Electrical Separate Slip Ring

The Electrical Separate Slip Ring is a uniquely designed and highly flexible electrical rotary connection solution. It is based on sliding contact technology, which transmits current or signals through dynamic contact between electric brushes and conductive rings. The rotor (including the conductive ring) and contact brush (electric brush) components of this slip ring are designed separately, providing great convenience for installation and maintenance. Separate electrical Slip Rings play a crucial role in situations where rotating connections are required to transmit power, signals, or data.

2、 Characteristics and Data

Separate design:

Features: The rotor and brush components can be installed separately, which means that these two parts can be installed separately in different parts of the equipment and then combined through plug-in or other flexible connection methods.

Data: No specific data available, but the separated design makes the installation process more flexible, greatly reducing installation space and complexity.

Highly conductive materials:

Characteristics: Conductive rings are usually made of highly conductive materials such as copper, silver, or their alloys, and are used to carry current.

Data: These materials have extremely high conductivity, with copper having a conductivity of about 5.8 × 107 S/m and silver having a higher conductivity of about 6.3 × 107 S/m, ensuring efficient transmission of current.

Wear resistant electric brush material:

Characteristics: The electric brush material needs to be wear-resistant and have good electrical conductivity. Common materials include carbon graphite, precious metal alloys, etc.

Data: Carbon graphite electric brushes have high wear resistance and long service life; Precious metal alloy brushes have better conductivity and corrosion resistance.

Flexible rotor design:

Features: The rotor part is designed flexibly and can have through holes to accommodate the assembly of hydraulic, pneumatic channels or transmission shafts, meeting specific system integration requirements.

Data: The diameter of the through-hole can be customized according to actual needs, with a maximum of tens of millimeters, meeting the integration requirements of various complex systems.

Insulation and Protection:

Features: In order to ensure safety and pure signal transmission, insulation materials are installed between the conductive rings and between the rings and the outside world. At the same time, the slip ring as a whole may be equipped with dust-proof and waterproof sealing designs.

Data: The insulation resistance of insulation materials is usually as high as several gigaohms, ensuring the pure transmission of signals and the safety of the system.

High bandwidth and EMI mitigation capability:

Characteristics: In applications that require data transmission, separated electrical Slip Rings have higher bandwidth and excellent EMI (electromagnetic interference) mitigation capabilities.

Data: The bandwidth can reach several hundred Mbps to several Gbps, ensuring stable transmission of high-speed data; The EMI mitigation capability can achieve attenuation effects of tens of dB through special design.

3、 Application scenarios

Separated Electrical Slip Rings are widely used in many fields due to their flexibility and adaptability

Industrial automation: On automated production lines, separate electrical slip rings are used to transmit power and signals, achieving seamless connection between rotating and fixed components.

Medical equipment: In high-end medical equipment such as CT machines, MRI machines, etc., separate electrical slip rings are used to transmit image and data signals, ensuring the accuracy and stability of medical equipment.

Security monitoring: In the security monitoring system, a separate electrical slip ring is used for power and signal transmission of the rotating camera, achieving 360 ° blind spot monitoring.

Military equipment: In military equipment such as radar systems, missile launchers, etc., separate electrical slip rings are used to transmit power and control signals, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of military equipment.

Testing instrument: In the testing instrument, a separate electrical slip ring is used to transmit testing signals and data, achieving seamless connection between rotating components and the testing system.

Aerospace: In the aerospace field, separate electrical slip rings are used to transmit power and signals, meeting the rotational connection requirements of spacecraft in complex environments.

Wind power generation: In wind power generation systems, separate electrical slip rings are used to transmit power and signals from wind turbines, ensuring the stable operation of the wind power generation system.

Other applications: In addition, separated electrical slip rings are widely used in precision rotary tables, cable equipment, single crystal furnaces, filling and packaging machinery, and automatic revolving doors.

4、 Maintenance and upkeep

Regular maintenance is crucial to ensure the reliability and prolong the service life of the separated electrical slip ring. Here are some suggestions for maintenance and upkeep:

Correct installation:

Follow the installation guide provided by the manufacturer to ensure the correct installation of the slip ring.

During the installation process, be careful not to excessively stretch the cables to avoid cable damage.

Reasonable radial clearance:

Ensure that the slip ring has appropriate radial clearance to reduce wear.

Regularly check whether the radial clearance meets the requirements and adjust it if necessary.

Working within the rated range:

Ensure that the slip ring operates at rated current and voltage, avoiding overvoltage or overcurrent situations.

Regularly check whether the current and voltage are stable, and promptly handle any abnormalities.

Environmental adaptability:

Understand the working environment of slip rings and take measures to protect them from harsh environments, such as waterproofing and dust prevention.

Slip rings used in special environments, such as high temperature, high humidity, or corrosive environments, may require more frequent maintenance and special protective measures.

Regular cleaning:

Gently wipe the surface of the slip ring with a soft cloth to remove dust and dirt.

Regularly inspect the surface of the slip ring for damage or wear, and repair or replace it if necessary.

Lubrication:

Lubricate the moving parts of the slip ring with appropriate lubricants as needed to reduce wear.

Regularly check whether the lubricant is sufficient and replenish it if necessary.

Check for wear and tear:

Regularly check the wear of the slip ring, especially the contact surface between the electric brush and the conductive ring.

If severe wear is found, the electric brush or conductive ring should be replaced in a timely manner.

Check connection:

Regularly check whether all electrical connections of the slip ring are tightened to prevent poor contact caused by looseness.

If loose connections are found, the connectors should be tightened in a timely manner.

Maintenance frequency:

Develop a maintenance plan based on the working environment and frequency of use of the slip ring.

It is generally recommended to conduct a comprehensive inspection every 3-6 months to ensure the normal operation of the slip ring.

Professional maintenance:

For complex maintenance work, it is recommended to contact professional technicians or manufacturers for assistance.

If you have any questions or issues, please contact the slip ring manufacturer promptly for technical support.

Storage environment:

If the slip ring is not in use, it should be stored in a dry and dust-free environment.

Use original packaging or appropriate packaging materials to protect the slip ring from physical damage.