There are various methods to make a WiFi booster, and the following two common DIY methods are provided, mainly using the reflection principle of aluminum cans to enhance WiFi signals: Method 1: Making a WiFi signal booster with an aluminum can
1. Preparation materials: an aluminum can, a pair of scissors or a small knife, a wireless router, a mobile phone with WiFi signal detection function, or a laptop with wireless network WiFi signal detection software (available for download from the internet)
2. Production steps: Take a used aluminum can, wash it, and pull out the pull tab. Draw a circle along the bottom of the can and remove the bottom along the line. Cut open the can and leave about 2cm at the water outlet for future fixation. Unfold the bottle into a fan-shaped shape and place it upside down, so that the reflective surface of the aluminum can faces the direction that needs to be enhanced. Insert the wireless router antenna into the water outlet of the can and secure it with tape or other means.
3. Test effect: Use a mobile phone or laptop with WiFi signal detection function to detect signal strength in a weak signal area. After putting on the self-made WiFi signal booster, check the signal strength again and observe if there is any improvement. Method 2: Simplified Aluminum Can WiFi Signal Enhancer
1. Preparation materials: an aluminum can or beer can, a small knife, a wireless router, tape or glue
2. Production steps: Rinse the empty can clean. Cut along the bottom of the can, but do not cut it completely, leaving a portion as the base. Draw a straight line on the back of the reserved base and cut open the iron sheet along the line so that it can be unfolded. Unfold the metal sheet to make the reflective surface of the aluminum can face the direction that needs to be enhanced, and pass the antenna through the can mouth. Fix the antenna on the can mouth with tape or glue.
3. Test effect: Also test the signal strength in a weak area and observe the effect after installing the amplifier.
Although these DIY methods can enhance WiFi signals to some extent, the effectiveness may vary depending on factors such as environment and equipment. If the WiFi signal problem is severe, it is recommended to consider purchasing a professional WiFi signal booster or contacting a network service provider for assistance.
There are also other methods such as using magnets and light bulbs, waste batteries, etc. to make WiFi signal enhancers, but these methods lack scientific basis and practical effectiveness verification, so it is not recommended to try them.