4 diode colors.
2. Alarm presence.
3. Adjustable volume and tone.
4. Has the memory of the last bite (20 seconds).
5. Has a connector for connecting an additional swinger.
6. Nutrition 9 on the "Crohn" type.

Carp ProFlash price starts from 640 USD.

3. The best expensive models

Expensive models are usually of the highest quality and most reliable. They are equipped with the latest innovations and features.

s firms Winner are considered to be of the highest quality. Their price ranges from $ 1010 to $ 1200.

Characteristics of Winner alarms:

1. The presence of two high quality batteries.
2. Waterproof case.
3. The presence of a special connector for the swinger.
4. Adapted for use in all weather conditions.
5. Touch buttons for use.
6. Adjustable sensitivity.
7. Adjustable volume and tone.
8. Round-the-clock sound and light indication.

Another effective expensive model is a set of signaling devices of the series RX NX-R from Fox International. 4 alarms with a pager can successfully monitor all rods from within 200m of the feeders. The price for such a set with 4 signaling devices is 1400-1470 cu. e.

Fox International RX NX-R Features:

1. Possibility to enter a code for each signaling device.
2. The presence of four bright LEDs.
3. Illumination for night fishing.
4. The presence of the function of flashing the LED if the fish swims away from the desired place.
5. Compartment for connecting a swinger.
6. Test mode.
7. Adjust the sensitivity, sound volume and tone.

Installing bite alarms

Installation of bite alarms is done in this way:

1. The feeder adjusts to a stand (the most convenient stand is considered to be the Rod-Pod).
2. The bite identifier is attached to the stand using a special threaded hole.
3. A fishing line is threaded through the roller of the electronic indicator.
4. The friction brake is released (only if the reel is not equipped with a system).
5. Special settings are made for volume, tone, light and sensitivity on the bite indicator.
6. The length of the brace is adjusted, which depends on the area of ​​the catch, as well as the power of the wind gusts (usually its length is from five millimeters to 4-5 centimeters).

Use visual and audible alarms together or just one of them

It is generally accepted to use both alarms together, since together they give a much better and more accurate result. The use of both types of identifiers at the same time is very convenient for the fisherman, since when fishing for carp, they often use several rods, on which these auxiliary devices can be installed.

In addition, the fisherman may not be near the tackle all the time, since an electric signaling device with the help of a pager will inform him about the bite even tens of meters away.

1. You should always have at least one additional set of power supply for signaling devices and a pager in stock.
2. To protect yourself from the curiosities on fishing, after fishing, you need to immediately turn off the pager and the signaling device so that they are not discharged.
3. It is necessary to pack the pager and alarms very carefully so that during transportation they cannot accidentally turn on.
4. It is advisable to use special protective packaging for signaling devices, which will protect these devices from damage and various breakdowns.
5. When re-throwing the tackle and adjusting the line tension, you need to turn off the sound of the signaling device so as not to disturb the fishermen who are nearby with this sound.

The bite alarms for the feeder are required element rig, with the help of which it is most simple to determine the interest of the fish in the bait and directly the moment of hooking. Since in most cases bottom fishing, to which and is considered, is considered an ambush hunting method that requires time for the fish to react to the bait supplied, the signaling device allows it to be spent on other secondary and preparatory fishing operations or to fish simultaneously on several tackles without worrying about missed bites.

Currently, the fishing industry offers anglers wide opportunities in the selection of effective devices for determining the bite, which have different principles of work, peculiar design features and the price level. This variety of devices can be both interchangeable means of ensuring signal transmission accuracy, and can be used depending on the fishing conditions. There are two types of signaling devices according to the type of perception: sound and visual. In turn, each of these types already has electronic counterparts available in retail chains for purchase.

A fisherman needs to competently understand the capabilities of modern and time-tested classic signaling devices in order to correctly choose the option necessary for fishing both in terms of efficiency and budget, which will help the article presented to his attention.

The visual indicator of a bite on the feeder provides control through visual perception by the angler of distinct movements of the device associated with the line or tackle blank. The group of visual signaling devices is considered the most extensive of the direction of this equipment element. It includes quivertips, light controllers for bites, called fireflies in the fishing environment, swingers, side nods and floats. All these devices are versatile and easy to use, suitable for almost all types of feeder gear.

Factory products are of low cost, and if desired, it is quite easy to make them yourself from improvised materials at home, and some options are even right on the shore of a reservoir while fishing. This type is suitable for use in the daytime, and with simple manipulations and modifications of structures, it is able to provide night fishing. In the continuation of the article, we will consider the main types of visual controllers, dwelling in more detail on their descriptions and principles of operation in conditions of conducting feeder fishing.

Firefly

The warning lights are specifically intended for fishing trips organized at night. The principle of operation of firefly controllers is based on the chemical reactions of a pair of substances that, when mixed, fluoresce for 12–20 hours. The formulations are in sealed tubes in different compartments. The deformation of the tubule by elementary squeezing destroys the septum, mixing liquids and thus catalyzing the reaction causing the glow. Complete with a capsule filled with solutions, the manufacturer offers a soft polymer tube designed for attaching the device to the quivertip of the tackle.

The firefly is attached to the end of the rod, the movements of which are monitored, responding to the intensity of the twitching of the light point under the influence of the fish that has taken the nozzle. In addition to the mounting tube, you can use duct tape, scotch tape or electrical tape to mount the firefly on items of equipment that can show a bite. Fireflies are an effective and inexpensive means for night type visual alarms.

DIY bite alarm for a feeder

Foil tubes, although primitive in nature, are quite effective in practical application... This type of controller can be quickly assembled in the field from a minimum of materials in the shortest time possible. For the manufacture of the device, a piece of foil paper is required, which can be removed from the cigarette pack, subsequently twisted into a tube. The prepared bite alarm for the feeder is attached with their own hands on a slightly sagging tackle cord, which, when biting, straightens, changing the initial position of the foil tube, in this way notifying about the bite.

In addition to visualization, foil is capable of creating rustling sounds, and at night, when illuminated by a lantern, emit glare. The disadvantage of the controller is considered to be low weight, which cannot cope with moderate wind loads, which introduces errors in determining the accuracy of bites.

Pendulum bite alarm

The pendulum controller consists of a wire rod with loops at right angles to it from the opposite end of the sides. One of the sides of the device ends with a spherical weight-tip, in most of which there is a hole for mounting a firefly.

The principle of operation of the pendulum is based on the suspension of the product on a thread, by means of winding through the slots in the wire loops on the tackle cord between the reel and the first winding ring. Tip in calm state forms a slack in the thread, and the bite evens out the position of the rod, straightening the trajectory caused by the sagging, which is clearly visible upon observation. Fishing at night is carried out with an activated firefly inserted into the hole of the tip.

Float

V feeder fishing floats are not often used in rigging and generally, this technique is suitable for fishing in stagnant waters in small water areas, closed ponds and quiet backwaters. Any wind loads and increasing range will reduce the effectiveness of visual signal transmission. Various, with positive buoyancy, materials in bright colors are suitable for the float. This can be either a foam or plastic product, or a wooden or even a device made of goose feathers.

Made in the desired shape and painted in a color that is clearly visible from a distance to the eye, the signaling device is attached directly to the cord of the bottom tackle. The attachment point is determined by preliminary measuring the depth, setting the float so that it remains on the surface of the water with the feeder lying at the bottom. The controller is fixed by means of silicone stoppers or nipple rubber. The moment of bite is determined by the movement of the float or its complete absence.

Side bite warning and quivertip

Experienced anglers quite successfully use the kivertype of the tackle as an indicator of the bite, determining the moments necessary for hooking by its deviation. But in some cases, caused by the inexperience of the angler, the low sensitivity of the rod tip, the so-called oakiness of the material, and the tenderness of the fish bites, the method of installing an additional lateral nod is used.

A homemade nod-type bite alarm is easiest to make from springy wire or a thin strip of elastic steel. At the end of the nod, a hole is made for pulling the main thread through it, fastening the main body of the device in the upper part of the rod, using tape or electrical tape familiar to every inhabitant. The nods are highly sensitive to any tension on the line, which increases the effectiveness of bottom fishing with well-timed hooking even for carefully biting fish.

Swinger

Swinger is a fairly effective and convenient indicator for feeder fishing that you can make yourself. The measure for adjusting the cord tension is made by displacing the center of gravity of the sliding weight on the wire axis of the product. The fixation of the thread in the device is carried out by a special device, a swinger's working body or a float, with a line clamp. The free end of the arm is attached to the rod post. The fisherman, moving the weight along the axis of the lever, adjust the sensitivity.

A homemade swinger can be assembled right on the shore of the reservoir. This will require a cut neck from plastic bottle, onto which plugs with holes prepared in advance in their centers are screwed on both sides along the thread. This kind will have a cargo chamber, which is filled with sand or earth. The lever will require a wire on which the weight is strung. A wire of a smaller diameter is suitable for the device of the adjustable whiskers of the fishing line. It remains to connect the free part of the lever with the first flyer, holding the rod horizontally together with the second stand. The connection method should allow the lever to move freely vertically, for which it will be necessary to articulate the two elements, placing them on a common axis. Having adjusted the tension of the thread fixed by the mustache with a load, you can safely start fishing.

Sound signaling devices

The sound signaling device for the feeder helps the angler to hear the bite at some distance from the tackle. Their use is universal and suitable for any time of the day. Often, indicators of this kind are combined with fireflies, which contributes to the recognition of a working tackle among several tools in use at night. This category of fixtures includes mechanical and electronic versions of products. Mechanical controllers include bells and bells, electronic controllers - devices to create the sound of which, you need batteries and a sound buzzer. The advantage of devices is expressed in the ability to transmit a signal over long distances. The disadvantages of indicators are considered to be a decrease in the efficiency of their work in conditions of strong wind load, which causes frequent false bites.

Homemade audio device options

The elementary home-made sound controllers for bites include any parts that emit when they touch each other. You can quickly make an audible bite alarm from two hollow tubes, tying their ends together with a thread and throwing them through a cord. When the tension of the main thread of the tackle is changed, the tubes, touching each other, will emit a peculiar sound, which makes it clear to the angler about the beginning of the bite. The same can be done from pieces of sheet metal cut and bent with a cavity. The main thing is that the tone of the sound is expressed in sonority and clearly differs from the natural background noise.

Bell

A classic and cheap sound indicator for bites is a miniature bell. The sound of this kind of signaling devices is based on the touch of a freely moving pendulum or tongue to the inner walls of a hollow cone-shaped body. In practice, these are metal, ringing-sounding products with devices for attaching the indicator to the quivertip of the tackle or to the main cord. Sounds are emitted when rocking the product as a result of vibration transmission through the cord, caused by the contact of the fish taking the hook with the bait. It is sold in any fishing store and has a low price.

Bells

Bells are a more progressive type of bell. Its design consists of a pair, three small hollow metal balls in which there are holes. Several small elements are embedded in the balls, which, through contact with each other and the walls of the ball, emit a peculiar sound. Balls with working elements inside are attached to the base of the device on metal springs.

The base is made in the form of a mechanical spring clip. Using this clamp, you can quickly and reliably install the alarm on the feeder, on the very tip of the blank, not far from the smallest winding ring. Most fishing bell designs have mounting holes for combining an audible indicator with a firefly. Today, the use of bells in feeder fishing is more popular than all other types of bite identifiers, and this is due to the democratic cost of products combined with the efficiency of signal delivery.

Electronic options

In the last decade, the use of electronic alarms has grown at a rapid pace in feeder fishing. Many well-known fishing brands have mastered the production of quality bite alarm kits that are resistant to wet conditions, shock loads and sudden changes in temperature, and also consume insignificant amounts of energy when activated.

The signaling device is endowed with light and sound capabilities for bite identification, which differ in the intensity and brightness of the transmission of sound and light waves. In addition, many kits are formed in conjunction with transmitters or pagers for monitoring signals over significant distances, as well as electronic swingers. All equipment fits into a suitcase specialized for storing the kit, is mounted with minimal effort, and does not require specific conditions and extra space for transportation and storage.

The principle of operation of electronic indicators of a bite is based on laying the tackle cord into the impeller of the device, which, as it turns as a result of the tension on the cord, closes the contacts of the device. The process involves the conversion of mechanical energy into electrical energy, which is transmitted to the light diodes and the sound buzzer of the device, thus giving out a signal. The equipment operates on rechargeable batteries or disposable batteries.

Advantages and Disadvantages of Electronic Devices

The advantages of electronic indicators are obvious. After all, this is a complete automation of the biting process with the transmission of a clear signal over a distance and traces of the remaining memory after the signal has been given, which can be learned from the glow of the additional diode that remains for a couple of minutes. A fisherman does not need to constantly be at the tackle, constantly observing their condition, but he can calmly engage in any other activity, including sleep, and be sure that the electronic watchman will wake up at the most crucial moment. And even after waking him up, he will indicate, based on the tone of the sound and the color of the illumination, which tackle gives a chance of success. But the angler must understand that in addition to the comfort and advantages of fishing, electronic controllers will require additional costs for their maintenance, which consists in the constant availability of basic and spare nutrients and their regular replacement.

Important! To install bite alarms, you need optional equipment in the form of a rod-pod or a pair of rigid racks for laying tackle in them and mounting the device body.

All this entails additional spending of money. And the kits themselves are not cheap, they are dependent on moisture getting inside the case and do not withstand serious deformations during careless use. There are many fakes in the markets imitating quality goods, not always significantly inferior to it in price. Therefore, deciding to buy an electronic set of indicators is better from famous brands giving a guarantee for their product.

How to choose a fishing bite alarm

In our opinion, you need to choose a signaling device for a feeder based on the number of fishing trips and the duration of the fishing sessions themselves. A rare trip, once every couple of months, on a one-day fishing trip with known good weather, hardly needs to buy an expensive set of electronic equipment with a pod for four tackles. Such fishing can be carried out quite successfully and without stress for the angler, using cheap bells as indicators, pleasing with a perky sound during frequent bites.

It's another matter when a fisherman is seriously keen on catching trophy carp, feeding the point for several days, and then spending days and nights in anticipation of the cherished bite for a whole week, or even more. In such a situation, electronic guards will help you to endure all adversity and achieve what you want according to the results of the catch. Therefore, the final choice of the type of signaling device directly depends on the needs and capabilities of the angler, and you learned about the extent of their effectiveness in feeder fishing from the article.

Fishing enthusiasts often go fishing for the night. In this case, you have to look for fireflies, but it is not always possible to find them. We offer you a simple but effective method self-made bite alarm for the feeder.

DIY parts for making an electronic bite alarm

So, we need:

• glue gun;
• children's hairpins;
• LEDs;
• 3 volt batteries;
• lighter;
• heat shrinkage;
• straws for juice.

DIY step-by-step assembly of an electronic bite alarm

First of all, we select one tube and cut off a piece about 3-4 cm long.

Next, we take hot glue and fill the cut piece of the tube with it.

We take the LED and insert it into a tube with glue so that the legs of the light bulb look out about half a centimeter. We put it aside and wait for the glue to cool.

Next, we take one battery and a heat shrink tube. Note that the handset must be selected according to the size of the battery. We insert the battery into the heat shrink and cut off about 2 cm.

We insert the battery deeper so that it is in the middle. Next, use a lighter to slightly warm up the heat shrinkage so as to get a workpiece like the one shown in the figure below.

We insert the tube with the LED into the heat shrink so that the contacts are on the contacts of the battery.

Now we thoroughly warm up the heat shrink so that it fits snugly against the tube with the LED. During heating, it is necessary to periodically wobble the tube with the LED so that it does not stick.

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If the heat shrinkage is no longer tapering, you can go the other way and increase the diameter of the LED tube. This can be done with hot glue. It is important that all contacts remaining in the heat shrink are as tight as possible.

At the free end, just glue a small piece of the tube. The firefly can be adjusted by using the corrugated part of the tube at this stage.

At the end, we glue a hairpin on this piece of the tube.

The electronic rod bite alarm is ready. To use it, you just need to insert the tube with the LED in the appropriate place and the lamp will light up. Then, with the help of a crocodile, we hook the signaling device to the tip of the fishing rod, fix it in any convenient position and wait for the signal.

Video instruction for creating an electronic bite alarm:

Kinder bite alarm

Before you start making our device, you need to prepare the following parts and tools:

1. Wire (up to 2 mm in diameter).
2. Cambric (it will be necessary to lay a double-folded wire in it).
3. A large diameter ball (an oval-shaped body from a kinder surprise for children is perfect).
4. Large beads.
5. Clothespins from old baguettes.
6. Pliers, drill, nippers, drills.

At the very beginning of work, you need to drill a hole in the clothespin with a drill. The hole diameter must match the wire thickness. The wire should pass freely into the resulting hole, but the clothespin should not dangle from it.

In the resulting hole, you need to insert the wire and bend it.

Steel wire must be tightly wound on the resulting structure. The approximate number of turns is 12. Having wound the wire, it must be removed, but carefully so that the turns are preserved.

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Next, you need to put on a cambric on the main wire with a clothespin. After the cambric we put on - a ball from a children's kinder surprise. First, you need to drill a hole in it so that you can stretch it through the wire.

Now we put the resulting structure aside and take a wire with 12 turns. The ends of the wire must be cut, but do so so that they are 2 cm higher than the ball. Beads must be put on both ends (for this, the ends should be heated with a lighter).

At the end of the work, the two obtained structures must be combined into one original product. And now, the bite alarm is ready. When installing it, the clothespin must be attached to the stand, and the beads must be attached to the main line.

See also the video instructions for assembling a signaling device for a feeder with your own hands:

Electronic as well as mechanical bite alarms are used by many anglers. Not only amateurs of carp fishing actively use such devices, but also amateurs of feeder and bottom fishing, because amateur feeder fishing does not imply such frequent re-throws as it happens with sports fishing. Thanks to such indicators, you can leave the tackle for a certain time without fear of missing a bite. However, high-quality products from well-known manufacturers often cost a lot, so the question of how to make an electronic bite alarm with your own hands remains relevant despite the variety of similar devices on the shelves of fishing stores.

The simplest bite indicators can be made on their own, without having any experience with electronics and electrical circuits at all. Some simple bite alarms will not even require the angler to work with a soldering iron.

Option number 1

You will need:

• Light-emitting diode
• Small coin cell
• Heat-shrink tubing that holds the battery.
• Two silicone tubes, one of which must match the LED diameter.

First, cut off the heat-shrink tubing so that when the batteries are inserted into it, about 1-1.5 cm of tubing remains on both sides. Insert the silicone tube inside, then with a lighter or other source of fire, and burn until the tube is fixed on both sides.

Important! From the side where the LED will be located, the tube must be removed.

Place the LED inside the silicone tube, then isolate it from contact with water using transparent silicone glue. It is also advisable to glue the fastening end, not forgetting to leave a place for fastening the structure to the float. This homemade signaling device bites can be used for night float fishing, and can be attached to carp, feeder rods or donks when fishing at night. The same device can be used to improve the pendulum bite signaling device, making it noticeable in the dark.

Important! If the LED does not light up, it is necessary to change the polarity of the contacts.

Option number 2

This DIY bite alarm is a little more complicated. To make it you will need:

• LED with batteries (options from lighters with flashlights are great - there is already a ready-made case for batteries).
• Metal tube.
• Spring and self-tapping screw.
• An elastic band and a few centimeters of thin wire.

Place a light bulb with batteries inside the tube, one of the LED contacts must be shorted to the body. Fix the self-tapping screw on the spring, place this end inside the tube, fix the other end with an elastic band inside the body.

It is necessary to solder the wires to the second contact of the LED, the other end of which must be fixed on the part of the spring protruding from the outside. When biting, a self-tapping-weighted spring closes the contact, the LED is triggered. A do-it-yourself bite alarm from a similar design is also easy to make, it is enough to change the LED to a squeaker from an inexpensive postcard, however, flashes of light at night are more noticeable than short-term alarms.

Medium variant

Let us describe the manufacture of an intermediate version of the signaling device. it also uses an LED with batteries from a lighter, as well as a silicone pipette tip and metallized tape with electrical tape.

Photo 1. We take out the light block from the lighter.

Photo 2. We mount a piece of tubule using metallized tape.

Photo 3. We place the structure in a silicone tip, sealing with electrical tape.

The amount of scotch tape must be chosen in such a way that the fixed structure does not glow, and when biting, a glow appears, as in the next photo.

Photo 4. Glows, however!

Manufacturing of more complex versions of electronic signaling devices

There are also more advanced homemade products, for the manufacture of which you will need some experience and knowledge of electrical engineering and electronics (however, you can always try to find a radio amateur in your circle of friends who will make a bite indicator for a nominal fee).

To make one of the relatively more complex bite indicators, you will need:

• Cheap Chinese alarm clock (provides both a case for the device and a speaker).
• A resistor made from an ordinary computer mouse.
• Nod (okay bicycle spoke, or just a metal wire of sufficient diameter).

The two extreme contacts of the resistor must be soldered together, in the future they will be connected to the battery. It is necessary to solder a wire to the middle one, which will be attached to the alarm clock board. Next, you need to find a place in the case for the resistor. After the place is chosen, you need to make a hole in the body with a heated awl or nail, through which the nod will pass. The resistor is fixed with glue. The nod is attached to the hole of the resistor. The finished product should be attached to the rod, wind the line by the nod so that it is taut. When the nod is deflected to either side, this device emits a rather loud sound signal, which notifies of a bite to the shore, or from the shore.

For the option with a reed switch you need:

• The body of the future device.
• Spring plate for reed switch, plate for magnet attachment.
• Sealed contact with magnet.
• Battery and indicator light.

The sealed contact is attached to a springy metal plate, at the end of which there should also be a ring for tying the fishing line. A plate with a reed switch is mounted inside the case, empirically select the optimal distance for attaching the magnet. The case also contains a board with the radio components necessary for the operation of the bite indicator, as well as a toggle switch and a battery of the required power.

Important! The toggle switch is necessary so that the electronic signaling device does not work when transporting the device to the reservoir. This option is much more convenient than opening the case each time to remove the battery.

The body also needs holes for the indicator light, the speaker to signal the bite, and for the line to exit. The fishing line is attached with one end to a plate with a reed switch, and the other to a clip, which, in turn, is mounted to the main fishing line, and transfers the force when biting to a plate with a sealed contact. Such a bite alarm is usually installed on the rod rest, and not on the blank itself.

Using a sealed contact, fairly sensitive and reliable homemade bite indicators are obtained, however, some experience is required to make such devices.