Commutators, also known as electric swivels or slip rings, are available with 2, 4, and 6 channels. All commutators have an opening through the center to allow tubing from a leash assembly (PHM-120C) to pass through. They are designed to be low current and low voltage devices. These have been tested to levels of 100 V and 0.08 A. All single plug commutators are supplied with a live plug (red) and a dummy plug (white) for even rotation of the rotor. Commutators are low noise and environmentally safe. The mechanism for conducting electrical signals consists of brushes and rings. All commutators have double brushes to assure unbroken continuity, unless a single brush is requested to reduce torque for use with mice. Note, if a single brush version is needed for use with mice, add "SB" to the part number. |