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Re: Inexpensive Slip Ring for Turret

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Originally Posted by Sauce-ome View Post
Hello CD!
I'm the programming and electrical lead for team 4388 and we are wanting to create a turret for our robot and we hope to make it turn more than 360 degrees. I have done some research on slip rings that can carry enough current and 8 conductors for motors and signal but have had no luck finding any that aren't very expensive, around the $600 range. If anybody knows any good slip rings I'm open to options and alternative methods.
Thanks!
Here is a $16 possibility, 24 rings, parallel some for higher currents
Az:
http://www.goldmine-elec-products.co...?number=G20822
Rare and unique Senring SNMO12A-24-1 24 conductor slipring made for data, video, rotating stage lights. Consists of a fixed component and a rotating component for conducting signals and power to a rotating item (360 degrees). This model is for up to 24 wires and is rated for up to 250 RPM. Rated for 2AMP maximum per ring. Maximum voltage is 210VDC or 240VAC. Size 15.5mm dia. X 39mm (L). These are extensively used in CCTV pan/tilt camera mounts, electrical test equipment, stage lights robotics and medical equipment.