The difference between electric slip rings and fiber optic slip rings
Electric slip rings and fiber optic slip rings are both reliable signal transmission devices that meet the needs of different occasions. Electric slip rings have great advantages in carrying large currents and high-speed transmission; while optical fiber slip rings perform better in the field of image transmission. If we understand their respective application directions, we can better select and use these devices. The optoelectronic combination slip ring developed and produced by Jiujiang Ingiant Technology combines the advantages of electric slip rings and optical fiber slip rings.
Electric slip rings and fiber optic slip rings are both devices for transmitting signals. An electric slip ring is a mechanical structure that transmits signals through the sliding movement of conductive materials, while a fiber optic slip ring is a device that uses optical fibers to transmit signals. The biggest difference between electric slip rings and fiber optic slip rings is the different signal transmission methods. Electric slip rings transmit electrical signals through physical contact. Friction and wear will occur when the docking part rubs, which affects the service life. Fiber optic slip rings transmit signals through optical fibers and will not produce electrical interference or electromagnetic interference. Due to the special properties of optical fiber, optical fiber slip rings can transmit more stable and higher bandwidth signals.
The same parts of electric slip rings and fiber optic slip rings
Although there are great differences in signal transmission methods between electric slip rings and fiber optic slip rings, they are both devices that transmit signals from rotating components (such as rotating shafts) to fixed components (such as housings). Generally, electric slip rings and fiber optic slip rings are placed inside rotating parts to avoid the influence of rotating parts.
Applications of electric slip rings and fiber optic slip rings
Electric slip rings are widely used in large mechanical equipment such as petroleum machinery, papermaking machinery, aerospace, etc., carrying large current and high-speed transmission; while fiber optic slip rings are widely used in optical equipment such as cameras, rotary tables, and optoelectronic systems. The signal transmission method can avoid electromagnetic interference. As fiber optic technology becomes increasingly mature, fiber optic slip rings are increasingly used in fields such as high-definition video and satellite image transmission.