Model H18

FIBER OPTIC ROTARY JOINT

Legacy product and should not be used for new designs.

The H18 / H24 fiber optic rotary joints effectively combine a compact electrical slip ring with a fiber optic rotating joint. Both offer the flexibility of electrical, power and optical signal transfer through a single rotational joint. The H18 and H24 are low cost solutions for high data rate transmission to greater than 2.5 Gb / sec on the optical channel.

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Features

  • Combined compact electrical slip ring with fiber optic rotating joint
  • Flexibility of signal transfer through a single rotational joint
  • Low cost solution for high data rate transmission
  • Standard 18 or 24 circuit model with 2 amp circuits
  • Precision ball bearing for long life
  • Speeds up to 250 rpm continuous
  • Compact size
  • Metal housing available
  • Transfer analog and digital signals
  • Compatible with data bus protocols

Benefits

  • Unique signal handling performance with minimal electrical circuit noise
  • Tight packaging to fit in the most demanding space constraints
  • Low torque to minimize system torque budget
  • Rapid delivery

Typical Applications

  • CCTV and dome camera manufacturing
  • Robotics
  • Upgrading legacy equipment
  • Digital communications and video

Specifications

H18 SpecificationsSinglemode H1817-950Multimode H1810-950
Wavelengths1310 and 1550 nm
(consult factory for multi-wavelength applications)
850, 1310 and 1550 nm
(consult factory for multi-wavelength applications)
Fiber Size9 / 125 μm
(consult factory for other sizes)
50 / 125 or 62.5 / 125 μm
(consult factory for other sizes)
Insertion Loss< 3.5 dB (typical: < 1.5 dB)< 2.5 dB (typical: < 1.5 dB)
Return Loss< -18 dB (standard)
< -35 dB option available
(consult factory for details)
< -18 dB
Rotation Variation< 1.5 dB (typical < 0.5 dB)< 1.0 dB (typical < 0.5 dB)
Maximum Speed500 rpm (consult factory for higher speeds)500 rpm (consult factory for higher speeds)
TerminationsPigtailed cable and connectorsPigtailed cable and connectors
Jacket Type900 μm900 μm
Electrical Circuits

Up to 18 x 2 amps circuits
Up to 4 x 6 amps circuits
Other combinations of the above available on request
Passes rated 240 V (28 AWG - silver plated)
Continuous current ratings based on number of current carrying conductors:
 2 A for 1 - 3 conductors
 1 A for 4 - 6 conductors
 0.5 A for 7 - 18 conductors - H18
 0.5 A for 7 - 24 conductors - H24

Rated Voltage210 VDC / 240 VAC
Insulation Resistance200 MΩ at 500 VAC
Electrical CablesColor coded, silver plated
ETFE or PTFE insulated lead wires
Temperature-20° to +60° C
Mounting OptionsFlanged as standard
Other configurations available on request
BearingsPrecision ball bearings fitted throughout

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