rotarX Hybrid Slip Rings for Power, Signal and USB Data Transmission
Compact slip rings with one or two USB feedthroughs
Technical Specifications
Protection class
IP51 (higher on request)
Rated Current
2-20A per ring
Housing material
Plastic, aluminium, stainless steel
Number of rings
1-36
Rotational speed
0-600 rpm
Additional services
USB plug + socket, special housing
Electrical Specifications
- Number of rings: 1-36
- USB 1.0, USB 2.0, USB 3.0, USB 3.1, USB 3.2
- Nominal current: 2-20A per ring
- Max. operating voltage: 440 VAC/DC
- Voltage resistance: ≥500V @50Hz
- Electrical noise: max 10mΩ
- Insulation resistance:
≥1000 MΩ @ 500 VDC
2D drawing
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Catalogue
All details about our slip rings clearly arranged in the catalogue
Product selection USB slip rings
Artikelnummer | Anzahl Ringe Signal | Länge (mm) | Aussendurchmesser (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 x 5A | 188 mm | ||
| 28 x 5A | 165.2 mm | ||
| 22 x 5A | 142.4 mm | ||
| 6 x 5A | 119.6 mm | ||
| 10 x 5A | 119.6 mm | ||
| - | 119.6 mm | ||
| 16 x 5A | 119.6 mm | ||
| 4 x 5A | 96.8 mm | ||
| 8 x 5A | 96.8 mm | ||
| 10 x 5A | 96.8 mm |
USB Slip Rings
USB slip rings for unlimited possibilities. Even if many people only know the USB port from chargers and data sticks, this PC standard can do much more. It is no coincidence that USB means nothing less than “Universal Serial Bus System”. This means that today there is practically no end device that cannot be supplied with power or data via a USB port. In addition, USB ports also offer the possibility of an interface for wireless data transmission. Bluetooth, infrared, radio or light line – with a USB port, the whole world is open to you. With the USB slip ring, you can now also accommodate this international standard on rotating modules.
USB Slip Rings
Closed design or with hollow shaf
Different housing materials to choose from
USB socket directly in the housin
Torque support for fixing the stato
Functionality of USB slip rings
Ultimately, a USB contact is also nothing more than a completely normal current feed-through. Regardless of whether data or (to a limited extent) power current is to be passed on, nothing changes in the proven slip ring-brush technology in the USB slip ring. The familiar USB ports are attached to the rotor and stator of the slip ring housing. It is true that there are only very few applications that really require permanent rotation from a USB end device. However, there are all the more applications where a swivelling USB feed-through can simplify certain situations considerably. Until now, this was only possible with cables, where there was always the risk of twisting. This creeping winding of the cable always ends in breakage or tearing. With the USB slip ring, however, the connection always remains relaxed and fully available at any angle of rotation.
Advantages of the USB slip rings from rotarX
Our USB slip rings offer you the following advantages:
- Sophisticated, innovative design
- Robust housing made of sturdy aluminium
- High load capacity
- Rotates at up to 600 revolutions per minute
- Equipped with gold-gold contacts as standard
- Available in many variants
- IP51 protection class as standard, higher on request.
The compact and high-strength housing is made of aluminium. The integrated drive tab is also made of this proven metal. This makes the USB slip ring corrosion-resistant. The drive tab transfers the rotational movement of the application to the slip ring.
The USB slip ring can be rotated in either direction. With a wide selection available, you are sure to find the right USB slip ring for your application. The IP51 protection class makes the slip ring resistant to dust and splash water. If you require a higher level of protection, please contact us. We will find the right USB slip ring for your applications.
Selection of USB slip rings
We can offer you USB slip rings with up to 36 passages. Every USB slip ring complies with USB 2.0 class. However, they are also backwards compatible. If you have applications that require USB 3.0, please contact us. We will find a suitable solution for you in this case as well.
Our USB slip rings can transmit both signals and power feedthroughs up to 20 amps. The maximum operating voltage is 440 volts for both direct current and alternating current. Voltage peaks of up to 500 volts at 50 hertz can be absorbed. The maximum electrical noise is 10 milliohms. With an insulation resistance of 1000 megaohms at 500 volts DC, each of our USB slip rings is well equipped to handle unexpectedly high loads.
With up to 600 revolutions per minute, the USB slip ring leaves nothing to be desired in terms of dynamic load. A maximum of two USB feed-throughs can be integrated. Each USB slip ring can be loaded from -30 °C to + 80 °C. If your requirements fall outside this temperature range, please let us know. We will find the ideal solution for you.
Installation of the USB slip rings
The installation of the USB slip rings is as easy as with any other of our slip rings. Once you have installed it in its place of use, you only need to connect the incoming and outgoing cables. The cables are marked identically on both sides so that confusion is impossible. With an exactly centric positioning, you permanently avoid the possibility of a drill.
Use of USB slip rings
The great strength of the USB slip ring lies in its ability to connect devices with USB ports in a rotatable manner. The major advantage of USB ports is their widespread use. All you need is any end device, such as a sensor or camera, and a USB cable. With the USB slip ring, you have complete freedom of movement in your application. In addition to the permanent installation of a USB application, USB slip rings are also perfect for maintenance and inspection of end devices.
If, for example, you are using a fast-rotating sensor with its own control unit, you can check it directly at the pivot point using a USB diagnostic device or supply it with new software. The USB port makes these slip rings extremely convenient and versatile in their application.
Maintenance of the USB slip rings
The USB slip rings require no maintenance apart from occasional external cleaning. They also cannot be dismantled due to their complex and very sensitive inner workings.
Your way to your USB slip rings
If you are unsure which USB slip ring from our range is best suited to your application, please contact us. Send us a detailed email, ideally with a drawing or other illustrations, so that we can get an idea of your challenges. Our customer service team will take a close look at your task and make suggestions for the best solution.
With the jointly developed specifications and requirements, we find the ideal USB slip ring. In addition to a large selection in our shop, we can also customise your USB slip rings to fit your exact needs. We deliver from a quantity of 1 and in any quantity you require.
This means you are just as well equipped for prototypes or special solutions as you are for series production. We want you to be successful with your projects. With the slip rings in our shop, we are doing our part to help you achieve this.
Practical slip ring solutions for your application
Product catalogue for all slip rings
Find out about the different slip rings in our current overview. Transmission technology for complex industrial and safety-relevant applications form the core of our product range. All products can be individually adapted to the applications in order to offer you added value. Premium engineering - that is our claim for every single product we manufacture. We would like to convince you of this.
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