F.A.Q.


GENERAL

A slip ring is an electromechanical device that allows the transmission of electrical power, analog signals, or digital data from a stationary structure to a continuously 360° rotating one. It is used in all industrial applications where the use of traditional cables would cause tangling or mechanical limits.

Our slip rings and fluidic rotary joints are designed to operate in multiple sectors, including: bottling, food & beverage, printing, textile, packaging, rotational molding, renewable energy, robotics, cable reels, and cranes & lifting equipment. Each sector has specific requirements that we can meet with dedicated configurations.

Products, Protocols & Customization

Our core business is strongly based on customization. In addition to a wide range of standard catalog models, which we usually use as a starting point, our technical department works directly with the customer to develop custom-made slip rings, ensuring seamless integration with the machinery.

Yes. We can integrate power circuits and data channels into a single solution. Furthermore, by combining the slip ring with a fluidic rotary joint, it is possible to pass air, oil, water, or other fluids through the same axis. Contact us to study the ideal dimensions for your system.

We are able to handle a wide range of industrial protocols, including Ethernet/IP, Profinet, EtherCAT, PowerLink, CANopen, CANbus, ModBUS, Profibus, DeviceNET, and IOLink, generally managing 1 dedicated data channel. For specific speeds and signal types, our technical team can analyze the feasibility of the project.

Our standard slip rings work smoothly between 100 and 600 RPM, covering over 90% of industrial applications. For special requirements or high-speed machinery, we design high-precision balanced units capable of reaching higher speeds (up to several thousand RPM), preserving the integrity of the electrical contact and limiting overheating.

Technical Specifications

No, to guarantee our reliability and testing standards, it is strictly necessary that the ring side is wired internally during production. We invite you to share your wiring specifications to receive the product ready for installation.

Yes, but with some dimensional restrictions related to their use. In slip ring families smaller than the XPR260 model, terminal blocks can only be used for the data line. From the XPR260 series upwards, usage depends on the quantities and volumes required. We can help you select the correct size.

The heating element is a DC PTC resistor. If wired to two dedicated rings of the slip ring, it allows heating the internal environment when powered, preventing condensation. Alternatively, we can supply it “loose”: in this way, if wired directly to the power supply, it can operate even when the slip ring is turned off.

We use high-performance contact technologies and dedicated internal shielding between power and signal channels to minimize electrical noise.

Maintenance and Orders

The useful life depends on various factors, including the exact type of slip ring and the specific application (speed, duty cycle, environment). Some of our models are “maintenance-free” thanks to advanced technologies.

It depends on the reference model, but generally, our catalog features protection ratings ranging from IP54 for standard industrial environments up to IP65, IP67, or higher for heavy-duty applications in the presence of fluids or dust.

All our products comply with current European regulations and conform to the RoHS directive and REACH regulation. Upon request for foreign markets or specific sectors, we provide products with CE and UL/CSA certifications for the North American market, or configurations conforming to ATEX regulations for explosive environments.

Standard catalog products are managed in stock with very fast processing times (often within a few working days). For custom projects or modifications based on customer specifications, the engineering and prototyping phase usually takes 2 to 4 weeks, maintaining overall delivery times that are extremely competitive compared to the market average.

By contacting our sales team or filling out the dedicated form.

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