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Product Overview

Capsule Slip Rings are high-performance Slip Ring electrical connectors designed to provide reliable transmission of power and signals in rotating environments. Unlike traditional cables, which can become tangled or damaged after a limited number of turns, Capsule Slip Rings enable continuous 360° rotation. They are widely used in applications such as radar systems, satellite antennas, medical equipment, and industrial automation devices that require full rotational capability.

The internal high-precision brushes and conductive rings allow continuous transmission of current and signals. Additionally, Capsule Slip Rings can integrate multiple channels to simultaneously transmit power, data, video, and control signals, meeting the demands of complex equipment.

Key Features with Technical Data

1. Infinite Rotational Ability

Traditional cables are prone to tangling and wear after a limited number of rotations, while capsule slip rings can rotate continuously 360°. For example, satellite antennas require uninterrupted rotation for full-sky scanning. Capsule slip rings ensure stable transmission during rotation and can operate at speeds up to 300 rpm, making them suitable for high-speed rotational applications.

2. Multi-Channel Integration Capability

Modern devices require simultaneous transmission of multiple signal types. A slip ring electrical connector can integrate more than 100 channels to transmit:

• Power: Each channel supports up to 10A

• Video signals: Supports high-definition HDMI or SDI transmission

• Data communication: Supports Ethernet, RS485, CAN bus, and other high-speed signals

For medical CT scanners, capsule slip rings can transmit power, imaging data, and control signals simultaneously, ensuring precise imaging and device safety.

3. High Reliability and Long Lifespan

Advances in materials science have greatly improved the performance of capsule slip rings:

• Brush material: Gold alloy brushes have a wear rate only 1/10 that of traditional carbon brushes, with a lifespan of over 50,000 hours

• Conductive ring surface treatment: High-purity gold plating resists oxidation and corrosion, maintaining stable operation even in high-humidity, high-salt, or industrial corrosion environments

This high reliability makes them ideal for harsh industrial conditions, marine research, and polar exploration.

4. Compact and Lightweight Design

Micro versions of capsule slip rings can have diameters below 10mm and weigh only a few grams, yet they support 10A current transmission. This makes them ideal for drones, wearable devices, and small robots.

• Reduces rotational inertia and improves system response speed

• Fits into limited spaces without affecting overall mechanical layout

5. Strong Environmental Adaptability

Capsule slip rings are suitable for extreme environments:

• Protection level up to IP68, suitable for underwater operation

• Operating temperature range: -50°C to +150°C

• Long-term stable operation in deep-sea exploration, polar research stations, and high-temperature industrial environments

This adaptability allows their use in not only conventional industrial equipment but also special scientific research applications, such as underwater robots, polar automatic weather stations, and satellite communication devices.

Applications

• atellite Antennas and Radar Systems

• Full-sky scanning with stable signal transmission

• Supports high-speed rotation and high-power transmission

• Medical Equipment

• CT scanners, MRI imaging devices

• Multi-channel transmission for power, image data, and control signals

• Industrial Automation

• Robotic arms, rotating worktables

• High-precision control with continuous rotational operation

• Drones and Robots

• Micro design fits into compact spaces

• Ensures uninterrupted power and data supply

• Special Research Environments

• Deep-sea exploration, polar research stations

• High protection level and wide temperature range for extreme conditions

Maintenance

To ensure long-term stable performance of capsule slip rings, consider the following maintenance tips:

1. Regular Cleaning

• Use clean, lint-free cloth or compressed air to clean the housing and rotating parts

• Prevent dust, metal particles, or corrosive chemicals from entering

2. Lubrication Management

• Use recommended conductive lubricants for certain models to reduce brush wear

• Avoid non-specified oils to prevent affecting conductivity

3. Environmental Protection

• Avoid prolonged exposure to corrosive liquids, even with high IP rating

• Prevent over-temperature or over-current operation to reduce brush and ring wear

4. Periodic Inspection

• Check for smooth rotation and stable signal transmission

• Regularly measure channel current, voltage, and signal integrity; replace aging components promptly

Proper maintenance ensures capsule slip rings maintain stable performance for many years, meeting high-reliability equipment requirements.

Conclusion

Capsule slip rings, as high-performance slip ring electrical connectors, are essential in modern rotating devices. Their infinite rotational capability, multi-channel integration, high reliability, compact design, and strong environmental adaptability make them ideal for satellite antennas, radar systems, medical imaging equipment, industrial automation, and extreme research environments. With proper maintenance, capsule slip rings ensure continuous and stable transmission of power and signals for years.