rotational power and data transfer
rotational power and data transfer
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HELP!!!
I am in the process of designing a rotating piece of machinery. For practical purposes, I have to mount a PLC onto the moving portion.
Does anyone know of an "OFF THE SHELF" connector which will be able to handle power and data xfer? I figure they make a connector to keep phone wires from twisting why not this??
I am in the process of designing a rotating piece of machinery. For practical purposes, I have to mount a PLC onto the moving portion.
Does anyone know of an "OFF THE SHELF" connector which will be able to handle power and data xfer? I figure they make a connector to keep phone wires from twisting why not this??






RE: rotational power and data transfer
If the item makes a fixed rotation a flexible cable setup with stress releif at the ends will suffice.
A brush assembly is a carbon brush which rides on a rotating copper ring, you'll want to try and minimize the number of connections. Brushes require replacement and check-ups.
RE: rotational power and data transfer
As far as radio for the PLC communications, there is lots of interference in the environment from other OLD equipment.
RE: rotational power and data transfer
As for brush assmblies, I don't think you'll get it "off the shelf", I would suggest contacting a large motor repair shop or manufacturer of motors would be good place to look.
RE: rotational power and data transfer
if my memory serves me correct, it has 6 pairs or 12 wires on it...12 wires in and 12 wires out ...it is supplying 3 banks of heater and 3 sets of thermocouple....its for heat sealing the top end of a package and rotating 360 degrees and works well..
try to check some site of packaging machine parts supplier or a search on "slip ring" on any search engine on the net..
i apologize i can't remember the manufacturer of the ring but i do remember the machine manufacturer "DOBOY PACKAGING MACHINES"
good luck
dydt
RE: rotational power and data transfer
It's amazing how much calling something by the right name makes all the difference in the world!!!
Thanks to both of you for the help!!!!!!!!!